Jo‐Anna Says
Son Of A Plumber Lyrics

Monday
The start of the week when Jo-Anna spends time indulging in her magazine, feeling a sense of laziness and mediocrity in the day.

Jo-Anna spends an hour with her magazine
Jo-Anna devotes her time to reading her magazine, focusing on her personal interests and desires.

The day is kinda grey and so lazy
The atmosphere of the day is dull and lacking energy, matching Jo-Anna's passive state of mind.

She goes ah-ah-ah-ah-ah...
She expresses her boredom and monotony through repetitive sounds.

And hey boy
Addressing a male figure, introducing a different perspective or interaction within the story.

Jo-Anna's in the mirror in her dressing gown
Jo-Anna is self-reflecting while wearing her comfortable clothing, perhaps contemplating her appearance or current state of being.

Talking to a friend who lives uptown
Engaging in a conversation with an acquaintance who resides in a more sophisticated area, suggesting that Jo-Anna seeks different perspectives or advice.

My love... and beyond
Expressing a deep affection or longing for Jo-Anna, extending beyond normal boundaries of love.

Oh, I wish she was
Expressing a desire for Jo-Anna to be a romantic partner.

Jo-Anna says - I'm not the only one
Jo-Anna acknowledges that she is not the sole object of desire or attention.

Jo-Anna says - I'll never be the one
Jo-Anna believes that she will never hold a special place in someone's heart or be chosen as the ultimate partner.

But when she smiles there's something in her eyes
When Jo-Anna smiles, she reveals an inner quality or charm that sets her apart from other men's experiences and perceptions.

That tells me I'm not like the other guys
Her captivating gaze signifies that she recognizes the singer as distinct from the rest of the male population.

Jo-Anna says - I have to give it time
Jo-Anna advises that patience is necessary in matters of love or decision-making.

Jo-Anna says - You just gotta make up my mind
Jo-Anna implies that the singer needs to take charge of his own thoughts and decisions, rather than relying on her to make choices.

Jo-Anna says - I have to wait in the line
Jo-Anna believes that she must wait her turn or be patient in a particular situation.

And come back tomorrow
Indicating that there will be a future opportunity or chance to revisit a situation or connection.

Sitting in a window in a cheap hotel
Depicting Jo-Anna positioned in a window of an inexpensive lodging location, suggesting a temporary or transient state.

Lighting up the room with a candle, candle, candle
Using a candle to provide illumination and create a warm ambiance in the room, potentially symbolizing Jo-Anna's desire to bring light and comfort to her surroundings.

She says that I'm a mess any given day
Jo-Anna remarks that the artist is often disorganized or chaotic in his daily life.

But laughs as she leaves for a party
Despite her comment, Jo-Anna finds humor in the artist's supposed messiness and proceeds to join a lively gathering.

Jo-Anna says - you just gotta make up my mind
Jo-Anna emphasizes that the artist needs to decide or determine his own perspective or course of action.

Jo-Anna says - I have to stand in the line
Jo-Anna acknowledges the need to wait her turn or abide by certain rules or expectations.

Oh oh oh oh
Expressing a sense of excitement or anticipation.

My love... and beyond, beyond
Reiterating the profound depth and intensity of the singer's affection for Jo-Anna, extending far beyond conventional boundaries.

I'm not the only one
The singer realizes that he is not the sole object of Jo-Anna's attention or affection.

I'll never be the one
The singer acknowledges his belief that he will never be Jo-Anna's chosen partner or significant other.

Jo-Anna says - You just gotta make up my mind
Jo-Anna emphasizes that the artist needs to make his own decisions regarding their relationship or connection.

Hey hey Jo-Anna
A familiar and playful call to Jo-Anna, expressing the artist's fondness or affection.

Jo-Anna says
Repeating Jo-Anna's advice or perspective on the situation.

I never be the one
The singer accepts that he will never be the chosen partner or romantic interest in Jo-Anna's life.

Yea yea yea yeaaaah
An exclamation of agreement or understanding.