I Should Care
J.R. Monterose Quartet Lyrics

The lyrics of J.R. Monterose Quartet's song, "I Should Care," are a contemplation of a character's inner conflict regarding his feelings for someone. The first stanza raises questions about the possibly daunting nature of expressing such feelings. The singer is unsure whether they should "reveal exactly how I feel" or "confess" their love. They also ask if they should perform grand romantic gestures like reciting under the moonlight or swearing by the stars. The second stanza seems to repeat the first with slight variation on the wording, especially in the last line where "swear by the stars above you" is replaced by "swear by stars above you." The final stanza ends with the questioning of whether expressing love would be too bold, followed by a repetition of the opening stanza's questions.

The lyrics' ambiguity serves to create a sense of vulnerability; the singer may be afraid of rejection or simply unsure if their love would be reciprocated. The mention of grand romantic gestures could indicate a desire for a serious relationship or a fear of unrequited love. The repetition of stanzas reinforces the complexity of the emotion and the importance of the decision to reveal feelings.