Wedding Bells
Godley Creme Lyrics
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But you wanted me to be the permanent one yes you did
…You always stop me when I go to far
I should have known you...waiting for those wedding bells
Those wedding bells oh we could talk all night but you wouldn't understand
The only words you wanna here is will you take this man
…You should have known that I was only window shopping
It's my clumsy way of saying…those wedding bells
And I could swear…I don't belong here baby
…I don't belong to you baby
Oh you say it's not important but I know what you're thinking
Cause evry time we do something you're busy…
In the back of my mind I know you'll always be waiting
For those wedding bells, those wedding bells
I knew I should have told you what I wanted was to have some fun
But you wanted me to be the permanent one
…..those wedding bells, wedding bells, those wedding bells
The lyrics to Godley & Creme's song "Wedding Bells" examine the challenges of being in a relationship when one partner is not ready for marriage. The singer struggles to convey to their partner that they are not interested in settling down and starting a family. They express regret for not being more upfront about their desires, and lament that their partner only wants to hear the words "will you take this man?" The singer feels trapped and suffocated, knowing that their partner is always waiting for the wedding bells to ring, while they'd rather be single and free.
The lyrics capture the tension that can arise in relationships when partners have different timelines or goals. The sense of being pressured or coerced into marriage is a common experience for many people, regardless of gender or sexual orientation. The singer in the song struggles to find the right words to convey their needs, and ultimately feels like a fish out of water in their current relationship. The song suggests that being honest about your intentions and desires is crucial for building healthy and authentic relationships, even if that honesty may lead to some difficult conversations or endings.
Line by Line Meaning
I should have told you all I wanted was to have some fun
I regret not being honest with you about my true intentions to have a casual relationship
But you wanted me to be the permanent one yes you did
You desired a committed, long-lasting relationship with me
You always stop me when I go too far
You put a stop to my reckless behavior when you thought it was necessary
I should have known you... waiting for those wedding bells
I should have realized that you were eagerly anticipating our engagement and marriage
Those wedding bells oh we could talk all night but you wouldn't understand
You are fixated on the idea of getting married and our conversations about it are futile because I don't share the same desire
The only words you wanna hear is will you take this man
Your favorite phrase is the traditional line from a wedding ceremony, 'will you take this man,' indicating your strong desire to get married
You should have known that I was only window shopping
You should have realized that I was not looking for a serious commitment, but merely exploring my options
It's my clumsy way of saying…those wedding bells, Tho-ose wedding bells
I was not direct in my communication about my lack of desire to get married, and the song title 'Wedding Bells' conveys this message
And I could swear… I don't belong here baby
I have doubts about our compatibility and whether I am the right person for you
I don't belong to you baby
I do not owe you a commitment or obligation to get married to you
Oh you say it's not important but I know what you're thinking
You claim that marriage is not a big deal to you, but I can sense that it is a significant desire for you
Cause every time we do something you're busy…
You are preoccupied with thoughts of getting married, instead of being fully present in our relationship
In the back of my mind I know you'll always be waiting for those wedding bells, those wedding bells
I am aware that you are patiently waiting for me to change my mind and propose marriage, even though I have no intention to do so
I knew I should have told you what I wanted was to have some fun
I regret not being truthful about my intentions to have a casual, non-committed relationship
But you wanted me to be the permanent one, those wedding bells, wedding bells, those wedding bells
You desired a long-term commitment from me and the recurring mention of 'wedding bells' represents your desire for marriage
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CLAUDE BOONE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@redjones8010
This one's a gem, as is Under Your Thumb. What a voice Kevin Godley has.
@dumfriesspearhead7398
Such an underrated singer.
@bramleybull
@@dumfriesspearhead7398and drummer.
@cathalseeeney
@@bramleybulland video director
@CutterOfGems
Definitely has a Smokey Robinson vibe. Love it!
@AllRequired
That had to be the intent.
@glynnwadeson5605
This is a brilliant pastiche, but it could have easily worked for the Temptations or their ilk….
@ravenhill_the_cryptic_of_1968
a classic, this reminds me of attending weddings in our family through the 80s.
@kidneystone53
Makes me wanna CRY ❤
@simonandrew8268
I love those silver suits!