Hey There Delilah
K.O. ft. Plain White T's Lyrics

Hey there, Delilah
The singer greets Delilah, acknowledging their separation

What's it like in New York city?
The singer inquires about Delilah's current experience in New York City

I'm a thousand miles away
The singer expresses their physical distance from Delilah

But, girl, tonight you look so pretty Yes, you do Time square can't shine as bright as you I swear, it's true
The artist compliments Delilah and expresses that she shines brighter than the iconic Times Square in New York City

Don't you worry about the distance I'm right there if you get lonely Give this song another listen Close your eyes Listen to my voice, it's my disguise I'm by your side
The artist reassures Delilah that although they are apart, he is still present and supporting her through this song

Oh, it's what you do to me What you do to me
The singer marvels at how Delilah's presence and impact on their life

I know times are gettin' hard But just believe me, girl Someday I'll pay the bills with this guitar We'll have it good We'll have the life we knew we would My word is good
The singer acknowledges the current hardships they may face, but promises Delilah that he will make it through with his music, and they will achieve the life they always envisioned together

I've got so much left to say If every simple song I wrote to you Would take your breath away I'd write it all Even more in love with me you'd fall We'd have it all
The artist professes his love for Delilah and how much he still has to express to her through his music. He envisions a future where they are both deeply in love and happy

A thousand miles seems pretty far But they've got planes and trains and cars I'd walk to you if I had no other way Our friends would all make fun of us And we'll just laugh along because we know That none of them have felt this way Delilah, I can promise you That by the time we get through The world will never ever be the same And you're to blame
The artist acknowledges the physical distance as a challenge, but suggests that they can overcome it through various modes of transportation. Further, he acknowledges that others may laugh at their situation, but they know the strength of their love will persevere and change the world

You be good, and don't you miss me Two more years and you'll be done with school And I'll be makin' history like I do You'll know it's all because of you We can do whatever we want to Hey there, Delilah, here's to you This one's for you
The artist wishes Delilah well and suggests that their current separation is only temporary until she completes school. He expresses his desire to make history and do anything they want to in the future, all thanks to Delilah's impact on him. The song is dedicated to her

Oh, whoa, whoa Oh whoa, oh Oh, oh
A musical interlude to end the song