I Don't Mind
Surfliner Lyrics
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The closer I get the more I try to pull away
Stuck on the outside of the windowpane
Can't seem to get through to all the thoughts in my brain
Hey girl
Just tell me what's been on your mind
He's not treating you right, and deep down you know it
Just keep on telling me about
How he's really gonna change
But he's done it before and he'll do it again
So why let him ruin your day
Why can't you see what you're doing to me
I can't hang around
Let me know what you think is going on
Why he's always gone for so long
And I don't mind the rain as long as I know she'll be at the end of my day
And I know that she won't ever come back to me
Not even in my dreams
You must think that I'm oh so lonely
Dreading what comes next as you hold me
Please hold back your concern
I've had it it's time I learn
And I don't mind the rain as long as I know she'll be at the end of my day
And I know that she won't ever come back to me
Not even in my dreams
The lyrics of Surfliner's song "I Don't Mind" depict a complex emotional dynamic between two individuals. The singer is longing for love and attention, expressing a willingness to do whatever it takes to receive affection. However, as they get closer to the other person, they find themselves wanting to pull away, possibly due to fear of rejection or past experiences of being hurt. They feel trapped on the outside, unable to reach the other person who seems distant and unavailable emotionally.
The singer addresses the person they desire, urging them to open up about their true feelings. They can see that the person is not being treated well in their current relationship, but they continue to reassure others that they are fine. The singer implores them to stop making excuses for their partner, as they have seen this pattern before and believe it will repeat itself. They question why the person allows their partner's behavior to ruin their day and remain oblivious to the impact it has on the singer.
In the chorus, the singer expresses that they don't mind enduring hardships like rain as long as they know the person they desire will be waiting for them at the end of the day. They acknowledge that a future together seems unlikely, not even in their dreams, but the hope of love keeps them going.
Line by Line Meaning
I need some loving just tell me what I've got to say
I crave emotional connection, so please guide me on what to express
The closer I get the more I try to pull away
When I start getting close, I instinctively push myself back
Stuck on the outside of the windowpane
Feeling isolated and unable to reach my desired destination
Can't seem to get through to all the thoughts in my brain
Struggling to effectively communicate and express my thoughts
Hey girl
Addressing a female individual in a casual and friendly manner
Just tell me what's been on your mind
Open up and share your thoughts and feelings with me
He's not treating you right, and deep down you know it
You are aware that he mistreats you, despite any denial
But say you're fine
Pretend to be okay, even if you're not
Just keep on telling me about
Continue sharing with me
How he's really gonna change
Emphasize his promises of improvement
But he's done it before and he'll do it again
Remind you that he has a history of repeating his actions
So why let him ruin your day
Question the decision to allow him to negatively impact your happiness
Why can't you see what you're doing to me
Express frustration that you're oblivious to the effect you have on me
I can't hang around
I cannot continue to wait and be present
Let me know what you think is going on
Inform me of your perspective and understanding of the situation
Why he's always gone for so long
Question the reasoning behind his prolonged absences
And I don't mind the rain as long as I know she'll be at the end of my day
I tolerate challenges and hardships if it leads to her presence in my life
And I know that she won't ever come back to me
I am aware that she will never return to be with me
Not even in my dreams
She is absent from even my subconscious imaginings
Lyrics © DistroKid, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHRISTY GERHART, DANIEL OVERBERGER, DEVIN KRAMER, TODD WYATT
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