Say Anything
George Barney Roberts Lyrics
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You could say anything
And I know, I know it's you
You're so wild with a hell of a smile
Blue jeans and a shoe string
Don't know, don't what to do
I just wanna be someone, be someone to you
But she's so out of reach
And she's too good for me
Say anything if you want me like I want you coz'
I wouldn't know, Wouldn't know (Say anything)
Say anything if the stars that dance around your heart
Won't wither and fade away (Say anything)
On a beach and we talked into the night
No I hadn't felt like that in a while
And I just wanna be someone, be someone to you
And I wish I was pretty
Because I'm not very witty
I wanna be be someone, be someone to you
But she's so out of reach
And it's all tongue in cheek
Say anything if you want me like I want you coz'
I wouldn't know, Wouldn't know (Say anything)
Say anything if the stars that dance around your heart
Won't wither and fade away (Say anything)
I can't count on my fingers
All the times that I nearly said I need you
But I'm out of luck
And it's all ash and dust
But she's so out of reach
And it's all tongue in cheek
Say anything if you want me like I want you coz'
I wouldn't know, Wouldn't know (Say anything)
Say anything if the stars that dance around your heart
Won't wither and fade away (Say anything)
Say anything if you want me like I want you coz'
I wouldn't know, Wouldn't know (Say anything)
Say anything if the stars that dance around your heart
Won't wither and fade away (Say anything)
In "Say Anything" by George Barney Roberts, the lyrics convey the singer's longing and admiration for someone who seems out of their league. The song captures the feeling of being enamored by someone's presence, as the singer states that they enjoy the sound when this person is around. The lyrics suggest that the singer finds this person captivating and is willing to hear anything they have to say, emphasizing their desire to be a significant presence in their life.
The singer describes the person they desire as wild and charming, mentioning their blue jeans and shoe string. Despite feeling drawn to this person, the singer admits their uncertainty about how to approach the situation, stating, "Don't know, don't what to do." This highlights their insecurity and hesitation, possibly due to feeling inadequate compared to the person they desire. The singer expresses their longing to be recognized and wanted, yearning to be someone meaningful to this person.
The chorus urges the person to "say anything" if they feel the same way. The singer admits that they are unsure if the person wants them in the same manner, confessing, "I wouldn't know, wouldn't know." They want assurance and a clear expression of affection from the person they desire. Throughout the song, there is a recurring motif of the person being "out of reach" and "too good," further emphasizing the singer's belief that they are not on equal footing.
Overall, "Say Anything" conveys the singer's internal struggle between their desire for someone they perceive as unattainable and their longing for reciprocation. The lyrics showcase vulnerability, longing, and a yearning to be seen and valued.
Line by Line Meaning
I like the sound when you're around
I enjoy the pleasant ambiance created by your presence
You could say anything
Your words hold great significance and influence over me
And I know, I know it's you
I am aware that it is specifically you
You're so wild with a hell of a smile
Your untamed nature is combined with an incredibly captivating smile
Blue jeans and a shoe string
Your style is simple yet fashionable
Don't know, don't what to do
I am unsure and unable to determine the appropriate course of action
Coz' I just wanna be someone, be someone to you
Because all I desire is to become a meaningful individual in your life
But she's so out of reach
However, she is beyond my grasp
And she's too good for me
She possesses a level of excellence or perfection that exceeds my own
Say anything if you want me like I want you coz'
Express any sentiment or statement if your desire for me matches mine because
I wouldn't know, Wouldn't know (Say anything)
I lack the capability of comprehending or recognizing it unless you convey it to me
Say anything if the stars that dance around your heart
Utter any words if the celestial bodies that revolve around your emotions
Won't wither and fade away (Say anything)
Do not deteriorate or diminish over time and disappear, speak up
On a beach and we talked into the night
In a coastal setting, we engaged in lengthy conversation throughout the evening
No I hadn't felt like that in a while
I hadn't experienced such emotions for a considerable amount of time
And I just wanna be someone, be someone to you
My utmost desire is to establish myself as a significant presence in your life
And I wish I was pretty
I desire to have attractiveness or external beauty
Because I'm not very witty
As I lack cleverness or a quick sense of humor
I wanna be be someone, be someone to you
I yearn to become a significant individual in your existence
And it's all tongue in cheek
Everything is said ironically or insincerely
Say anything if you want me like I want you coz'
Express any sentiment or statement if your desire for me matches mine because
I can't count on my fingers
I am unable to quantify the number of instances
All the times that I nearly said I need you
When I came close to expressing my dependency on you
But I'm out of luck
Unfortunately, I am not fortunate or successful
And it's all ash and dust
Everything has turned into worthless remnants and debris
Say anything if you want me like I want you coz'
Express any sentiment or statement if your desire for me matches mine because
Say anything if the stars that dance around your heart
Utter any words if the celestial bodies that revolve around your emotions
Won't wither and fade away (Say anything)
Do not deteriorate or diminish over time and disappear, speak up
Say anything if you want me like I want you coz'
Express any sentiment or statement if your desire for me matches mine because
Say anything if the stars that dance around your heart
Utter any words if the celestial bodies that revolve around your emotions
Won't wither and fade away (Say anything)
Do not deteriorate or diminish over time and disappear, speak up
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Joseph Pepper, Kevin Sanders, Nicolas Hudson, Ryan Roberts, William Pugh
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