ROUNDABOUT
STS-51L Lyrics

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Please tell me now
No Roundabout
Just tell me now
No Roundabout

Verse 1
I can’t stand you right now
3 years in this damn house

Our pictures all in the frame
We laughed and we played, yo
It’s just not the same no-oh-oh-oh-oh
Our miscommunication
Twisting the words that I say - so done
It’s hard to love you just the same
you don’t understand me, your just so demanding - see these tears are fallin

Pre 1
I want you to open up your heart and feel free - satisfy yo soul
I want you to be a safe place for me
I want to, to be a safe place for you

Hook
Your roundabouts
Please come out and say it
Just tell me know
You so irritatin
I wanna know
Can you love me naked
No roundabout
Just say it or exit

Pre
I want you to open up your heart and feel free - satisfy yo soul
I want you to be a safe place for me

I want to, to be a safe place for you

Hook
Your roundabouts
Please come out and say it
Just tell me know
You so irritatin
I wanna know
Can you love me naked
Don’t play me out
Just say it or exit

Pre
I want you to open up your heart and feel free - satisfy yo soul
I want you to be a safe place for me
I want to, to be a safe place for you

Hook
Your roundabouts
Please come out and say it
Just tell me know
This love feels overrated
I wanna know
Can you love me naked
Don’t play me out
No roundabouts, No roundabouts

Hook
Your roundabouts
Please come out and say it
Just tell me know
This love feels overrated
I wanna know
Can you love me naked
Don’t play me out
No roundabouts, No roundabouts

Overall Meaning

In "Roundabout" by STS-51L, the lyrics depict a troubled relationship marked by miscommunication and frustration. The singer expresses their dissatisfaction with the current state of the relationship, stating that they can't stand their partner at the moment. The couple has been living together for three years, with their pictures displayed in frames as a reminder of happier times filled with laughter and playfulness. However, the singer laments that things have changed and it's just not the same anymore.

The miscommunication between the couple is highlighted, with the singer feeling that their words are being twisted and that their partner doesn't understand them. The partner is portrayed as demanding, which leads to the singer feeling overwhelmed and tearful. They desire for their partner to open up their heart, be more receptive, and provide a safe space for them. The singer also expresses the desire to be a safe place for their partner as well.

The chorus reinforces the frustration and longing for clarity in the relationship. The term "roundabouts" is used to symbolize the evasive and unclear communication that the singer finds irritating. They plea for their partner to be direct and honest, to say what they truly feel instead of beating around the bush. The singer questions if their partner can truly love them for who they are, without complicating matters. They emphasize the importance of open communication and honesty to prevent any further misunderstandings.

Overall, "Roundabout" tackles the theme of miscommunication, frustration, and the need for open and honest dialogue in a relationship. It explores the desire to have a safe and understanding space with a partner without any evasive or complicated communication.

Line by Line Meaning

I can’t stand you right now
I'm currently unable to tolerate your presence

3 years in this damn house
We have been living together in this frustrating house for three years

Our pictures all in the frame
Memories of us captured in photographs, displayed together

We laughed and we played, yo
We shared moments of joy and fun, you know

It’s just not the same no-oh-oh-oh-oh
Things have changed and our connection is no longer the way it used to be

Our miscommunication
The way we fail to understand each other

Twisting the words that I say - so done
Distorting my words, I'm tired of it

It’s hard to love you just the same
Loving you without any change is difficult

You don’t understand me, you're just so demanding - see these tears are falling
You lack understanding and constantly demand from me, causing my tears to flow

I want you to open up your heart and feel free - satisfy your soul
I desire for you to let go of inhibitions and experience true freedom, finding fulfillment in your soul

I want you to be a safe place for me
I long for you to provide a secure and comforting environment for me

Your roundabouts
Your evasive and indirect way of communicating

Please come out and say it
I urge you to be straightforward and express yourself clearly

Just tell me now
Simply communicate with me in this moment

You're so irritating
Your actions and behavior are causing frustration

I wanna know
I desire to understand

Can you love me naked
Is it possible for you to accept and love me for who I truly am

Don’t play me out
Don't manipulate or deceive me

Just say it or exit
Either communicate honestly or leave the situation completely

This love feels overrated
The intensity of this love seems exaggerated

Y u complicate it
Why do you make it more complex than necessary

No roundabouts
No evasiveness or indirectness

Just say it or exit
Either communicate honestly or leave the situation completely

I want you to come to me with anything, say what’s on your mind
I want you to trust me and share everything, express your thoughts openly

Don’t play me out
Don't manipulate or deceive me

This love feels overrated
The intensity of this love seems exaggerated

Can you love me naked
Is it possible for you to accept and love me for who I truly am

Don’t play me out
Don't manipulate or deceive me

No roundabouts, No roundabouts
No evasiveness or indirectness

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave
Written by: AARON CHARLES WALKER, IVAN FERNANDEZ IGLESIAS, PORSCHE NICOLE CARMON, VINCENT SUITE

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