"I was seeing this guy at the time who I knew wasn’t that into me. And even though I could see that, it was still so much fun to think and obsess about him. I remember that I could logically see it wasn’t going anywhere, so I thought maybe I should feel embarrassed about how much time I was spending on him. But it didn’t make me feel embarrassed, it made me feel sexy and powerful. So what if they’re not that into me? I like the idea of it and I’m going to enjoy that."
The song debuted live before being officially released as a single on May 3rd, 2019.
I Like You
Tessa Violet Lyrics
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I take a leap, then I stumble while you are unafraid
I keep repeating, repeating the way you say my name
Oh, oh
(Mm-mm-mm)
I try convincing my friends that you're not right for me
We just don't make any sense, but still you fight for me
Oh, oh
But I like the idea-dea of you
I like the idea-dea of you
Wonder how it'd be, be to love you
I like the idea-dea of you
Ooh
I know I shouldn't be guessing but you're impressing me
And I can't help reading into what you've been texting me
I keep repeating, repeating the way we shouldn't be
Oh, oh
(Ooh-ooh-ooh)
And yeah, I know I don't need it, but wouldn't it be neat?
We fall in love with a feeling, just feeling you and me
I keep repeating, repeating the way we shouldn't be
Oh, oh
But I like the idea-dea of you
I like the idea-dea of you
Wonder how it'd be, be to love you
I like the idea-dea of you
I like the idea-dea of you
I like the idea-dea of you
Wonder how it'd be, be to love you
I like the idea-dea of you
Ooh-ooh-ooh
Get everything that you want, my love, my time, my money
You think I'd learn but I love your touch is sweet like honey
There's nothing I wouldn't do to hear you call me funny
Guess I'm a sucker for you
Ooh, ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh!
I like the idea-dea of you
I like the idea-dea of you
Wonder how it'd be, be to love you
I like the idea-dea of you
I like the idea-dea of you
I like the idea-dea of you
Wonder how it'd be, be to love you
I like the idea-dea of you
Ooh-ooh-ooh
In Tessa Violet's song "I Like You", the lyrics portray the singer's conflicting feelings towards a love interest. The lyrics begin with the singer acknowledging that she is wary of trouble, while describing the love interest as a "renegade." While the singer seems cautious and hesitant, the love interest appears fearless and bold. Despite their differences, the singer cannot help but be drawn to the love interest, admiring the way they say her name and fighting for her.
However, the singer acknowledges that their relationship doesn't make sense and tries to convince her friends that the love interest is not right for her. Despite her reservations, the singer continues to be intrigued by the love interest and reads into their messages, wondering how it would be to love them. The singer admits that she doesn't need the relationship, but it would be "neat" to fall in love with just the feeling of being with the love interest.
In the chorus, the singer repeatedly expresses that she likes the idea of the love interest, wondering how it would be to love them despite their differences. The bridge reveals that the love interest has a hold over the singer, as she is willing to give them everything they want, even though she knows she should learn from past mistakes.
Overall, the lyrics of "I Like You" beautifully showcase the feeling of being conflicted in a relationship, recognizing that it may not make sense but being drawn to the other person nonetheless.
Line by Line Meaning
I've got a radar for trouble and you're a renegade
Even though I have a sense of danger, you seem to be the kind of person who breaks rules and lives freely.
I take a leap, then I stumble while you are unafraid
While I am always hesitant, you are not afraid of taking risks and embracing adventure.
I keep repeating, repeating the way you say my name
I can't stop thinking about the way you say my name and how it makes me feel.
I try convincing my friends that you're not right for me
I am aware that you might not be the best person for me, and I struggle to explain this to my friends.
We just don't make any sense, but still you fight for me
Even though we don't seem to be compatible, you still pursue me and try to make us work.
But I like the idea-dea of you
Despite all the issues and doubts, I enjoy the thought of being with you.
Wonder how it'd be, be to love you
I can't help but wonder what it would be like to love you and have you love me back.
I know I shouldn't be guessing but you're impressing me
Although I am aware that I should not jump to conclusions, I can't help but be impressed by you.
And I can't help reading into what you've been texting me
When you text me, I analyze and overthink every little thing you say.
We fall in love with a feeling, just feeling you and me
We might not make sense together, but we could still fall in love based on the way we feel around each other.
Get everything that you want, my love, my time, my money
I would be willing to give you everything, including my love, time, and money.
You think I'd learn but I love your touch is sweet like honey
Even though I should know better, I can't resist your sweet touch.
There's nothing I wouldn't do to hear you call me funny
I am willing to do anything just to make you laugh and hear you say that I'm funny.
Guess I'm a sucker for you
I have fallen for you, despite all the reasons why I shouldn't.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Tessa Violet Williams
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@YamiKyougi13
I really love how you've fully committed to this aesthetic. Not just in the texture and grain of the film, and the sfx, but in the clothing design and general presentation. Like, watching your style developing over time as been awesome.
Great work, hopefully I get to see you in concert sometime.
@chinhthehugger9284
MissingDigit_UnOfficial same. I like this new side of Tessa
@mariebaumbach7345
never thought actual yellow hair could look this extraordinarily good on anyone
@jarrodbarker5050
Why?
@lucysyd2159
She's gorgeous that's why
@jarrodbarker5050
@Lucy SYD She never thought yellow hair could look good because she's gorgeous? Huh?
@lucysyd2159
@Jarrod Barker
Haha no, I'm just saying she is gorgeous and looks good on yellow hair, yellow is also not that common for people to dye their hair to, so seeing this gorgeous woman use it and fits her is plain gorgeousness
@jarrodbarker5050
@Lucy SYD lol. Fair enough.
@teddownum7428
This video is pure audiovisual antidepressant. It never fails to improve my mood. Thanks, Tessa!
@jazzwell
Love the inclusion of the lyrics and the chords in the description, a very meekakitty thing to do! I keep coming back to this song. It really sticks with you.