The Worrying Kind
The Ark Lyrics


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Moves, I like to make them
Grooves, I like to shake them
Shake me from my troublesome mind

Cause sometimes you'll find
That I'm out of my mind
You see baby, I'm the worrying kind
Words, I like to break 'em
Words I'd like to shake 'em
Shake them from my troublesome mind

And you turn up your nose
It's a joke you suppose
But baby, I'm the worrying kind

So if you see me somewhere
With that glassy ol' stare
And the panic and fear in my eyes
Don't call for first aid or the fire brigade
Or the local police cause they won't care
I'm just a silly old boy with my head in the can
I'm just a mortal with potential of a superman
But what sense does it make
When I feel like a fake
When I'm saying to you all be good for goodness sake?

Words, I like to break 'em
Words I'd like to shake 'em
Shake them from my troublesome mind
And why? -Heaven knows, It's a joke I suppose
But baby, I'm the worryin' kind

So if you see me somewhere
With that glassy ol' stare
And the panic and fear in my eyes
Don't call for first aid or the fire brigade
Or the local police cause they won't care
I'm just silly old boy with my head in the can
I'm just a mortal with potential of a superman
But what sense does it make
When I feel like a fake
When I'm saying to you all be good for goodness sake?

Ooh! Words, I like to break 'em
Words I'd like to shake 'em
Shake them from my troublesome mind
And why? Heaven knows,
It's Gods joke I suppose
But baby, I'm the worryin' kind
And You turn up your nose
And you say it's a pose
But Baby, I'm the worryin' kind

Yeah sometimes I'm blind




I'm just out of my mind
Baby, I'm the worryin' kind

Overall Meaning

The Ark's song The Worrying Kind is a lively and upbeat tune that ultimately delves into the singer's introspective nature. The lyrics describe someone who is full of energy and enjoys making moves and shaking grooves. However, this energy is often overshadowed by their worrisome nature. This person is prone to feeling out of their mind and plagued by panic and fear. They feel like they are constantly putting on a facade, as if they are a "silly old boy" pretending to be something they are not. Despite their outgoing nature, they are the "worrying kind."


The theme of the song is that sometimes even the most energetic and outgoing people can struggle with inner turmoil. They may feel like they are hiding their true selves and that they don't fit in with others. They may worry about things that others don't even think about. By expressing these feelings through upbeat and catchy music and lyrics, The Ark gives voice to those who feel like they are the "worrying kind."


Line by Line Meaning

Moves, I like to make them
I enjoy dancing and moving to music


Grooves, I like to shake them
I enjoy the beat and rhythm of music


Shake me from my troublesome mind
Music helps me forget my worries and anxieties


Cause sometimes you'll find
There are moments when


That I'm out of my mind
I become overwhelmed by negative thoughts


You see baby, I'm the worrying kind
I tend to worry and stress about things


Words, I like to break 'em
I enjoy playing with language and bending the rules


Words I'd like to shake 'em
I wish I could forget certain words or phrases


Shake them from my troublesome mind
I want to rid my mind of negative thoughts and words


And you turn up your nose
You look down on me


It's a joke you suppose
You think I'm kidding


But baby, I'm the worrying kind
I truly stress about things


So if you see me somewhere
If you happen to spot me


With that glassy ol' stare
If I seem unfocused and distant


And the panic and fear in my eyes
If I look scared and anxious


Don't call for first aid or the fire brigade
You don't need to contact emergency services


Or the local police cause they won't care
Calling for help won't solve anything


I'm just a silly old boy with my head in the can
I am just a confused, anxious person


I'm just a mortal with potential of a superman
I am an average person but have the capability of greatness


But what sense does it make
What is the point


When I feel like a fake
When I feel like a fraud or insincere


When I'm saying to you all be good for goodness sake?
When I encourage others to be good despite my own doubts


Why? Heaven knows,
I don't know why


It's Gods joke I suppose
Perhaps it's God's plan or sense of humor


And You turn up your nose
You look down on me


And you say it's a pose
You think I'm pretending


But Baby, I'm the worryin' kind
I truly stress about things


Yeah sometimes I'm blind
At times, I am unable to see clearly


I'm just out of my mind
I am overwhelmed by negative thoughts


Baby, I'm the worryin' kind
I tend to worry and stress about things




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MAIA HIRASAWA, OLA SALO

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@nemesis159159

ten years ago, in prom, while i was trying to meet a girl, this song was playing... now she is my wife, we will have a kid tomorrow. This song always will be special for me. even lyrics fits everything i've felt that day, and today as well.

@asgertonsberg2457

I am at best comments, and now i ask myself... HOW IS THIS NOT THE BEST COMMENT?

@lisamikky1696

What did you name your kid? â˜ș

@starfall7147

How is the kid?

@GJ4_

The worrying *kid

@lucaswallo8127

aww :D

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@saxaren1133

I just have one thing to say. Underrated.

@petertomlinson6388

Dated, Cheesey and Camp. Right up my Street ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT!

@CarlosCarvalho-kg7is

@@petertomlinson6388, cheesey?

@anathe2648

In my opinion, one of the best entries from Sweden. I really enjoy it!.

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