Travis
Gwyneth Paltrow Lyrics


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well who's that gent with the shiny wind breaker
who just walked into the place
three wind baskets put in kiss with a handsom face
big hearted wee-high scoring warrior
wont you give me a chance
hey travis can i have this dance

oh my that rascals one bad hombre
there aint no question bout that
brown eyed big hearted brave big brother
and a fifty gallon hat
and when you make a friend in this big old world




it aint happening stan
hey travis can i have this dance

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Gwyneth Paltrow's song "Travis" paint a picture of a charismatic and brave individual named Travis who enters a room with confidence. Described as having a shiny windbreaker and a handsome face, Travis is portrayed as a big-hearted, high-scoring warrior. The singer expresses a desire to get to know Travis better, asking for a chance to dance with him.


The lyrics further describe Travis as a rascal, a bad hombre, and a brave big brother. His brown eyes and large heart are highlighted, along with his signature fifty-gallon hat. The song implies that Travis is the type of person who makes a lasting impact on those around him.


Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of admiration and intrigue towards Travis, who possesses a combination of charm, strength, and kindness. The singer is captivated by Travis' presence and hopes for a chance to connect with him on a deeper level through a dance.


Line by Line Meaning

well who's that gent with the shiny wind breaker
I am curious about the identity of the man wearing a bright windbreaker.


who just walked into the place
He entered the location recently.


three wind baskets put in kiss with a handsom face
He has an attractive face, and his wind-blown hair adds to his charm.


big hearted wee-high scoring warrior
He is a kind and brave person who achieves great success despite his small stature.


wont you give me a chance
I hope you will consider giving me an opportunity.


hey travis can i have this dance
Travis, would you like to dance with me?


oh my that rascals one bad hombre
That person is quite mischievous and potentially dangerous.


there aint no question bout that
There is no doubt about that fact.


brown eyed big hearted brave big brother
He is a courageous and caring older brother with captivating brown eyes.


and a fifty gallon hat
He wears a hat with an impressive size.


and when you make a friend in this big old world
Creating a friendship in this vast world is a special experience.


it aint happening stan
This occurrence is not taking place, my friend Stan.


hey travis can i have this dance
Travis, would you like to dance with me?




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