Not with Me
The Cold and Lovely Lyrics


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Something is not right with me!
Something is not right with me!
Something is not right with me!
How was I supposed to know?

Something is not right with me!
Something is not right with me!
Something is not right with me!
Tryin' not to let it show!

I tried to call you collect
You said you would not accept
Your friends are laughin' cause
Nobody uses pay phones

Gave me quarters to select
So I'm on the jukebox again
People dancin'
Shoulda never chose "Girlfriend"

Something is not right with me!
Something is not right with me!
Something is not right with me!
How was I supposed to know?

Something is not right with me!
Something is not right with me!
Something is not right with me!
I'm trying not to let it show!

Crash into the people who're
Sleepin' late into the evening
Reach behind they can hardly find their spines

Crash into the people who're
Sleepin' late into the evening
Reach behind they can hardly find their spines

Crash into the people who're
Sleepin' late into the evening
Reach behind they can hardly find their spines

You said you too like old cars
I bought a beat up brown Dodge
It was smoking but it died in your front yard

You follow whose dating who
But, but when it comes to you
One is pulled a dozen
Different ways in the mind

Something is not right with me!
Something is not right with me!
Something is not right with me!
How was I supposed to know?

Something is not right with me!
Something is not right with me!




Something is not right with me!
I'm tryin' not to let it show!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Not With Me" by The Cold and Lovely convey a sense of confusion and disorientation. The repeated refrain of "something is not right with me" suggests that the singer is feeling out of sorts and unsure of their place in the world. The lines about calling someone collect and being unable to connect also hint at a feeling of disconnection and isolation.


The verse about the jukebox and the song "Girlfriend" can be interpreted as a metaphor for feeling like one has made the wrong choice or is stuck in a situation that is not ideal. The references to crashing into people who are sleeping late and reaching behind to find their spines could be read as a comment on the state of society or people being too complacent or lacking backbone.


The final verse touches on the theme of social pressure and the idea that one can feel pulled in many different directions. The imagery of the beat-up Dodge and the gossip about who is dating whom suggest a sense of being caught up in the trappings of everyday life and unable to break free.


Overall, the lyrics to "Not With Me" convey a sense of restlessness and uncertainty, with the repeated refrain serving as a kind of chorus of dissonance.


Line by Line Meaning

Something is not right with me!
The singer is experiencing an internal conflict or personal struggle.


How was I supposed to know?
The singer did not anticipate the current problem they are facing.


Tryin' not to let it show!
The singer is trying to hide their struggles from others.


I tried to call you collect
The singer attempted to reach out to someone for help.


You said you would not accept
The person the singer reached out to refused to help.


Your friends are laughing cause, nobody uses pay phones
The notion of using a pay phone is outdated and the singer's attempt to communicate this way is considered silly.


Gave me quarters to select, So I'm on the jukebox again
The singer was given money to listen to music because they were unable to connect with someone over the phone.


People dancin', Shoulda never chose 'Girlfriend'
Witnessing others having a good time highlights the singer's personal struggles and reminds them of a failed relationship.


Crash into the people who're Sleepin' late into the evening, Reach behind they can hardly find their spines
The late sleepers are not strong and lack fortitude.


You said you too like old cars, I bought a beat up brown Dodge, It was smoking but it died in your front yard
The singer tried to impress someone by buying an old car, but the car broke down and was abandoned in that person's yard.


You follow whose dating who, But, but when it comes to you, One is pulled a dozen, Different ways in the mind
The person the singer is addressing is constantly concerned with others' relationships, but finds it difficult to navigate their own emotions.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: JONATHAN BO RUSSELL, MATTHEW COLE AVEIRO, MATTHEW SCOTT MAUST, NATHAN ANDREW WILLETT

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A Primitive Evolution

Love the sound and vibe of this track. :)

glass30

Really a nice tune. I sincerely hope this band can earn more recognition after this video. My best wishes for Meghan Toohey, Patty Schemel and Nicole Fiorentino (and the Pumpkins too haha) - thank you and congratulations for your awesome music. Cheers from Brazil

gloomyharlow

beautiful voices, great band <3

Max Allen

That melody in the chorus. I can't even explain how beautiful and chilling it is. It's so sad and beautiful

chadbrochillington

dat fuzz bass.... dat guitar solo... genuinely a rad tune. Greatly enjoyed the video.

kate hoos

rad! love the bass fuzz tone on this, hot! and great to see Patty back behind the kit!!!!

Kimmy Erin

so dope. love this!

nikoverz

las amo!!!!!

Max Allen

I love this song so much

Andrew Kevin Newton

Love this

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