In counter-contrast with their feminine image - NERVO's style is bold and sassy, with in-your-face beats that beckon a dance floor to its knees. The sound is loud, dirty and irresistible, and has won them respect from the most serious music lovers around the world. They rocked Lollapalooza, Tokyo, and Sydney, opened for will.i.am in Ibiza, and dropped in on Richard Branson at Necker Island in the Caribbean for a Halloween party with the Victoria Secrets models.
Make NERVO part of your summer. In the words of their recent club chart topper, we think you'll find them 'Irresistible'.
The Other Boys
NERVO Lyrics
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There's so much heartache in the world today
So why do you feel the need to pull away?
I got someone who wants to show me love
He tells me every day I have his heart
But that's not what I want
It's not what I dream of, no
Because something tells me
I know you hear me
And we should be together, start being clever
[Chorus]
So tell me, why don't you love me like the other boys do?
Why can't you call me up, why isn't it you?
Why don't you love me like the other boys do?
Like the other boys do, like the other boys do
[Bridge]
Like the other boys
Like the other boys
[Verse 2]
My heart, it hurts, it hurts, it hurts for you
Cause my head won't stop, can't stop thinkin' of you
And somethin' tells me we should be together, be together
[Chorus]
So tell me, why don't you love me like the other boys do?
Why can't you call me up, why isn't it you?
Why don't you love me like the other boys do?
Like the other boys do, like the other boys do
Why don't you love me like the other boys do?
Why can't you call when you know I want you?
Why don't you love me like the other boys do?
Like the other boys do, like the other boys do
[Bridge]
Like the other boys
Like the other boys
Like the other boys
Like the other boys
[Chorus]
Why don't you love me like the other boys do?
Why can't you call me up, why isn't it you?
Why don't you love me like the other boys do?
Like the other boys do, like the other boys do
Why don't you love me like the other boys do?
Why can't you want when you know I want you?
Why don't you love me like the other boys do?
Like the other boys do, like the other boys do
The song "The Other Boys" by NERVO tells the story of a person who is in love with someone who does not reciprocate their feelings. The first verse talks about the heartache in the world and the confusion surrounding the person's love interest, who pulls away despite having someone who wants to love them. The singer has someone who loves them and tells them every day, but it is not what they truly want. They have a feeling that they belong together with the other person, and they want them to be clever and realize that they are meant to be together. The chorus asks why the other person does not love them like the other boys do, why they cannot call them up or be with them like the other boys.
In the second verse, the singer talks about how much their heart hurts for the person they cannot be with, and they cannot stop thinking about them. Again, the feeling is that they should be together, and something tells the singer that they should be together. The bridge repeats the line "like the other boys" four times, emphasizing the feeling that the other person is not treating the singer like they should be treated. The final chorus repeats the questions posed in the first chorus, asking why the other person does not love them, why they cannot call them, and why they cannot be with them.
Overall, the song is a plea for someone to love the singer like they deserve to be loved, and the repeated question of "why" emphasizes the confusion and desperation that the singer feels.
Line by Line Meaning
There's so much heartache in the world today
Despite there being much heartache and pain in the world, why are you distancing yourself from me?
So why do you feel the need to pull away?
What is the reason for pulling away from me?
I got someone who wants to show me love
There is someone who loves and cares for me.
He tells me every day I have his heart
This person expresses their love to me everyday.
But that's not what I want
Although I have someone who cares for me, they are not who I desire.
It's not what I dream of, no
My dreams and desires do not include this person.
Because something tells me
There is a feeling inside me that suggests something different.
We should be together, be together
You and I are meant to be together.
I know you hear me
I am aware that you understand what I am saying.
And we should be together, start being clever
We need to start being smart and find ways to be together.
So tell me, why don't you love me like the other boys do?
What makes you not love me like the other boys do?
Why can't you call me up, why isn't it you?
What keeps you from calling me? Why is it never you who reaches out first?
My heart, it hurts, it hurts, it hurts for you
My heart aches for you and the situation we are in.
Cause my head won't stop, can't stop thinkin' of you
I cannot seem to stop thinking about you, it's always on my mind.
Like the other boys
In the same way that other boys love or care for others, why can't you do the same for me?
Why can't you call when you know I want you?
I want you to call me and be attentive, but why don't you when you know I desire it?
Why can't you want when you know I want you?
I want you and need you, but why can't you feel the same?
Like the other boys do, like the other boys do
Like other boys care for their significant others, I wish you could do the same for me.
Contributed by Anna J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@douglaswhite3333
HOW HAD I NEVER HEARD OF THIS SONG? JAKE SHEARS and KYLIE and NERVO?!?!? I AM GAGGING.... THIS IS AMAZING!!!!!!
@Kristianidy
Literally gagged and offended I learned of this WAY too late
@nunoalexandre6408
A Master Piece !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The Most Underrated!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@ahorta08
It was a #1 Billboard Club song hit.. The bars/clubs would play it alot back when it was released.. :)
@AlainBruno
Kylie looks incredible.
@AntiDot43
+Alain Bruno I can't believe she is 47 yo. she looks like 20s
@andreeaabro
+Alain Bruno and she is so talented
@mailinwinder3442
+Alain Bruno i will buy u a shirt
@FraH1190
Like you 😅
@bendelaportilla3747
+Alain Bruno let's make up!!