Bad
Drew Tabor Lyrics
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Am I just another fan screaming in the crowd
I've been chasing after you and holding you up high
But I know who you are, yeah I know your type
You've got heartbreaker eyes and you only speak in sweet goodbyes'
You've got heartbreaker x2
I'm getting lost in you baby is it all a game
Cuz you're playing with my heart, taking all the love I have
I like you so much but you make me so sad, you look so good but you're bad, bad, bad
You are like a gun aiming at my head
Bend your finger, pull the trigger, you shoot me dead
But no one knows the truth, that it is all an act
You keep your dark side hidden in the black
You've got heartbreaker eyes and you only speak in sweet goodbyes'
You've got heartbreaker x2
I'm tangled in the truth, your mind is like a maze
I'm getting lost in you baby is it all a game
Cuz you're playing with my heart, taking all the love I have
I like you so much but you make me so sad, you look so good but you're bad, bad, bad
You are heaven, you are hell
Good or evil, I can't tell
Come and cast your magic spell
It is deadly... oh well
I'm tangled in the truth, your mind is like a maze
I'm getting lost in you baby is it all a game
Cuz you're playing with my heart, taking all the love I have
I like you so much but you make me so sad, you look so good but you're bad, bad, bad
The song "Bad" by Drew Tabor is a powerful ballad about a person who is in love with someone who seems to be playing games with their heart. The lyrics of the song explore the feeling of being caught up in a web of truth, lies, and confusion. The song opens with a haunting question, "Are you listening, can you hear me now?" The answer to this question may be the thing that the singer is seeking from their lover, as the song continues to explore the theme of being heard and understood. The song is also about the duality of a person, with the singer unable to determine if their lover is good or evil.
The lyrics describe the lover as having "heartbreaker eyes" and only speaking in "sweet goodbyes." This suggests that the lover may not be as invested in the relationship as the singer, leaving them to feel vulnerable and hurt. The lover's behavior is described as being like a gun pointing at the singer's head. They are unable to determine what the lover's true intentions are, and this makes them scared to invest any more of themselves in the relationship.
The song is a powerful exploration of the pain of loving someone who does not reciprocate or who is incapable of love. It also touches on the role of perception in relationships, as the singer is left to grapple with the contradictory nature of their lover's behavior. The song ultimately delivers a message about the need for honesty and authenticity in relationships, urging us to be true to ourselves and our partners.
Line by Line Meaning
Are you listening, can you hear me now
Are you paying attention to me or am I just background noise?
Am I just another fan screaming in the crowd
Do you even notice me or am I just one of many admirers?
I've been chasing after you and holding you up high
I've been trying to win your affection and think you're amazing.
But I know who you are, yeah I know your type
I recognize that you have a reputation for breaking hearts.
You've got heartbreaker eyes and you only speak in sweet goodbyes'
Your charm is irresistible, but I know that you'll eventually hurt me.
I'm tangled in the truth, your mind is like a maze
I'm struggling to understand your intentions and feel lost in your complexity.
I'm getting lost in you baby is it all a game
I'm getting caught up in our relationship and wondering if you're just playing with me.
Cuz you're playing with my heart, taking all the love I have
You're toying with my emotions and draining me of my affection.
I like you so much but you make me so sad, you look so good but you're bad, bad, bad
I'm attracted to you, but your destructive behavior leaves me feeling hurt and disappointed.
You are like a gun aiming at my head
Your actions towards me are dangerous and could cause me harm.
Bend your finger, pull the trigger, you shoot me dead
If you continue on this path, you'll destroy our relationship.
But no one knows the truth, that it is all an act
You're hiding your true intentions and no one else realizes what's going on.
You keep your dark side hidden in the black
You conceal your negative traits and only show the positive aspects of yourself.
You are heaven, you are hell
You have the potential to be both good and bad for me.
Good or evil, I can't tell
I'm not sure if you're a positive or negative influence in my life.
Come and cast your magic spell
Despite the risks, I'm drawn to you and want to be hypnotized by your charm.
It is deadly... oh well
Even though getting involved with you could be dangerous, I'm willing to take the risk.
Contributed by Evan H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
alexander zegarra esquivel
La musica me encantaaa :D
Fiorella Aguilar Blas
Que buen video ,genial!!
Drew Tabor
ahh this is awesome :) thanks for making it!! - Drew
NOemi Aguilar B.
Gracias amigo lo hice con mucho esfuerzo :D
NOemi Aguilar B.
Drew, it's good to Know that you like my video ,I make it because I love your songs.
Daniel A. Carrion
Hola amiga Noemi, Soy Daniel .... El video te salio bueno (Y) y la cancion es buena tmb i like (Y)
Loco Free Y̶T̶
Nice song how the video of A Look At The Past, Greetings Noemi Aguilar Pamela Blas God bless you in your relationship at work and especially your beautiful family God bless you 🙏🏻✨