Obviously
McFly! Lyrics


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Recently I've been,
Hopelessly reaching
Out for this girl,
She's out of this world.
Believe me.

She's got a boyfriend
He drives me round the bend
He's in the marines,
He'd kill me.

It's been so many nights now
I find myself thinking about her now.

'Cause obviously,
She's out of my league
I'm hopin' and wishin'
She's draggin' me in and now
I know I never will be good enough for her.

No, no
Never will be good enough for her.

Gotta escape now
Get on a plane now. yeah
Afterwards lady, that's where I'll stay (yeah)
For cheating

I'll put it behind me(I'll put it behind me)
Go to a place where she can't find me. yeah.

'Cause obviously,
She's out of my league,
I'm wastin' my time
'Cause she'll never be mine
I know I never will be good enough for her.
No, no
Never will be good enough for her

She's outta my head
I never will know her again




I know I'm not good enough for her
He's good enough for her (for her, for her)

Overall Meaning

In the first verse of McFly's song "Obviously," the singer expresses his feelings of longing and hopelessness for a girl who he feels is out of his reach. He acknowledges that she is "out of this world" and emphasizes that she is beyond his league. Despite his feelings, he realizes that she has a boyfriend who is a marine and acknowledges that getting involved with her would not only be impossible but also dangerous, as her boyfriend could potentially harm him. This juxtaposition of desire and reality creates a sense of frustration and resignation in the singer.


As the song progresses, the singer reflects on the many nights he has spent thinking about the girl, indicating that she has consumed his thoughts and emotions. He recognizes that she is truly out of his league and that no matter how much he hopes and wishes, he will never be good enough for her. This sense of inadequacy and self-awareness adds a layer of vulnerability to the song, showcasing the singer's acceptance of his limitations in this romantic pursuit.


In the second verse, the singer contemplates escaping from the situation by getting on a plane and leaving, as he feels the need to distance himself from the girl and her boyfriend. He acknowledges that he needs to put the situation behind him and go to a place where she cannot find him. This desire to escape and move on from unrequited love is a recurring theme in the song, highlighting the singer's internal struggle to come to terms with his feelings and the reality of the situation.


The final lines of the song convey a sense of resolution and acceptance as the singer realizes that the girl is out of his head and that he will never have a chance with her. He acknowledges that he is not good enough for her and that her boyfriend is the right match for her. This realization marks a bittersweet conclusion to the song, as the singer comes to terms with the impossibility of the situation and acknowledges the futility of pursuing a love that will never be reciprocated.


Line by Line Meaning

Recently I've been,
Lately, I have been


Hopelessly reaching
Desperately trying to reach out


Out for this girl,
Seeking the attention of this girl


She's out of this world.
She is extraordinary.


Believe me.
Trust me on this.


She's got a boyfriend
She is in a relationship


He drives me round the bend
He makes me crazy


He's in the marines,
He is a marine


He'd kill me.
He would harm me.


It's been so many nights now
I have spent many nights


I find myself thinking about her now.
I keep thinking about her.


'Cause obviously,
Clearly,


She's out of my league
She is too good for me.


I'm hopin' and wishin'
I am hoping and wishing


She's draggin' me in and now
She is pulling me towards her.


I know I never will be good enough for her.
I understand that I will never meet her standards.


No, no
No, no


Never will be good enough for her.
I will never be good enough for her.


Gotta escape now
I need to get away now.


Get on a plane now. yeah
Board a plane now.


Afterwards lady, that's where I'll stay (yeah)
That's where I will reside.


For cheating
To avoid consequences


I'll put it behind me(I'll put it behind me)
I will leave it in the past


Go to a place where she can't find me. yeah.
Go where she cannot locate me.


'Cause obviously,
Clearly,


She's out of my league,
She is beyond my reach


I'm wastin' my time
I am wasting my efforts


'Cause she'll never be mine
Because she will never be with me


I know I never will be good enough for her.
I am aware that I will never meet her expectations.


No, no
No, no


Never will be good enough for her
I will never be adequate for her


She's outta my head
She is out of my thoughts


I never will know her again
I will not have another chance with her


I know I'm not good enough for her
I understand that I do not meet her standards


He's good enough for her (for her, for her)
He meets her expectations




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: THOMAS MICHAEL FLETCHER, DANIEL ALAN JONES, JAMES ELLIOT BOURNE

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@jeanpaul2nd465

Nobody listening in 2024

@IsaacWale2004

I am. My first time.

@kristianwallwork1650

I am

@lexieslarksandcrafts

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@workingmum2024

Me. Loved mcfly since I was a teenager and they first came about. I'm 32 now. Had the biggest crush on Tom, pictures all over my bedroom wall 😂

@bookypeej9477

The fact this is about Gi and they're now married with three sons is the most beautiful thing ever.

@fennastippe3640

I just watched for this comment... It's so freaking crazy and beautiful 😍😭

@bluebear3550

most of the their songs are about her lucky

@crazyorganist1609

Is it about his wife?

@bookypeej9477

Crazy organist obviously and all about you were both about Giovanna, the latter Being written for her :)

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