Macy Gray was originally hesitant to record a studio album due to what is, arguably, her most recognizable feature -- her voice. She started her music career as a songwriter. Her first album was actually a mistake; she was at the studio waiting for the person who was supposed to be singing her song, and the producer wanted to hear what one of the songs was supposed to sound like. Once she started singing, the producer liked the rough sound of her voice so much he offered her a record deal.
Harry
Macy Gray Lyrics
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And plums
Roses and dandelions
Special lovin' on the night I spent with you
It was the best that I've had lately
But it didn't mean anything
And I will be glad when you stop callin' me
Harry
But boy when you want the lovin'
Come and see me harry
Swore my ever lasting true love to you
Said that I need ya I want ya didn't I baby
But I was just kiddin' 'round
And I will be glad when you stop callin' my house
Harry
Don't want to be your girlfriend
But boy when you want the lovin'
Come and see me harry
It's a shame harry
Cause you such a beautiful thing harry
You tell em that you love and I bet you do
But love's not my thing right now harry
All I want to do is swing
And when you're ready
I'm here for you
Please harry
Stop callin' me
Harry
Don't want to be your girlfriend
But boy when you want the lovin'
Feel free to come and see me harry
In Macy Gray's song "Harry," the lyrics depict a woman who had a one-night stand with a man named Harry. She describes the encounter as being filled with passion and sensuality, but ultimately means nothing to her. Despite her lack of interest in Harry, he persists on calling and contacting her, leading her to express her desire for him to stop.
The opening lines of the lyrics are poetic and filled with imagery. The use of fruits like cherries, strawberries, and peaches combined with flowers like roses and dandelions, creates a sense of sensuality and physical pleasure. The singer, however, clarifies that the physical encounter meant nothing to her and that Harry's persistence is unwelcome.
The lyrics also reveal that the singer had previously made promises of love and devotion to Harry, but she was simply "kidding around." She does not want to be Harry's girlfriend, but she is willing to offer him "lovin'" when he wants it. The singer's desires and motivations are her own, and she has no interest in Harry beyond that.
Overall, the lyrics of "Harry" are straightforward, honest, and relatable. The song is a depiction of a brief encounter and the consequences that come with it. In this case, it's Harry's persistence, which is not reciprocated by the singer.
Line by Line Meaning
You must be smellin' cherries and strawberries and peaches
And plums
Roses and dandelions
You must be imagining all sorts of sweet and delightful smells because of the special lovemaking we had together, it was like a collection of the best smells out there.
Special lovin' on the night I spent with you
It was the best that I've had lately
But it didn't mean anything
And I will be glad when you stop callin' me
Harry
That night was amazing, but it was only a physical connection and didn't mean anything more. I'm looking forward to when you stop calling me and harassing me all the time.
Don't want to be your girlfriend
But boy when you want the lovin'
Come and see me harry
I don't want to be in a committed relationship with you, but whenever you're in the mood for some physical satisfaction, feel free to come see me, Harry.
Swore my ever lasting true love to you
Said that I need ya I want ya didn't I baby
But I was just kiddin' 'round
And I will be glad when you stop callin' my house
Harry
I might have claimed that I loved you forever and that I needed and wanted you, but it was just a joke. I'm looking forward to when you stop calling my house all the time, Harry.
It's a shame harry
Cause you such a beautiful thing harry
You tell em that you love and I bet you do
But love's not my thing right now harry
It's unfortunate that you're such a handsome guy, Harry, and while you might genuinely express your love, I'm not interested in that kind of relationship right now.
All I want to do is swing
And when you're ready
I'm here for you
Please harry
Stop callin' me
Harry
Don't want to be your girlfriend
But boy when you want the lovin'
Feel free to come and see me harry
I just want to have casual sex with no strings attached, and I'm fine with waiting for you to be ready for that. I only ask that you stop calling me all the time, Harry, but when you're in the mood for some physical satisfaction, don't hesitate to come see me.
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Written by: MACY GRAY
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