Boyfriend
Hackman Marika Lyrics
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I think you know she stayed with me last night
I held his world in my hands
I threw it out to see where it would land
You came to me for entropy and I gave you all I had
He makes a better man than me
So I know he won't feel bad
It's fine 'cause I am just a girl
"It doesn't count"
He knows a woman needs a man to make her shout
I hope your boyfriend doesn't mind (I know he doesn't mind)
You tell me that you love me every time (You love me all the time)
I held his girl in my hands (I know he doesn't mind)
She likes it 'cause they're softer than a man's (I like to moisturize)
Heaven knows we're meant to be
But it's turned into a mess
No one takes us seriously just because I wear a dress
It's fine 'cause I am just a girl
"It's just a dream"
A woman really needs a man to make her scream
"I can't do any higher"
You came to me for entropy and I gave you all I had
He makes a better man than me
So I know he won't feel bad
In the first paragraph, the singer seems to be expressing a sense of longing and conflict in their relationship with someone who is in a relationship with another person. The lyrics suggest that the singer has feelings for this person's boyfriend, which is causing inner turmoil and confusion. The imagery of holding the boyfriend's world in their hands and throwing it out to see where it would land represents the destructive nature of their emotions and actions.
The second paragraph delves deeper into the dynamics of the love triangle, with the singer acknowledging that the boyfriend is a better match for the person they desire. Despite this realization, the singer still feels a sense of bitterness and resignation, understanding that they will never be the one to make the other person truly happy. The theme of sacrifice and self-awareness is evident in these lines.
The third paragraph explores themes of gender roles and societal expectations in relationships. The singer reflects on the idea that women often rely on men for fulfillment and satisfaction, highlighting the complexities and limitations of traditional notions of gender and love. There is a sense of defiance and resignation in the lyrics, as the singer grapples with their position in the relationship and the societal norms that govern it.
In the final paragraph, the singer seems to come to terms with the reality of their situation. Despite the emotional complexity and turmoil that surrounds their connection with this person, they acknowledge that the relationship has become messy and complicated. The lyrics suggest a sense of powerlessness and resignation, as the singer understands that their feelings may not be reciprocated and that they are ultimately at the mercy of the dynamics at play. Overall, the song delves into themes of desire, sacrifice, and the complexities of human emotion and relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
I've got your boyfriend on my mind
I can't stop thinking about your boyfriend
I think you know she stayed with me last night
I believe you are aware that he spent the night with me
I held his world in my hands
I had control over his feelings and emotions
I threw it out to see where it would land
I tested the boundaries of our relationship
You came to me for entropy and I gave you all I had
You sought chaos from me, and I gave my all
He makes a better man than me
He is a better fit for you than I am
So I know he won't feel bad
I am confident he won't be hurt
It's fine 'cause I am just a girl
It's acceptable since I am a woman
"It doesn't count"
It doesn't matter in the grand scheme of things
He knows a woman needs a man to make her shout
He understands that women seek masculine energy
I hope your boyfriend doesn't mind (I know he doesn't mind)
I hope he isn't bothered (even though I know he isn't)
You tell me that you love me every time (You love me all the time)
You express love for me consistently
She likes it 'cause they're softer than a man's (I like to moisturize)
She enjoys it because they are gentler than a man's touch
Heaven knows we're meant to be
Deep down, we believe we belong together
But it's turned into a mess
Unfortunately, our situation has become chaotic
No one takes us seriously just because I wear a dress
Others don't take our relationship seriously due to traditional gender roles
A woman really needs a man to make her scream
For true pleasure, a woman craves masculine energy
"I can't do any higher"
I cannot commit further to this arrangement
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MARIKA LOUISE HACKMAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@danielbrown1724
I absolutely love her voice and vocal melodies 🤘🤗💜
Her voice works perfectly for the Double-tracking,
I love the production on the whole album. The engineer really went all out
🤗
Well done Marika!! You’re right, it’s definitely a huge shift from ‘We slept at last 💜
@lizzie3454
I've got your boyfriend on my mind
I think you know she stayed with me last night
I held his world in my hands
I threw it out to see where it would land
You came to me for entropy and I gave you all I had
He makes a better man than me
So I know he won't feel bad
It's fine 'cause I am just a girl
"It doesn't count"
He knows a woman needs a man to make her shout
I hope your boyfriend doesn't mind (I know he doesn't mind)
You tell me that you love me every time (You love me all the time)
I held his girl in my hands (I know he doesn't mind)
She likes it 'cause they're softer than a man's (I like to moisturise)
Heaven knows we're meant to be
But it's turned into a mess
No one takes us seriously just because I wear a dress
It's fine 'cause I am just a girl
"It's just a dream"
A woman really needs a man to make her scream
You came to me for entropy and I gave you all I had
He makes a better man than me
So I know he won't feel bad
@user-nf3hh8kn5r
Marika could steal me from my nonexistent boyfriend any day
@daniellewieners4750
You and me both lol
@molly386
“no one takes us seriously
just because i wear a dress”
that hit too close to home who gave you the right-
@z0uLess
Women tend to hide their anger while men tend to hide their fears, use this as a rule to get along with people.
@Edible_Kittens
She looks so rugged and Kurt Cobain-esque but her voice is genuinely one of the most seductive I’ve ever heard. What a godly combo.
@tamerebel
I just love all the details in this video - the way he looks up the lyrics on the back of his hand and the cuts from one band to the other are amazing
@euphoricdreamer6536
I have fallen in love with this song and with marika, this is too good
@quinmp3
this song perfectly described my life but she recently broke up with her boyfriend so i guess my prayers to tegan and sara were answered
@heatherjensen7507
i am in love with this comment
@emillylacerda9252
Loll