What If
Rx Bandits Lyrics


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What if I told you
That you're a lovely gal
And I'd adore you
If you'd just show me how- right now
What if I told you
Things that I have inside
Shoulder to cry on
Someone that I confide- right now

I can't see
The life that's left in front of me
So drop me off
I can't do
The things that I was meant to
Just drop me in

What if I told you
That you're a stupid whore
And I want nothing
Your life is such a bore to me
What if I told you
I speak with honesty
You said yourself, girl
Best things in life are free
Right now, right away

I can't see
The life that's left in front of me
So drop me off
I can't do
The things that I was meant to
Just drop me in

Never better, never worse
Never better, never worse




Never better, never worse
Never better, never worse

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Rx Bandits' "What If" can be interpreted in different ways, but overall they reveal the confusion and uncertainty faced by the singer about their feelings towards someone. The first two stanzas show the singer's desire for affection and emotional connection with the person they are addressing. They may have feelings for them but are hesitant to express them openly, hence they use the conditional "What if" to suggest what could happen if they were to share their emotions. They describe the person as "lovely" and someone they can confide in, but this desire contradicts the next stanza where they call the person a "stupid whore" and say they want nothing to do with them. This stark contrast reveals the internal conflict within the singer's mind and how they may be projecting their own insecurities onto the person they are addressing. The singer ends the second stanza with the line "Best things in life are free," which could be a reference to the idea that love and emotional connections are priceless and cannot be bought.


The last stanza of the lyrics is interesting in that it is a repetition of the phrase "Never better, never worse" four times. This could be interpreted as the singer's attempt to simplify their emotions and acknowledge that no matter what happens, everything will eventually balance out. It's also worth noting the use of the line "So drop me off/Just drop me in," which hints at the singer's desire to be left alone and their inability to face the challenges ahead. Overall, the lyrics to "What If" capture an emotional rollercoaster that many people can relate to, as they try to navigate their own feelings towards others and the challenges of life.


Line by Line Meaning

What if I told you
If I were to tell you


That you're a lovely gal
That you are delightful and charming


And I'd adore you
And I would love you deeply


If you'd just show me how- right now
If you would just demonstrate to me how to love you in this moment


Things that I have inside
My internal thoughts and emotions


Shoulder to cry on
Someone to lean on and confide in during times of emotional distress


Someone that I confide- right now
Someone I trust enough to share my innermost feelings with at this moment in time


I can't see
I am unable to perceive or envision


The life that's left in front of me
The future that lies ahead of me


So drop me off
Leave me behind


I can't do
I am incapable of


The things that I was meant to
The tasks or obligations assigned to me by fate or destiny


Just drop me in
Leave me to face those responsibilities alone


That you're a stupid whore
That you are foolish and immoral


And I want nothing
And I have no desire for you


Your life is such a bore to me
Your existence is uninteresting and unimportant to me


I speak with honesty
I am being sincere and truthful


You said yourself, girl
You yourself have acknowledged


Best things in life are free
The most valuable aspects of life do not require money or material possessions


Never better, never worse
My situation or emotional state has not improved or deteriorated


Never better, never worse
My situation or emotional state has remained stable


Never better, never worse
There has been no change in my situation or emotional state


Never better, never worse
Everything has remained the same




Lyrics © Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: Sofie Livebrant

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