Pulp disbanded in 2002 (although they have reformed on a number occasions since), but Cocker has been busy. In 2003, he re-emerged to promote a new album A Heavy Nite With... for his new band, Relaxed Muscle. 2005 then brought Cocker briefly back into the limelight with his contribution to the soundtrack for Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. He also collaborated with and wrote lyrics for Nancy Sinatra's and Charlotte Gainsbourg's comeback albums.
Cocker embarked on a solo career under his own name with an album entitled Jarvis (2006). His sophomore effort Further Complications (produced by Steve Albini) was released in 2009.
Cocker released an album called Room 29 (2017) with Chilly Gonzales and then started a new band called Jarv is..., with which he released the critically acclaimed and very successful album Beyond the Pale (2020).
2021 saw the release of Chansons d'Ennui Tip-Top, which served as a companion release to the soundtrack for Wes Anderson's 2021 film, The French Dispatch. Cocker sang the songs in film character, the name of this character being Tip-Top, which explains why the album is sometimes simply referred to as Chansons d'Ennui, formally credited to Tip-Top.
More film music followed in 2022, as Cocker recorded the original soundtrack to the film This Is Going To Hurt. This where it gets complicated: the band name Jarv is... can be spotted on the artwork of This Is Going To Hurt (Original Soundtrack), but the score is listed on streaming platforms such as Spotify under Jarvis Cocker. As a matter of fact, the band name Jarv is... seems to have been dropped altogether, as all Jarv is... albums are now also listed under Jarvis Cocker.
Don't Let Him Waste Your Time
Jarvis Cocker Lyrics
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You can hang out with all of his friends
You can go and meet his mother and father
Hmm, you better make sure that's where it ends
'Cause baby, there's one thing that you gotta know:
Let him read your palm and guess your sign
Let him take you home and treat you fine
Don't let him waste your time
Don't let him waste your time
'Cause the years fly by in an instant
And you wonder what he's waiting for
Oh, then some skinny bitch walks by in some hot pants
And he's a-running out the door
So remember that one thing that you gotta know:
Let him read your palm and guess your sign
Let him take you home and treat you so fine
But baby -
Don't let him waste your time
Don't let him waste your time
You ain't getting no younger
And you've got nothing to show
So tell him that it's now or never
And then -
Go go go go go
He can have his space
Yeah, he can take his time
Now he can kiss you where the sun don't shine
Oh baby -
Don't let him waste your time
Don't let him waste your time
Don't let him waste your time
Don't let him waste your time
Don't let him waste your time
No, don't let him waste your time
No, don't let him waste your time
No, don't let him waste your time
No, don't let him waste your time
Jarvis Cocker's "Don't Let Him Waste Your Time" is a cautionary tale for women who fall prey to charming men who have nothing but emptiness to offer. Jarvis urges women not to waste their time on men who may take them for granted while pretending to be serious. In the first stanza, the singer lays out a series of potential scenarios for how close the woman can get to the man, such as staying out all night, hanging out with his friends, and even meeting his parents. However, he warns that the woman should be careful not to take it too far, lest she waste her time on someone who isn't worthy of her attention.
The second stanza continues with a warning that time flies fast, and before you know it, you're left wondering what happened to your life. The singer underscores that women should be confident in themselves and avoid getting hung up on someone who isn't giving them what they want. The song's chorus emphasizes the message that women should allow themselves to be treated with respect and dignity by not wasting their time on boys who aren't worth it.
Overall, the song urges women to be aware of their worth and not let anyone take it away from them. It's a reminder that relationships should be mutually beneficial and that no one should be sacrificing their time for someone who won't reciprocate.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, you can stay all night if you want to
You have all the time in the world to spend with him if you so desire.
You can hang out with all of his friends
You can immerse yourself in his world by socializing with his friends.
You can go and meet his mother and father
You can take a step closer to being a part of his family by meeting his parents.
Hmm, you better make sure that's where it ends
Make sure that you don't get too invested in him or his family without knowing where his intentions lie.
'Cause baby, there's one thing that you gotta know:
There is a crucial thing you need to take into account.
Let him read your palm and guess your sign
You can let him try to figure you out and be romantic with his gestures.
Let him take you home and treat you fine
You can indulge in his pampering and enjoy a good time with him.
But baby -
Don't let him waste your time
Don't let him waste your time
However, don't let him string you along without any intentions of committing to you.
'Cause the years fly by in an instant
Time goes by quickly, and you don't want to be left wondering what could have been.
And you wonder what he's waiting for
You might have doubts about his intentions and what exactly he's looking for in a relationship.
Oh, then some skinny bitch walks by in some hot pants
And he's a-running out the door
You might be left heartbroken when he leaves you for someone else who is deemed more desirable.
So remember that one thing that you gotta know:
Bear in mind that there was one point that was emphasized earlier.
Let him read your palm and guess your sign
Let him take you home and treat you so fine
You can indulge in romantic gestures and enjoy being pampered by him.
But baby -
Don't let him waste your time
Don't let him waste your time
However, remember not to let him string you along without any intention of committing to you.
You ain't getting no younger
And you've got nothing to show
You're not getting any younger, and you're not getting any closer to a fulfilling relationship.
So tell him that it's now or never
And then -
Go go go go go
Tell him that you need a commitment now or never, and if he's not ready, you're moving on with your life.
He can have his space
Yeah, he can take his time
Now he can kiss you where the sun don't shine
Oh baby -
Don't let him waste your time
Don't let him waste your time
Don't let him waste your time
Don't let him waste your time
Don't let him waste your time
If he wants his space and time, he can have it, but make sure he is worthy of your time and affection.
No, don't let him waste your time
No, don't let him waste your time
No, don't let him waste your time
No, don't let him waste your time
Reiterating the important message to not let him waste your time and emotions without any real intentions of commitment.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GERRY GOFFIN, PHIL SPECTOR
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@mariamshengelia9834
Here are the lyrics:
Well, you can stay all night if you want to
You can hang out with all of his friends
You can go and meet 'is mother and father
Mm, ya' better make sure that's where it ends
'Cause baby there's one thing that you gotta' know
Let him read your palm and guess your sign
Let him take ya' home and treat ya' fine
But baby
Don't let him waste your time
Don't let him waste your time
'Cause the years fly by in an instant
And you wonder what he's waitin' for
Ah, then some skinny bitch walks by in some hot pants
And he's a'runnin' out the door
So remember that one thing that you gotta know
You ain't gettin' no younger
And you got nothing to show
So tell him that it's now or never
And then
Go go go go go
He can have his space
Yeah, he can take his time
Now he can kiss ya' where the sun don't shine
Oh baby
Don't let him waste your time (x9)
@dustyramone
Nothing compares with that british humor. I will love these brits forever !!!
@Yas23gl
This is the very first time I watch this, because I've just discovered Pulp four months ago, and I really thought Bad cover version was the funniest video ever, but this just make my day.
Brilliant!!!
@abcdefgiorgia
jarvis cocker has NEVER wasted my time
@alons7820
X2
@Maineroad29
Possibly one of the funniest music videos ever made in my opinion!
@lasciamidasolo
Got obsessed with this song and this MV in middle school to the point where it became my morning alarm. Thanks for making puberty bearable, Jarvis.
@Ana_MF
I love Jarvis sense of humor ♥
@celiaayneto9232
definitely !!
@marktheblue5780
Jarvis still keeping indie music going... good man 😎
@roberto-qy2ys
Jarvis is officially the worst taxi chauffeur of life.