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Drive My Car
Sesame Street Lyrics

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Asked a girl what she wanted to be
She said baby, can't you see
I want to be famous, a star on the screen
But you can do something in between
Baby you can drive my car
Yes I'm gonna be a star
Baby you can drive my car
And maybe I'll love you

I told a girl that my prospects were good
And she said baby, it's understood
Working for peanuts is all very fine
But I can show you a better time

Baby you can drive my car
Yes I'm gonna be a star
Baby you can drive my car
And maybe I'll love you

Beep beep'm beep beep yeah

Baby you can drive my car
Yes I'm gonna be a star
Baby you can drive my car
And maybe I'll love you

I told a girl I can start right away
And she said listen babe I got something to say
I got no car and it's breaking my heart
But I've found a driver and that's a start

Baby you can drive my car
Yes I'm gonna be a star
Baby you can drive my car
And maybe I'll love you

Beep beep'm beep beep yeah
Beep beep'm beep beep yeah

Beep beep'm beep beep yeah
Beep beep'm beep beep yeah

Overall Meaning

The song "Drive My Car" by The Beatles is a playful tune about a man trying to impress a woman who wants to be a famous actress. He tells her he can offer her something in between being a waitress and a Hollywood star. The woman is interested in his offer, but doesn't have a car, so he tells her she can drive his car. The chorus repeats throughout the song, stating that the man's love interest can drive his car and maybe he'll fall in love with her.

The lyrics of the song have been interpreted in various ways. Some people believe that the song is about sexual liberation and the power that women have over men. Others think it is a humorous take on the materialistic nature of society and the desire for fame and fortune.

The song's catchy melody and playful lyrics have made it a classic Beatles tune. "Drive My Car" is known for its upbeat tempo and energetic guitar riffs. It was released in 1965 as part of The Beatles' album "Rubber Soul" and later became a hit in the United States.

Line by Line Meaning

Asked a girl what she wanted to be
I asked a girl about her aspirations

She said baby, can't you see
She replied to me in a sarcastic manner

I want to be famous, a star on the screen
She explained her desire to become a celebrity

But you can do something in between
She suggested a possible alternative for me

Baby you can drive my car
She offered me an opportunity to help her

Yes I'm gonna be a star
She reaffirmed her dream

And maybe I'll love you
She implied her affection could be earned

I told a girl that my prospects were good
I informed another girl of my positive outlook

And she said baby, it's understood
She recognized my statement

Working for peanuts is all very fine
She commented on the meager salary I was earning

But I can show you a better time
She suggested having a good time together