Just the Same
Steven McClintock Lyrics

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I don't know how you handle the way I am sometimes
You're always smooth and gentle, keeping me in line
I know there are days I don't treat you well
But you never change the way that you feel

Even when I tend to act like a fool
And you can't even say my name
Even when you don't like me at all

You love me just the same

I'm sure it still upsets you, if I come home too late
I figure I'm in trouble when you look at me that way
In spite of the childish things I might do
I know I'm always loved by you

And even when I tend to act like a fool
And you can't even say my name
Even when you don't like me at all
You love me just the same

You never waver or fall to question a rock
You're for ever and ever true

And even when I tend to act like a fool
And you can't even say my name
Even when you don't like me at all
You love me just the same

Even when you don't like me at all
You love me just the same

Overall Meaning

In the song, “Just the Same” by Steven McClintock, the lyrics describe a relationship in which one person continues to love the other, despite their imperfections. The singer acknowledges that they have flaws, and there are moments in the relationship where they may not be treating their partner well. However, the partner remains calm and steady, keeping them in line and never changing how they feel about them. Even when the singer is acting foolishly, causing their partner to not even want to say their name or like them at all, their love never falters.

The lyrics also touch on the idea that the partner is like a rock, someone who is always true and unwavering. The singer knows that there are times when they may upset their partner, such as coming home too late, but they always feel loved regardless. The song showcases the beauty of an unconditional love that remains steadfast through the ups and downs of a relationship.

Overall, “Just the Same” is a heartfelt tribute to a partner who loves unconditionally and remains steady through all of life’s obstacles. The lyrics remind us that love doesn’t have to be perfect, and even when we make mistakes or act foolishly, we can still be loved just the same.

Line by Line Meaning

I don't know how you handle the way I am sometimes
I am not always easy to deal with and I don't understand how you manage to handle me, but you do.

You're always smooth and gentle, keeping me in line
You are always calm and patient, even when I am not and you help me stay on track.

I know there are days I don't treat you well
I am aware that sometimes I treat you badly.

But you never change the way that you feel
Despite my behavior, your love for me remains constant.

Even when I tend to act like a fool
Even when I am acting stupid or making bad choices,

And you can't even say my name
And it seems like you can't even talk to me,

Even when you don't like me at all
Even when you are not happy with me at all,

You love me just the same
You still love me the same way you always have.

I'm sure it still upsets you, if I come home too late
I know it bothers you when I come home late.

I figure I'm in trouble when you look at me that way
When you look at me with disappointment or frustration, I know I have done something wrong.

In spite of the childish things I might do
Even when I act immaturely or make foolish decisions,