Mac used to live in Vancouver, and in the downtown area, there is a Robson street. Although 2 was recorded in Montreal, Mac could be referencing sitting on the bus and seeing this striking woman get on at Robson, where he (“daddy”) then beckons for a chance to be near her.
Robson Girl
Mac DeMarco Lyrics
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We can try this over
Lovin' on the sidelines
Another one of my kind
Robson girl
Sit down by your daddy
Robson girl
No one else's shoulder
I felt, could be colder
Lovin' on the sidelines
Just one street on my mind
(Ah)
Robson girl
Sit down by your daddy
Robson girl
Sit down by your daddy
Robson girl
Sit down by your daddy
Robson girl
Sit down by your daddy
That's a wrap
The lyrics to Mac DeMarco's song "Robson Girl" are open to interpretation, but there are a few possible meanings. The song could be about a romantic relationship with someone who is on the sidelines, perhaps waiting for their turn to be with the singer. The line "maybe when we're older, we can try this over" suggests that the relationship is not currently possible but may be in the future. The repetition of "Robson girl, sit down by your daddy" throughout the song could indicate a desire to be close to or protected by someone older and wiser, possibly a father figure.
Alternatively, the song could also be about the singer's own journey of self-discovery and coming to terms with his feelings. The line "another one of my kind" suggests that the singer feels a connection with the "Robson girl" and that they are similar in some way. The line "no one else's shoulder I felt could be colder" could suggest that the singer has felt alone or misunderstood in the past, and that the "Robson girl" offers some sense of comfort or understanding.
Overall, the lyrics to "Robson Girl" are somewhat enigmatic and can be interpreted in a variety of ways. The song's dreamy, lo-fi sound and melodic guitar riffs add to its lingering, nostalgic quality.
Line by Line Meaning
Maybe when we're older
Perhaps in the distant future when we have matured, we can revisit this relationship
We can try this over
We can attempt to start this relationship again
Lovin' on the sidelines
Engaging in an uncommitted, casual relationship without fully committing to each other
Another one of my kind
Someone similar to me in personality or interests
Robson girl
A girl who frequents the Robson street area of Vancouver
Sit down by your daddy
Take a seat next to your father
No one else's shoulder
No one else's support or comfort was available to me
I felt, could be colder
The lack of support or comfort from others made me feel even more alone and cold
Just one street on my mind
Robson street is the only thing on my mind
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: MacBriare Samuel Lanyon DeMarco
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