What The Hell Is Stipulation
Reggie and the Full Effect Lyrics


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She said she doesn't want a boyfriend, she's better off with friends
She doesn't like getting hurt when serious relations end
He only wants to see her whenever she will permit
He only wants to be with her and quit feeling like shit

All that he can give, he gives her
more then he really should now
whenever they meet he'll see her
and he'll tell her that he's happy
She feels good

This simple situation is easier unsaid
He knows just by him asking her it goes straight up to her head

All that he can give, he gives her
More then he really should now
Whenever they meet he'll see her
And he'll tell her that he's happy

If she could give the time she see that everythings fine
Its not up to me
She wishes that he would see its nothing to be that she will for he

She says she'll never need a boyfriend, she's happy with her friends
She's keeping all her secrets with her up until the end

All that he can give, he gives her
More then he really should now
Whenever they meet he'll see her




And he'll tell her that he's happy
She feels good

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Reggie and the Full Effect's song "What The Hell Is Stipulation" narrate a complicated relationship where the woman involved doesn't want a boyfriend and prefers to just maintain friendships in order to avoid the pain and hurt that comes with the end of serious relationships. On the other hand, the man involved only wants to be with her and is willing to give up more than he should in this situation. Despite this difficult dynamic, the couple still meet and the man always tells the woman how happy he is to be with her, which makes her feel good.


This song is essentially about two individuals who have contrasting desires in a relationship. While one person prefers to avoid heartbreak, the other is willing to risk it all for a chance at love. The lyrics highlight how difficult it can be when both parties are not on the same page, but also illustrate the importance of communication and honesty in any relationship. The woman in this situation may never change her mind, but the man continues to pursue her in the hope that he can win her over.


Line by Line Meaning

She said she doesn't want a boyfriend, she's better off with friends
She shared that she prefers friendships over romantic relationships


She doesn't like getting hurt when serious relations end
She is afraid of getting emotionally hurt when romantic relationships end


He only wants to see her whenever she will permit
He is willing to meet with her only when it's convenient for her


He only wants to be with her and quit feeling like shit
He desires to be in a serious relationship with her and stop feeling miserable


All that he can give, he gives her
He offers everything he has to her


more then he really should now
He goes beyond his capacity to please her


whenever they meet he'll see her
He wants to meet her every time


and he'll tell her that he's happy
He will express his happiness to her


She feels good
She's happy with the current situation


This simple situation is easier unsaid
It's simpler for them not to discuss the complexity of their relationship


He knows just by him asking her it goes straight up to her head
He knows that if he asks her about their relationship, it will overwhelm her


If she could give the time she see that everythings fine
If she had the time to analyze their relationship, she would realize everything is okay


Its not up to me
He understands that he can't force her to be in a relationship


She wishes that he would see its nothing to be that she will for he
She wants him to understand that she cares for him, but not in a romantic way


She says she'll never need a boyfriend, she's happy with her friends
She claims that she doesn't need a romantic partner and prefers friendships


She's keeping all her secrets with her up until the end
She's not ready to reveal her true feelings towards him until the end of their relationship.




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