This is not a love song
Juliana Theory Lyrics

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The time is 2:22
And I hope your wish comes true
But you say I'll know before you do
And I hope you're right
Why can we talk this way
We always speak

When you're so far away

And I'm sitting right here
It's 10:00 your time
And it's 1 by mine

And I often wonder
Why you even care
Do you ever wonder ever wonder why
We met here

The time is 2:22
And I hope my wish comes true
And I think I'll know just when you do
And I hope I do
Maybe this is just what I need

Maybe I'm wrong
Maybe I'm wrong
Maybe I'm wrong
Maybe I'm wrong
Maybe I'm wrong

When you're so far away
And I'm sitting right here

It's 10:00 your time
And it's 1 by mine

Overall Meaning

The Juliana Theory's song "This Is Not a Love Song" speaks of a long-distance relationship filled with doubts, uncertainties, and questions. The first stanza begins with a specific time, 2:22, which could be interpreted as a time when the singer is waiting for something significant to happen or waiting for a wish to come true. Although the singer is hoping for the best, he/she acknowledges that uncertainty is looming over the situation. The line "But you say I'll know before you do" emphasizes that the other person in the relationship has more clarity about the situation compared to the singer, which creates a sense of anxiety and anticipation.

The second stanza reinforces the distance in the relationship, which further complicates their communication. The singer mentions that they speak even when they are physically far apart. Despite technology being able to make communication easier, the distance can still feel overwhelming. The time difference adds a layer of complexity where one person may be up late while the other is asleep. The singer wonders whether the other person actually cares and whether the relationship is worth it. In the final stanza, the singer once again longs for clarity and to know what's going on. He/she acknowledges that maybe they are wrong about the relationship, but still clings to hope.

Line by Line Meaning

The time is 2:22
It is currently 2:22 on the clock.

And I hope your wish comes true
I wish that the thing you desire would come to fruition.

But you say I'll know before you do
You mentioned earlier that I would learn the outcome before you would.

And I hope you're right
I am hopeful that your prediction is true.

Why can we talk this way
I am curious as to why we are able to converse in this manner.

We always speak
We often have communication with each other.

When you're so far away
Even though you are geographically distant from me.

And I'm sitting right here
I am currently present at this location.

It's 10:00 your time
The time in your location is 10:00.

And it's 1 by mine
However, the time in my location is 1:00.

And I often wonder
I frequently contemplate this thought.