What Can I Do
Surfliner Lyrics
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I know you but you never notice me
And after all this time has passed us by
I still get lost in that twinkle in your eye
'Cause you
You're my baby blue
My love, my dream come true
What say we just get up and leave
Drive to Hawaii and live right by the sea
I don't mind where we go, my dear
'Long as I know you'll always be near
'Cause you
You're my baby blue
My love, my dream come true
So tell me what can I do?
The lyrics to Surfliner's song "What Can I Do?" convey a deep and unrequited love. The singer is expressing their feelings of admiration and longing for someone who seems oblivious to their presence. Despite the passage of time, the singer still finds themselves captivated by the sparkle in this person's eyes. The chorus emphasizes the depth of the singer's feelings, referring to this person as their "baby blue" and their "love" and "dream come true." The repetition of the question, "So tell me what can I do?" reflects the singer's desperation in wanting to make their feelings known and forge a connection with the subject of their affection.
In the second verse, the singer suggests leaving everything behind and escaping to a place like Hawaii, living by the sea. It showcases their willingness to go anywhere as long as they have the person they love by their side. The singer's primary desire is to be near this person, as they find solace and happiness in their presence. The yearning and hopefulness in the lyrics emanate from the singer's deep longing to be noticed and reciprocated.
Overall, "What Can I Do?" is a heartfelt plea of unrequited love, expressing the singer's devotion and desire for the attention and affection of someone who may have yet to notice their presence.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know what you think I see
I am unsure about how you perceive me
I know you but you never notice me
I am familiar with you, but you never pay attention to me
And after all this time has passed us by
Despite the passage of time
I still get lost in that twinkle in your eye
I am still captivated by the sparkle in your eyes
'Cause you
You're my baby blue
My love, my dream come true
So tell me what can I do?
Because you are my significant other, the one I love and fulfill my dreams, I wonder what actions I can take to make you happy
What say we just get up and leave
How about we simply leave everything behind
Drive to Hawaii and live right by the sea
We can embark on a journey to Hawaii and settle down next to the ocean
I don't mind where we go, my dear
I am not concerned about our destination, my beloved
'Long as I know you'll always be near
As long as I have the assurance of your constant presence
'Cause you
You're my baby blue
My love, my dream come true
So tell me what can I do?
Because you are my significant other, the one I love and fulfill my dreams, I wonder what actions I can take to make you happy
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Sam Worley, Tyler Wyatt
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