Serious
Duffy Lyrics


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[x2]
Serious

I'm a trophy on your arm,
You wear me like a charm,
Yes you do.
An accessory that suits,
Your new suede boots,
oh

[Chorus]
I get a feeling deep down, inside,
Something just ain't right.
I get a feeling that tells me I know,
Baby you never show...

How you really feel for me
Tell me, can we ever be,
Serious? Serious in love?

A joke on my expense,
In front of all your friends,
All the time.
A game you like to play,
Leaves me solo,
every day.

[Chorus]

How you really feel for me
Tell me can we ever be,
Serious? Serious in love?

Serious? Serious in love?

[Chorus]

How you really feel for me,
Tell me, can we ever be, tell me,
Serious? Serious in love?

Serious,
So serious
Serious
So serious
Break it down
Serious
Break it down
Serious




Baby
Serious (into fade)

Overall Meaning

The song "Serious" by Duffy is a track about a one-sided relationship where one person is not getting the love and commitment that they need from their partner. The song's lyrics describe the singer as someone who is used as an accessory or a trophy on her partner's arm. She feels like a joke and is made to feel embarrassed in front of their friends. The chorus of the song is particularly powerful as it conveys the feeling that something is not right or serious in their relationship, and the singer is questioning whether they can ever be serious in love or whether their partner really feels anything for them at all.


The lyrics also convey a sense of vulnerability and insecurity, as the singer is unsure about her partner's true feelings and is left feeling alone every day. The song's slow and somber melody complements the lyrics perfectly, highlighting the sadness and desperation in the singer's voice. Overall, "Serious" is a powerful and emotional track that many people can relate to, particularly those who have experienced one-sided relationships or have felt the pain of unrequited love.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm a trophy on your arm,
You treat me like an object, something to show off to your friends.


You wear me like a charm,
I'm just another accessory to you, like a lucky charm.


Yes, you do.
Confirming that the previous statements are true.


An accessory that suits,
You think I fit your personal style and image.


Your new suede boots, oh.
Comparing me to your latest fashion accessory.


I get a feeling deep down, inside,
I have a gut feeling that something isn't right.


Something just ain't right.
Confirming the previous statement.


I get a feeling that tells me I know,
I'm sure that something is wrong.


Baby, you never show...
You don't express your true feelings for me.


How you really feel for me
Questioning your true feelings for me.


Tell me, can we ever be,
Asking if we can have a real relationship.


Serious? Serious in love?
Wondering if we can ever be serious and committed.


A joke on my expense,
You make fun of me in front of others.


In front of all your friends,
Confirming that you humiliate me in front of your peers.


All the time.
Suggesting that it's a recurring pattern.


A game you like to play,
You enjoy playing with my emotions.


Leaves me solo, every day.
You leave me feeling alone and neglected every day.


So serious
Repeating the previous question and emphasizing it.


Break it down
Asking you to explain your true intentions.


Baby
Affectionately calling you.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHUCK BUTLER, SUE C. SMITH, DANIEL JOHN MUCKALA

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