What Won't Kill You Eats Gas
Reggie and the Full Effect Lyrics

The lyrics of Reggie and the Full Effect's song "What Won't Kill You Eats Gas" reflect on the complexities of love and relationships, with a focus on the fear of falling in love. The first stanza is about the fear of losing control and committing to someone or something. The lyrics suggest that the singer is hesitant to reveal their feelings and commit, because of the fear that they will lose control of themselves and their emotions. The line, "I've seen the future and it's caving in", describes the fear of an uncertain future and the feeling of being overwhelmed by the potential consequences of falling in love.

The chorus of the song, "But if you had to fall in love, I hope you never fall in love", expresses the singer's fear of getting hurt and the difficulty of opening up to someone. This fear is reinforced in the second verse, where the singer describes their desire to be with someone but their inability to commit fully. The lines, "Please remember good things come to those who wait" suggest that the singer is still hopeful that love will find them but that they don't want to rush into anything just yet.

In the final verse, the singer expresses their hesitation and the need to leave again. They seem to be struggling with the pull of love and the fear of losing control. The song ends with the line "I hope you never fall in love", reiterating the singer's fear of love and commitment.