Pretend
JACØBS Lyrics

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I don't wanna be your friend I wanna cross the line
Do the things you're wanting all because you're mine
Maybe I could bluff be like the other guys
And I can pretend I'm cool
You know I tried smoking once and I didn't do it right
Last time I was drunk I really wasn't I just lied
I can change my nature do the things that you'd like
I can be whoever you want me to be tonight

And pretend I'm cool
Pretend I'm cool
Pretend I'm cool
And Pretend I'm cool

Maybe I'm a joker getting played a fool
But darlin I'm a desperate man
Only doin what I can
Maybe I could bluff be like the other guys
And I could pretend I'm cool
You know I, don't go to clubs and I've never gotten high
I'm easily in love broken my heart a thousand times
But I can change my nature treat you mean if you'd like
But I can be whoever you want me to be tonight

And pretend I'm cool
And pretend I'm cool
And pretend I'm cool
And pretend I'm cool
Oh and pretend I'm cool
And pretend I'm cool

And pretend I'm cool
And Pretend I'm cool

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to JACØBS's song "Pretend" touch on the theme of wanting to be liked by someone so deeply that the singer is willing to pretend to be someone they're not. The singer doesn't want to just be friends with the subject of the song, they want to "cross the line" and do things that the subject wants because they belong to them. Despite their lack of experience with smoking, clubbing, or being in a relationship, the singer is willing to change their behavior to fit the mold of what the subject desires.

The singer acknowledges their fear of not fitting in with the "other guys," which shows a sense of insecurity and self-doubt. They seem to believe that conforming to a certain image is the only way they can be desirable and cool in someone else's eyes, even if it means sacrificing their own values or personality. The singer's desperation is evident in lines like "Only doin what I can," which could suggest that they feel like they're not good enough for the subject on their own.

Overall, "Pretend" is a commentary on the pressure to be someone you're not in order to gain the affection of others. It's a reminder that it's important to stay true to yourself, rather than trying to fit into someone else's expectations or mold.

Line by Line Meaning

I don't wanna be your friend I wanna cross the line
I don't want a simple friendship, I want to go beyond that and have a deeper, more intimate relationship with you.

Do the things you're wanting all because you're mine
I am willing to fulfill all of your desires and needs because you belong to me.

Maybe I could bluff be like the other guys
Perhaps I can pretend to be like other men and act differently than my true self in order to impress you.

And I can pretend I'm cool
I can put on a facade of being calm and collected, even if I'm actually anxious or nervous.

You know I tried smoking once and I didn't do it right
I may have attempted to do something I thought would impress you, but it didn't turn out as planned.

Last time I was drunk I really wasn't I just lied
I may have made up a story about being drunk to seem more interesting, but it wasn't actually true.

I can change my nature do the things that you'd like
I am willing to alter my usual behavior and do things that you would prefer in order to make you happy.

I can be whoever you want me to be tonight
I am able to transform into anyone you desire me to be, just for one night.

Maybe I'm a joker getting played a fool
I feel as though I could potentially be mocked, tricked, or deceived in this situation.

But darlin I'm a desperate man
Despite my potential doubts and insecurities, my longing for you is strong and overwhelming.

Only doin what I can
I'm putting forth all of my effort to get your attention and affection.

You know I, don't go to clubs and I've never gotten high
I'm not the typical guy you may see at a club or who indulges in substances, as I am different and unique.

I'm easily in love broken my heart a thousand times
I tend to fall in love easily, despite having experienced heartbreak many times before.

But I can change my nature treat you mean if you'd like
I am capable of being cruel and unkind towards you, if that's what you desire or prefer.

And pretend I'm cool
I am able to put on a front of being composed and at ease, even if that is not how I really feel.

And pretend I'm cool
I will continue to maintain this appearance of being collected and calm, even if it's just for show.

And pretend I'm cool
No matter how anxious or anxious I might actually be, I will strive to remain unfazed outwardly.

And pretend I'm cool
My efforts to appear chill and composed will persist for as long as necessary.

Oh and pretend I'm cool
In addition to pretending to be cool, I will put forth extra effort to maintain the facade.

And pretend I'm cool
I will continue to act as if I am calm and self-assured, even if I feel the opposite.

And pretend I'm cool
The act of maintaining a facade will persist throughout our encounter together.

And Pretend I'm cool
Above all else, I will continue to pretend that I am relaxed and unaffected, regardless of how I really feel inside.

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Jacob Fitzgerald

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