Bad News
Lonesome Rhodes Lyrics
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You're telling me she's lost her way, a restless soul
She has fought all night
She's using her wiles, her heart, her time
And you're in a jam, a spot, a plight, goodnight
She's got you feeling it
She's got you feeling it
She controls your mind
She's using her wiles, her heart, her time
And you're in a jam, a spot, sham on, sham on
She's got you reading it
She's got you reading
Bad News, I'm telling you she's Bad News
Bad News, I'm telling you she's Bad News
Bad News, I'm telling you she's Bad News
You're telling me it's different this time, she's changed her tune
You're telling me you're riding a wave by light of moon
She has fought all night
She's using her wiles, her heart, her time
And you're in a jam, a spot, a plight, goodnight
She's got you feeling it
She's got you feeling it
She controls your mind
She's using her wiles, her heart, her time
And you're in a jam, a spot, sham on, sham on
She's got you reading it
She's got you reading
Bad News, I'm telling you she's Bad News
Bad News, I'm telling you she's Bad News
Bad News, I'm telling you she's Bad News
Bad News, I'm telling you she's Bad News
Bad News, I'm telling you she's Bad News
Bad News, I'm telling you she's Bad News
In Lonesome Rhodes's song "Bad News", the lyrics describe a relationship in turmoil. The listener is told that the person speaking believes that the other person's partner has lost their way and is using their wiles to control them. The singer is seemingly in denial about the situation, insisting that everything is under control and that their partner has changed. However, the song's repeated chorus, "Bad News, I'm telling you she's Bad News", drives home the point that the singer is in deep trouble and needs to face reality.
The song's use of repetition and hard-hitting lyrics craft a sense of urgency and warning, as if the singer is trying to break through the singer's denial and help them see the truth. The imagery of being in a "jam", "spot", or "plight" furthers this sense of being trapped and in despair. Overall, the song paints a bleak picture of a rocky relationship and the struggle to come to terms with it.
Line by Line Meaning
You're telling me you've got it all under control
You claim to have things figured out
You're telling me she's lost her way, a restless soul
You're saying she's lost and doesn't know what she wants
She has fought all night
She's been struggling and fighting for a while
She's using her wiles, her heart, her time
She's trying to manipulate and win you over using her charm and time
And you're in a jam, a spot, a plight, goodnight
And you're in trouble or in a difficult situation
She's got you feeling it
She has managed to make you feel something strong
She controls your mind
She has taken control of your thoughts and actions
And you're in a jam, a spot, sham on, sham on
You're still in a difficult position, despite thinking you had it sorted
She's got you reading it
She's made you believe whatever she's telling you
Bad News, I'm telling you she's Bad News
I'm warning you and telling you that she's no good for you
You're telling me it's different this time, she's changed her tune
You're trying to convince me that she's turned over a new leaf or changed her ways
You're telling me you're riding a wave by light of moon
You're saying things are going well and you feel unstoppable
Bad News, I'm telling you she's Bad News
I'm warning you again that she's no good for you
Bad News, I'm telling you she's Bad News
Once again, I'm warning you that she's not someone you should be with
Bad News, I'm telling you she's Bad News
My message is consistent - she's not a good person to be around
Bad News, I'm telling you she's Bad News
I'm repeating myself because it's important that you understand just how bad she is
Bad News, I'm telling you she's Bad News
One last time - she's not worth your time and attention
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Kevin Johnson
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