Suburban Legends are an American third wave ska band[1] that formed in Hunt… Read Full Bio ↴Suburban Legends are an American third wave ska band[1] that formed in Huntington Beach, California, in 1998 and later based themselves in Santa Ana, California. The band started out as a third wave ska band, but later moved to a pop and disco sound after a number of lineup changes in 2005. Since 2009 the band has returned to its ska roots, also incorporating Disney covers in their repertoire. Currently trombonist Brian Robertson is the only member that has been in the band since its inception. Vince Walker is also a founding member, but left the band in 2004, only to return in 2005, and guitarist Brian Klemm has been with the band since 1999.Current line up
Vincent Walker - Lead vocals, trumpet, guitar, acoustic guitar, keyboard (2005–present), trumpet, backing vocals (1998–2004)
Chris Lucca - trumpet (2013–present, 2009-2013 touring)
Brian "Robot" Robertson - trombone, backing vocals (1998–present)
Brian Klemm - lead guitar, vocals (1999–present)
Brad Polidori - bass, backing vocals (2010–present)
Edward Larsen - drums (2013–present)
Touring members

You
Suburban Legends Lyrics

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"Four score and seven minutes ago, all founding fathers found the truth of what girls like, and what girls don't like. Number one: girls don't like you; they never will like you; no matter how hard you try, they can't stop you now"
"WHAT?"

I see you everywhere but why aren't you with me?
I got so much to offer: fun, sensitivity
But you are too cool to talk to me
All your friends jibber-jabbering junk that you are way out of my league
So come on tonight

Be by my side
All right

'Cause, I like you, look into my eyes
I like you, I guarantee you I'm not like other guys
I like you, come on and give me a try
I like you, there must be something I can do to change your mind

Every story starts like this one, end it here with me
I can't believe what you're saying; you say it will never be
And now I'm frowning all the time
Just because your stupid friends have ruined everything and now you'll never be mine
So come on tonight
Be by my side
All right

'Cause, I like you, (I like you) look me in the eyes
I like you (I like you) I guarantee you I'm not like other guys
I like you (I like you) come on and give me a try
I like you (I like you) there must be something I can do to change your mind

The trees are changing colour, I'm still around
Your love will never falter, can't tie me down
You're like a Goddess to me

'Cause, I like you, (I like you) look me in the eyes
I like you (I like you) I guarantee you I'm not like other guys
I like you (I like you) come on and give me a try
I like you (I like you) there must be something I can do to change your mind

'Cause you, I like you, yeah
And I like you too

I like you
I love you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Suburban Legends' song "You" embody the classic tale of a person who is hopelessly infatuated with someone who doesn't reciprocate their feelings. The song opens with a tongue-in-cheek reference to Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address, as the singer proclaims that "all founding fathers" have discovered the universal truth that girls simply do not like the listener. Despite this, the singer insists on pursuing the listener and trying to win their affection.

In the chorus, the singer pleads with the listener to give them a chance and insists that they are not like other guys. They promise to be sensitive and fun and guarantee that they will treat the listener right. The second verse is a lament about the listener's friends, who have supposedly convinced them that the singer is not worth their time. The song ends on a somewhat hopeful note, with the singer proclaiming their love for the listener.

Overall, "You" is a fun and catchy song that will resonate with anyone who has ever pined for someone who doesn't feel the same way. The lyrics are humorous and playful, but they touch on a universal theme of unrequited love that many people can relate to.

Line by Line Meaning

Four score and seven minutes ago, all founding fathers found the truth of what girls like, and what girls don't like. Number one: girls don't like you; they never will like you; no matter how hard you try, they can't stop you now
Girls don't like you and they never will, no matter how hard you try. This is a universal truth that the founding fathers discovered a long time ago.

I see you everywhere but why aren't you with me?
I notice you all the time, but you never seem to be with me.

I got so much to offer: fun, sensitivity
I have a lot to offer, including a fun and sensitive personality.

But you are too cool to talk to me
You seem too cool to talk to me, and it's making me feel intimidated and insecure.

All your friends jibber-jabbering junk that you are way out of my league
Your friends keep talking about how you are out of my league, which makes me feel even more insecure.

So come on tonight, Be by my side, All right
I want you to come with me tonight; please agree to it.

'Cause, I like you, look into my eyes
I want you to know that I like you, and I'm being sincere.

I like you, I guarantee you I'm not like other guys
I'm not like other guys who just want to date you for superficial reasons. I really like you for who you are.

I like you, come on and give me a try
Please give me a chance to show you that I like you for who you are, and not just for your looks or popularity.

I like you, there must be something I can do to change your mind
I'm asking you to reconsider and give me a chance. There might be something I can do to change your mind about me.

Every story starts like this one, end it here with me
This is a typical love story, and I want it to end with me as your partner.

I can't believe what you're saying; you say it will never be
I can't believe that you're rejecting me and saying that we will never be a couple.

And now I'm frowning all the time
Your rejection has made me sad and unhappy.

Just because your stupid friends have ruined everything and now you'll never be mine
Your friends, who think that you're too good for me, have ruined our chances of being a couple.

The trees are changing colour, I'm still around
Time is passing, but I'm still here and still interested in you.

Your love will never falter, can't tie me down
My love for you will never fade, and I won't give up on you.

You're like a Goddess to me
I admire and respect you so much that you seem like a goddess to me.

'Cause you, I like you, yeah
I want you to know that I really like you.

And I like you too
I hope that you will feel the same way about me.

I like you, I love you
I like you a lot, and I hope that we can eventually fall in love.

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: WALTER JAMES TURBITT, MIKE RUTHERFORD, B.A. ROBERTSON

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