La Bamba
Luis Parraguez Lyrics
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You're always so far away
Down below, you used to tell the truth
Now, you're lookin' for something to say
You give me those eyes
And then look away
Are you livin' a lie?
Is this some kind of game
Baby, won't you tell me please?
Give me one good reason to stay
When you won't come right out and say
Who do you love? What makes you happen
What do you need for satisfaction
Who do you love? I need an answer
Is it just about a good time, good time
Who do you love?
I wish you'd lie or tell me the truth
So I can decide for myself
Maybe you've tried what we used to do
With somebody, somewhere else
Give me one reason to stay
When you won't come right out and say
Luis Parraguez's song La Bamba is about the confusion and uncertainty of a relationship. The singer is uncertain of their partner's feelings and intentions, leading them to doubt the authenticity of their relationship. The lyrics "I never know what you're gonna do, you're always so far away" suggest that the partner is emotionally distant and unpredictable. Despite this, the singer is still drawn to them, as shown by the lyrics "you give me those eyes and then look away." The singer wants to know if their partner is truly committed to the relationship or if it's just a game to them. They ask for clarity by saying "give me one good reason to stay, when you won't come right out and say."
The chorus of the song asks the partner directly who they love and what they need for satisfaction. The singer is desperate for answers and seeks to understand their partner's motives. They wish their partner would either lie or tell the truth so they can make an informed decision about the future of their relationship. The lyrics "maybe you've tried what we used to do with somebody, somewhere else" suggest that the partner may be unfaithful or exploring other romantic options. Ultimately, the singer is left feeling confused and uncertain about the future of their relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
I never know, what you're gonna do
I am always unsure of your actions
You're always so far away
You seem distant from me
Down below, you used to tell the truth
You used to be honest with me
Now, you're lookin' for something to say
You struggle to communicate with me
You give me those eyes
You use your gaze to convey a message
And then look away
But you immediately avoid eye contact
Do you want me down on my knees?
Do you want me to submit to you?
Are you livin' a lie?
Are you being deceitful?
Is this some kind of game
Is this a manipulative tactic?
Baby, won't you tell me please?
Please tell me what's going on
Give me one good reason to stay
Provide me with a compelling reason to remain
When you won't come right out and say
When you are unwilling to be direct
Who do you love? What makes you happen
Who do you have feelings for? What motivates you?
What do you need for satisfaction
What do you require to feel fulfilled?
Who do you love? I need an answer
I need you to provide me with a clear response
Is it just about a good time, good time
Is this solely about having fun?
Who do you love?
Who do you have romantic feelings for?
I wish you'd lie or tell me the truth
I would prefer if you were either dishonest or honest
So I can decide for myself
So I can make my own choices
Maybe you've tried what we used to do
Perhaps you have done what we did before
With somebody, somewhere else
But with a different person or in a different location
Give me one reason to stay
Provide me with a compelling reason to remain
When you won't come right out and say
When you avoid being straightforward
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Written by: Ellas McDaniel
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