Honey Bee
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I know I tried a better way of saying goodbye to you
And I know you cried so did I, I always cried for you
Cuz it seemed like you never cared whenever you weren't there
And I know I lied but I always tried to be there for you
Cuz I am a flower, and you are a bee
You only liked honey, you never wanted pollen from me




Overall Meaning

In these lyrics, the singer reflects on a past relationship and the difficulties they experienced in expressing their emotions and saying goodbye. They acknowledge their own attempts to find a better way to end the relationship, implying that it may not have been a smooth or amicable break-up. Both parties are shown to have been emotionally affected, as evidenced by the crying mentioned. The singer emphasizes their own willingness to be present and supportive in the relationship, even if they admit to having lied at times.


The lyrics then introduce a symbolic comparison between the singer and a flower, and their former partner as a bee. The flower represents the singer, while the bee represents their ex-lover. The metaphor suggests that the singer sees themselves as offering something valuable and meaningful, symbolized by the pollen. However, the ex-partner is portrayed as only being interested in one aspect of the relationship or what the singer has to offer, symbolized by honey. This suggests a lack of reciprocation and a one-sided dynamic in the relationship.


Overall, these lyrics convey the singer's feelings of frustration and disappointment in their past relationship. They express their attempts to be there emotionally for their partner, even when faced with challenges and their own shortcomings. The metaphor of the flower and the bee illustrates the unequal nature of the relationship, with the singer feeling undervalued and their efforts unappreciated. Ultimately, the lyrics capture a sense of longing for a more balanced and fulfilling connection.


Line by Line Meaning

I know I tried a better way of saying goodbye to you
I made an effort to find a more compassionate and considerate way to bid farewell to you


And I know you cried so did I, I always cried for you
I am aware that you shed tears during our separation, and it is worth noting that I also wept, as I always did for you


Cuz it seemed like you never cared whenever you weren't there
Because it appeared as though you lacked concern for my well-being whenever you were absent


And I know I lied but I always tried to be there for you
I acknowledge that I deceived you at times, but I consistently made an effort to support and stand by your side


Cuz I am a flower, and you are a bee
In metaphorical terms, I represent a delicate and beautiful flower, while you embody a buzzing and industrious bee


You only liked honey, you never wanted pollen from me
You solely desired the sweet nectar of honey from me, and did not have any interest in the essential pollen that a flower provides




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Ted O'Connor

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