I've Been Thinking
Handsome Boy Modeling School ft. Cat Power Lyrics
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I been thinking about those things we did
I been thinking about those you do
I been thinking about those things you made me do too
Be my boy
Be my boy
Be my boy Be my boy
I was hypnotized
By your fairy eyes
Like a tiger in the dark
You were hungry from the start
be my boy
Be my boy
Be my boy
Be my boy
diamonds candy pills
One million dollar bills
You can try
But you can't buy me, buy me
slide slide
Slippity slide
You can hip hop
You can't stop
'cause I'll never be
On my knees
you can slide slide
Slippity slide You can hip hop
You can't stop
'cause I'll never be
On my knees
when I saw you on the street
I just had to look away
You were so sweet
Sexy steez
Lay back relax
Street boy please
Wait a second its gonna take awhile
slide slide
Slippity slide
You can hip hop
You can't stop
'cause I'll never be
On my knees
you can slide slide
Slippity slide
You can hip hop
You can't stop
'cause I'll never be
On my knees
I been thinking about why you act so proud
I been thinking about what this shits about
Am I losing control
Am I losing my soul
Just tell me am I losing you
be my boy
Be my boy
Be my boy
Be my boy
Be my boy
Be my boy
Be my boy
Be my boy
diamonds candy pills
One million dollar bills
You can try
But you can't buy me, buy me
you can slide slide
Slippity slide
You can hip hop
You can't stop
'cause I'll never be
On my knees
You can slide slide
Slippity slide
You can hip hop
You can't stop
'cause I'll never be
On my knees
I been thinking about
I been thinking about
I been thinking about
I been thinking about
Losing you
The lyrics of "I've Been Thinking" by Handsome Boy Modeling School ft. Cat Power convey the complex emotions of broken love, pride, and control. The song begins with a contemplation of the things said and done, leading to an offer of acceptance and submission ("Be my boy"). The lyrics suggest a hypnotic effect that the subject has on the singer, as they were "hungry from the start" and "diamonds and candy pills" couldn't buy her attention. She plays hard to get, declaring that she will never be on her knees, yet wrestling with the fear of losing the subject.
The song portrays an intimate, inner dialogue that the singer has with herself about her feelings for the subject. The rhythm of the song is upbeat, but the lyrics suggest a sense of uncertainty and anxiety about the relationship. The phrase "I've been thinking about" is repeated throughout the song, underlining the singer's contemplation of the situation. At the same time, the chorus's repetition of "Be my boy" suggests a desperate appeal for the subject's acceptance, creating a tension between the singer's need for control and her yearning for love and affection.
Overall, the lyrics of "I've Been Thinking" powerfully convey the turmoil and complexity of romantic relationships, as they explore themes of control, pride, and love.
Line by Line Meaning
I been thinking about those things you said
I've been obsessing over your words and analyzing them
I been thinking about those things we did
I've been reminiscing over the things we did together
I been thinking about those you do
I've been analyzing your actions and what you do
I been thinking about those things you made me do too
I've been regretting and processing the things you forced me to do
be my boy
I desire for you to be my significant other
I was hypnotized
I was mesmerized and captivated by your gaze
By your fairy eyes
Your eyes were magical and enchanting
Like a tiger in the dark
You were aggressive and fierce in a mysterious way
You were hungry from the start
You were eager and thirsty for my presence from the beginning
diamonds candy pills
Material possessions and vices won't win me over
One million dollar bills
No amount of money will make me yours
You can try
You can attempt to buy me or make me yours
But you can't buy me, buy me
But you won't succeed in buying my affection or love
slide slide
Move or dance with fluid and smooth movements
Slippity slide
Move or dance with a sense of playfulness and whimsy
You can hip hop
You can dance or move to the rhythm of hip hop music
You can't stop
You can't hinder me from doing what I want or living my life
'cause I'll never be
Because I will never conform to your expectations or desires
On my knees
I will never beg or grovel for your affection or love
when I saw you on the street
When I saw you in public
I just had to look away
I couldn't bear to make eye contact with you
You were so sweet
You had an endearing and charming personality
Sexy steez
You had a sexy and cool style or presence
Lay back relax
Take it easy and chill
Street boy please
You're such a cool and attractive guy
Wait a second its gonna take awhile
Hold on, this is going to be a process and it will take time
I been thinking about why you act so proud
I've been wondering why you act arrogantly and with so much pride
I been thinking about what this shits about
I'm trying to understand what exactly is going on with us
Am I losing control
Am I losing my grip on the situation
Am I losing my soul
Am I losing my authenticity and morals
Just tell me am I losing you
Please be honest with me, are you losing feelings for me
I been thinking about
I can't stop obsessing over
Losing you
The thought of losing you is unbearable
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: PAUL E. HUSTON, CHAN MARSHALL, DANIEL M. NAKAMURA
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@dferrari6794
I've been hearing this song for over 15 years and it still gives me the chills.
Handsome Boy is so damn good. Can't wait for their next album.
@jelenamaletin9353
Once, many years i was heard this song on radio in Greece..i found it this year.... . Thanks God... Lovely song.
@jamesvaldez502
What??? I would have loved to here this on the radio!
@jelenamaletin9353
@@jamesvaldez502 this was on greek radio st. From Atina
@gker2284
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@mssvattk
try Lovage
@Marlon-su8uu
Slide from Toledo Ohio
@iroll
This is a song I always come back to...
@RasEmilioHeruSelassie1
pure inspiration
@pierremongin62
Absolutely love this song!!!