It Doesn't Matter
Floyd Brown Lyrics
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Leading a life apart
When love flew in through my window wide
And quickened my hum-drum heart
Love flew in thorough my window
I was so happy then
But after love had stayed a little while
Love flew out again
What is this thing called love?
This funny thing called love?
Just who can solve its mystery?
Why should it make a fool of me?
I saw you there one wonderful day
You took my heart and threw my heart away
That's why I ask the Lawd up in Heaven above
What is this thing called love?
You gave me days of sunshine
You gave me nights of cheer
You made my life an enchanted dream
'Til somebody else came near
Somebody else came near you
I felt the winter's chill
And now I sit and wonder night and day
Why I love you still?
In Floyd Brown's song It Doesn't Matter, he starts by describing himself as a hum-drum person living an uneventful life. However, love suddenly enters his life and changes everything, quickening his heart and making him happy. But just as quickly as it came in, love also departs, leaving him feeling lost and confused. The rest of the song is Floyd contemplating what love really is and why it can cause someone so much pain and confusion.
The first two lines of the chorus - "What is this thing called love? This funny thing called love?" - capture his confusion perfectly. He then asks why love has made a fool of him and how someone who once made him so happy could leave him in such a state. He remembers the wonderful days when they were together, the days when he felt loved and appreciated. But then someone else came along and took that love away, leaving Floyd wondering why he still loves someone who has hurt him so much.
Overall, It Doesn't Matter is a poignant and introspective song about the highs and lows of love, the confusion it can bring, and the enduring power it holds over us.
Line by Line Meaning
I was a hum-drum person
I lived a dull and uninteresting life.
Leading a life apart
Living a life separate from love and excitement.
When love flew in through my window wide
Suddenly, unexpectedly, and joyfully, love entered my life.
And quickened my hum-drum heart
Love made me feel alive and happy, adding meaning to a life that was once dull.
Love flew in thorough my window
Love entered my life suddenly and unexpectedly, changing everything for me.
I was so happy then
My life was filled with happiness and joy after love entered it.
But after love had stayed a little while
Sadly, love didn't remain with me as long as I had hoped.
Love flew out again
Love left me as quickly as it came.
What is this thing called love?
Love can be confusing and difficult to understand.
This funny thing called love?
Love can be unpredictable and sometimes makes no sense.
Just who can solve its mystery?
No one can fully understand the mysteries of love.
Why should it make a fool of me?
Sometimes, love can be painful and make us feel foolish.
I saw you there one wonderful day
I fell in love with you at first sight.
You took my heart and threw my heart away
You broke my heart and left me feeling empty and alone.
That's why I ask the Lawd up in Heaven above
I'm so confused and hurt that I'm asking God for answers.
You gave me days of sunshine
You brought light and joy into my life for a time.
You gave me nights of cheer
You made me happy and brought me comfort during dark times.
You made my life an enchanted dream
You transformed my life into something magical and extraordinary.
'Til somebody else came near
Until another person caught your attention and affection.
Somebody else came near you
Another person entered your life and became a rival for your love.
I felt the winter's chill
I felt cold and alone after losing your love.
And now I sit and wonder night and day
I spend my days and nights questioning why I still love you.
Why I love you still?
Despite the pain you caused me, I can't help but still love you.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: COLE PORTER
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