Ain't Going Anywhere Soon
Kleenex Girl Wonder Lyrics

Tell me why am I feeling this way?
Asking why he feels the way he does

I didn't think and I'm paying for it now
Realizing that his actions had consequences

Well I knew this was coming someday
Acknowledging that something bad was bound to happen eventually

But I didn't think this would be how
Surprised that things turned out this way

Soon enough, I'll be gone, and I'll say
Acknowledging that he will leave soon

That I'm sorry I gave you that kiss
Regretting his actions

Cause I knew I would take it away
Realizing that he wasn't sincere in his actions

So as you struggle I can't hold your hand
Unable to physically be there for someone in need

But when you wonder where I am
Acknowledging that the other person may wonder about his whereabouts

And on New Year's Eve when you kiss someone new
Referring to the fact that the other person may move on and find someone else

There's nothing much more I can say to you
Acknowledging that he has said all that he can

Because everything's been said before
Everything that needs to be said has already been said

But if you want I'll tell you some more more more
Willing to continue talking if the other person wishes

Cause I ain't going anywhere soon
Planning to stick around for the foreseeable future

No matter what you say or do
Resolute in his decision to stay

I'll get back on that bus and I'll ride back home and be blue
Referring to the fact that he may leave, but will still feel sad/upset

I've followed the sun, so I can follow the moon
Willing to adapt and change directions based on circumstances

And I know I'll come back cause I ain't going anywhere soon
Confident in his decision to return

I can't tell you the things I should say
Unable to express himself fully

I've already done damage enough
Acknowledging that he may have caused hurt or harm

I must decide under skies cold and gray
Making a decision in unfavorable circumstances

Am I coming back or calling the bluff?
Undecided whether to follow through on his decision or not

So just tell me which one I hate more
Asking for advice or input to help him make a decision

To have you mad here or glad far away?
Deciding whether it's better to be near someone who's upset, or far away from someone who's happy

And tell me why did I sprint for the door
Questioning his actions or motivations

And assume the worst for every word you'd say?
Assuming that the other person would say something negative or hurtful

Oh I've told you what you mean to me, but that's all so much talk
Acknowledging that talking about feelings doesn't necessarily translate to action

I've listened as you told me things and watched you like a hawk
Paying attention to and analyzing the other person's behavior and actions

The only thing that counts right now is what will happen next
Focusing on the present and future rather than dwelling on the past

And I can say a million things but every single one is out of context
Unable to fully express himself or his thoughts

So tell me why couldn't I take it slow?
Questioning his impulsive nature

I spit out all those words I knew I'd regret
Saying things he knew would cause harm or damage

I told myself I could just get up and go
Thinking that leaving would solve his problems

But I haven't gone anywhere yet
Haven't taken action on his decision to leave

I can drive I can drive I can drive
Able to physically leave

But I can't turn the radio on
Not able to distract himself from his thoughts or feelings

Cause I see 43-35
Referring to a street or address that holds significance

And I still ain't too sure if you're gone
Uncertain whether the other person has left or not

So as I struggle you can't hold my hand
Unable to receive physical/emotional support from the other person

But take my word for it, I understand
Assuring the other person that he empathizes with their situation

Mildew of the summer and the deepening snow
Referring to the passage of time

Are both alike in the routine I know
Things may change, but he knows what to expect

I don't know what it is about you
Recognizing that he may not fully understand his feelings for the other person

But I know I'll be back and I know I won't know what to do
Confident in his decision to return, but uncertain about how to proceed

I'll just sit here in my empty room
Spending time alone in a space that feels devoid of meaning

In the ranch that I built for you mumbling say it ain't true
Referring to something that he thought was built for the other person, but may have turned out differently

So say it ain't true
Hoping that something negative isn't actually true

Say it ain't true...
Repeating the sentiment for emphasis

No I ain't going anywhere soon....
Reiterating that he has decided to stay put for now