Silver Ginger 5 was originally formed in 1999 as a solo project for Ginger,… Read Full Bio ↴Silver Ginger 5 was originally formed in 1999 as a solo project for Ginger, lead singer/songwriter of The Wildhearts.

The band was not formed until after the recording of the album Black Leather Mojo, and despite the name only ever had 4 members.

Their debut album was produced by Tim Smith of the Cardiacs, who Ginger counted as one of his biggest influences. It was claimed by Ginger himself in an interview with Kerrang! magazine, that the audition for Wildhearts bassist Danny McCormack consisted of taking LSD and attending a Cardiacs concert.

The link with the Cardiacs continued with the group's guitarist Random Jon Poole playing bass on Black Leather Mojo.

Anyway But Maybe
Silver Ginger 5 Lyrics

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Maybe I'm the kind of a guy who won't leave you alone
Hey baby, can't you find it in your heart to forgive me
Oh maybe, I'm not the kind of a guy to break your happy home
Hey sugar, it's a game and they're playing it above you
Don't be mad when I tell you I love you

All that I want is you face in my face
Lick your tongue, kiss your teeth

I want you anyway but maybe
All that I want is your kiss on my kiss
You're the tip of my list
I want you anyway but maybe, anyway but maybe

Baby, if there's a time and a place, then why not here and now?
C'mon tell me it's the right kind of signs that I'm sending
Oh maybe if I'm coming on too strong can I see you around?
Hey darling, can't you see that I'm needing a pardon
You could always stop me starting

All that I want is you face in my face
Lick your tongue, kiss your teeth
I want you anyway but maybe
All that I want is your kiss on my kiss
You're the tip of my list
I want you anyway but maybe, anyway but maybe

Baby, if I'm the kind of guy you'd like to get alone
C'mon tell me, I'm a friend if you wanna get friendly
I'm at home in the place that you send me
And I'm staying, yeah I'm staying 'til I hear you saying

All that I want is you face in my face
Lick your tongue, kiss your teeth
I want you anyway but maybe
All that I want is your kiss on my kiss

You're the tip of my list
I want you anyway but maybe, anyway but maybe

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Silver Ginger 5's song Anyway But Maybe seem to be about a man who is persistent in his pursuit of a woman. He recognizes that he may not be the type of guy she wants, but he can't help how he feels. He asks for forgiveness for his persistence and promises to be a friend if she wants him to be. He hopes that she will reciprocate his feelings and desires her face in his and her kiss on his lips. The lyrics suggest that he will stay and wait until she agrees to be with him.

The repeated phrase "anyway but maybe" adds a layer of ambiguity to the song. It suggests that the singer knows that his advances may not be welcome but is still hoping for a positive outcome. He doesn't want to hear a definite "no," so he leaves the possibility open. The lyrics also imply that the woman is aware of his feelings and is not entirely against them, but she may need more time or convincing.

The song's upbeat tempo and catchy melody contrast with the lyrics' underlying desperation and uncertainty. The chorus's lyrics repeat a desire for the woman, with the singer listing off body parts and actions he wants to perform with her. The song's lyrics seem to celebrate persistence in the face of rejection, which could be interpreted positively or negatively, depending on the listener.

Line by Line Meaning

Maybe I'm the kind of a guy who won't leave you alone
I might be someone who will stick by you no matter what, even if you try to push me away.

Hey baby, can't you find it in your heart to forgive me
Please don't hold any grudges against me, give me a chance to make things right.

Oh maybe, I'm not the kind of a guy to break your happy home
I'm not interested in ruining your life or relationships, I just want a chance to be with you.

Hey sugar, it's a game and they're playing it above you
This situation is complicated and beyond your control, please don't take it personally.

Don't be mad when I tell you I love you
Please don't get upset or angry with me when I reveal my true feelings for you.

All that I want is you face in my face
I crave your presence and love being close to you.

Lick your tongue, kiss your teeth
I find your quirks and unique traits attractive and endearing.

I want you anyway but maybe
Despite the uncertainty and potential obstacles, I still desire to be with you.

You're the tip of my list
You're my top priority and the most important person to me.

Baby, if there's a time and a place, then why not here and now?
Why wait for the perfect moment, when we have a chance to be together right now?

C'mon tell me it's the right kind of signs that I'm sending
Let me know if I'm giving you the right signals and if you're interested in me too.

Oh maybe if I'm coming on too strong can I see you around?
If I am overwhelming you or making you uncomfortable, just let me know and I'll back off.

Hey darling, can't you see that I'm needing a pardon
I'm asking for your forgiveness and understanding, as I try to navigate my feelings for you.

You could always stop me starting
You have the power to put an end to any advances or stop anything from happening between us.

Baby, if I'm the kind of guy you'd like to get alone
If I'm the type of person you're interested in getting to know better or spending time with,

C'mon tell me, I'm a friend if you wanna get friendly
Let me know if you want to take things to the next level, I'm willing to be more than just friends.

I'm at home in the place that you send me
I feel comfortable and at ease wherever you may take me or whatever situation we may find ourselves in.

And I'm staying, yeah I'm staying 'til I hear you saying
I'm committed to this and won't give up until I know where you stand and how you feel about me.

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