I'll Be Comin' Around
The Bottle Rockets Lyrics
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Thinks of leaving you behind
Or if you just want something more
When he steps out the front door
I'll be coming around
knocking your backdoor down
I'll be coming around
If he ever breaks your heart
Decides he want's to make a new start
Or if you just want to be vile
When he steps out for awhile
Chorus 2X
The Bottle Rockets's song "I'll Be Comin' Around" is about a man who is in love with a woman who is already in a relationship. However, the man believes that the woman's current relationship is not good enough, and he is willing to be there for her when she needs him. The lyrics suggest that, if the woman's current love interest ever leaves her or she decides that she wants something more, the man will come knocking on her door.
The lyrics also suggest that the woman might be experiencing some problems in her relationship, whether it's her partner leaving her or her wanting something more. The man in the song wants to be the one to comfort her, and he is willing to do whatever it takes to make her happy. The chorus of the song, which repeats the line "I'll be coming around knocking your backdoor down," suggests that the man is passionate and determined to be there for the woman.
Overall, "I'll Be Comin' Around" is a song about unrequited love and the lengths that someone will go to be with the person they love. Despite the fact that the woman in the song is already in a relationship, the man is willing to be there for her and support her through whatever difficulties she may face.
Line by Line Meaning
If he ever changes him mind
In the event that he decides to change his mind
Thinks of leaving you behind
If he even contemplates leaving you behind in the future
Or if you just want something more
Alternatively, if you wish for something more than what you currently have
When he steps out the front door
In cases where he decides to step out of the house
I'll be coming around
I will be returning to you'
knocking your backdoor down
And will be eagerly trying to get back into your life
If he ever breaks your heart
In the case that he causes you heartbreak at some point
Decides he want's to make a new start
Or makes the decision to start anew
Or if you just want to be vile
In case you wish to act unpleasantly
When he steps out for awhile
When he leaves the premises temporarily
Chorus 2X
Repeated chorus section expressing the idea that the singer will always be around to offer support and comfort.
Contributed by Violet J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Dana Denton
I cannot believe this came out 28 years ago, seems like yesterday. The chorus is pure pop perfection. Thanks for posting this! Sung like a true "Back Door Man"
Roman Fox
Nice song.
Shawna Burns
What year did this come out??
howlinhonky
1992