Kris debuted his first full-length CD, "Brand New Shoes", in September 2007. The album spotlights his musical capabilities in songwriting, guitar, piano and vocals. Kris is known for his laid-back and unassuming personality, yet his music is full of depth, energy and soul.
Some of his influences include Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Matchbox 20, and John Legend.
On 20 May 2009, Kris Allen was crowned the champion of American Idol 2009. After American Idol he released his major-label eponymous album debut. Since then he has released three studio albums "Thank You Camellia" in 2012, "Horizons" in 2014, "Letting You In" in 2016 and one Christmas album titled "Somethin' About Christmas" also in 2016. In 2019 he released a compilation album titled "10" in ten year anniversary since album "Kris Allen" came out in 2009. His latest releases are four new singles in 2021.
Loves Me Not
Kris Allen Lyrics
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And just like a carousel, round and round you go,
My patience runs out the door,
When you tell me all the ways you love me,
But still ain't never been to my show.
Oh, oh oh
Why do you pick me up to watch me fall?
Then turn around and screen my calls?
Foot on the gas
The car keep stalling.
A passionate kiss
With eyes wide open.
Cold then hot, you go then stop,
She loves me, she loves me not.
She loves me not
You keep me out on a wire,
Somewhere between the "you" and "you and I",
My legs are getting so tired,
From hanging on your every word,
Making up excuses why
You can't make up your mind.
Why do you pick me up to watch me fall?
You say you're so in love,
Then turn around and screen my calls?
Foot on the gas
The car keep stalling.
A passionate kiss
With eyes wide open.
Cold then hot, you go then stop,
She loves me, she loves me
Whenever she is lonely,
Or after watching a girly movie
Or she just needs a hand to hold
He loves me
Whenever it's convenient,
Told myself each time he means it,
I happily play the fool.
Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh
Why do you pick me up to watch me fall?
You say you're so in love,
Then turn around and screen my calls?
Why do you pick me up to watch me fall?
You say you're so in love,
But then turn around and screen my calls?
Foot on the gas, car keeps stalling.
A passionate kiss, eyes wide open.
Cold then hot, you go then stop,
She loves me, she loves me not.
He loves me, he loves me not.
She loves me, she loves me not.
She loves me not
The lyrics of Kris Allen feat. Meiko's song Loves Me Not describe the confusion and frustration that arises from being in a relationship with someone who sends mixed messages. The title of the song itself, "Loves me not", is a reference to the childhood game of picking flower petals and saying "she loves me, she loves me not". Here, the singer is questioning the sincerity of their partner's feelings, as they claim to love them but their actions say otherwise. The first verse compares the partner to a carousel, going round and round without making any real progress. Despite telling the singer they love them, the partner has never even been to their show, indicating a lack of interest and support.
The chorus repeats the central question of why the partner keeps playing with the singer's emotions. The metaphor of driving a car with one foot on the gas pedal and one on the brake represents the mixed signals, as they are pushing and pulling the relationship in different directions. The second verse describes the singer feeling like they are hanging on a wire, constantly waiting for their partner to make a decision. They are tired of making excuses for the partner and want a straight answer. The bridge section shifts to the partner's perspective, acknowledging that they only seem to profess love when it is convenient for them. The repeated "ooh" vocals suggest a sense of resignation or acceptance of the situation.
Overall, the lyrics of Loves Me Not convey a feeling of uncertainty and unease about a relationship that is not meeting the singer's needs. The carousel and car metaphors emphasize the lack of progress and direction, while the "loves me not" imagery reflects the wavering nature of the partner's feelings. The singer is left feeling frustrated and exhausted from trying to make it work.
Line by Line Meaning
You say you do but you don't,
You make promises that you don't intend to keep.
And just like a carousel, round and round you go,
Your behavior is repetitive and unpredictable.
My patience runs out the door,
I am losing my patience with you.
When you tell me all the ways you love me,
You express your feelings for me in various ways.
But still ain't never been to my show.
You haven't shown up to support me despite professing your love.
Why do you pick me up to watch me fall?
Why do you build me up only to tear me down?
You say you're so in love,
You claim to be deeply in love with me.
Then turn around and screen my calls?
But you avoid my calls and messages.
Foot on the gas
You are making an effort to move forward.
The car keep stalling.
But your efforts are not yielding the desired results.
A passionate kiss
You show intense affection towards me.
With eyes wide open.
But there is a lack of sincerity in your actions.
Cold then hot, you go then stop,
Your behavior is inconsistent and confusing.
She loves me, she loves me not.
I am unsure of your true feelings towards me.
You keep me out on a wire,
You have me in a precarious and vulnerable position.
Somewhere between the 'you' and 'you and I',
You are unsure of your feelings towards me.
My legs are getting so tired,
I am exhausted from trying to hold on to you.
From hanging on your every word,
I am eagerly waiting for you to make a decision.
Making up excuses why
You come up with various reasons to justify your indecision.
You can't make up your mind.
You are unable to make a decision about us.
Whenever she is lonely,
You only come to me when you need something.
Or after watching a girly movie
You seek comfort from me after indulging in something emotional.
Or she just needs a hand to hold
You only show me affection when you need physical comfort.
He loves me
You claim to love me.
Whenever it's convenient,
But only when it suits you.
Told myself each time he means it,
I keep convincing myself that your love is genuine.
I happily play the fool.
Despite knowing the reality, I choose to be ignorant because I love you.
She loves me, she loves me not.
You are unsure of your feelings towards me.
He loves me, he loves me not.
You are unsure of your feelings towards me.
She loves me not
You do not love me.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: NOLAN SIPE, RYAN PETERSEN, KRIS ALLEN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Catherine Rouquine
Excellent !!! Great duet !
K Ashtekar
Finally found this song after searching for 8 years. I'm literally crying right now...
Nostalgia, so beautiful and painful at the same time..
cooljob9
love the lyrics on this and the lightness of the music makes a fun contrast to them
vonfire diaz
KRIS AND MEIKO?...WOW THAT'S ONE HELL OF A DUET!!!
Kate M
Love this song. vocals are on point
Maree
They sure are. This whole album I am just discovering ( a little late). Shame on his record label for not heavily promoting this. So many great songs that could have been singles
KMJ
awesome sing. I cant listen to it enough. Wish I could stream it or buy it on itunes
franswazzle1
I'm really loving this song. Find myself listening to it many times a day. Actually the whole album is GREAT!
Artistsupporter
I love this song! What a fabulous duet!
atila mar aier
Still my fav 🧡