Bulletproof
The Goo Goo Dolls Lyrics
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Never live for someone else
Do you like the way you feel?
Nothin' hurts when no one's real
She wants to shake this scene
Yes, she wants to shake with me
She's not lookin' for the holes in all the lies
I wanna bulletproof your soul
Would you like to lose control?
I won't let you fall until you tell me so
What are we?
(What you wanna be)
Everything
(That you wanna be)
All I need
(Right in front of me)
I've known before
Would you come my way
Or did you burn out to the air?
Would you come my way?
Should have listened
When you called my name
Yes, she wants to tear you down
And she leaves without a sound
It's like fallin' backwards into no one's arms
You're a bullet through my soul
And I'll never let you know
I won't let you fall until you let it go
What are we?
(What you wanna be)
Everything
(That you wanna be)
All I need
(Right in front of me)
I've known before
Would you come my way
Or did you burn out to the air?
Would you come my way?
Should have listened
When you called my name
Would you come my way
Or did you burn out to the air?
Would you come my way?
Should have listened
When you called my name
Should have listened
When you called my name
Should have listened
When you called my name
Should have listened
When you called my name
The lyrics to "Bulletproof" by The Goo Goo Dolls explore the theme of self-discovery, self-love, and letting go of the past. The opening lines suggest that the singer is asking the listener if they are being true to themselves and not living for someone else's expectations. The lines "Do you like the way you feel? Nothin' hurts when no one's real" could hint at the idea that the listener might be hiding their true emotions to avoid pain or disappoint others.
The singer then talks about a girl who wants to break free from her current situation, and they offer to help her in the process. They want to "bulletproof" her soul, which could mean making her feel invincible or protecting her from emotional harm. The lines "I won't let you fall until you tell me so" could suggest that the singer is willing to be there for the girl as long as she wants their help.
The chorus repeats the question "What are we?" which could mean that the singer is unsure of their relationship with the girl or the listener. The lines "All I need, right in front of me" could suggest that they have what they need in their life but are still searching for something else. The final lines "Should have listened when you called my name" could mean that the singer missed an opportunity to connect with the girl or the listener, and they regret not paying attention in the past.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you listen to yourself?
Do you take the time to understand your own thoughts and feelings?
Never live for someone else
Don't let others dictate your actions or beliefs.
Do you like the way you feel?
Are you satisfied with your own emotional state?
Nothin' hurts when no one's real
Pain and emotions become invalidated when others are not genuine.
She wants to shake this scene
She desires change and a departure from the current situation.
Yes, she wants to shake with me
She wants a partner who shares her vision for change.
She's not lookin' for the holes in all the lies
She is not interested in exposing the deceit of others and would rather focus on moving forward.
I wanna bulletproof your soul
I want to protect your inner self from harm.
Would you like to lose control?
Are you willing to relinquish power and be vulnerable?
I won't let you fall until you tell me so
I will support and protect you until you indicate you no longer need it.
What are we?
What kind of relationship do we have?
(What you wanna be)
(What kind of relationship do you desire?)
Everything
We are everything I could want in a relationship.
(That you wanna be)
(We have the relationship that you desire.)
All I need
You are everything I need in a relationship.
(Right in front of me)
(You are already with me.)
I've known before
These feelings and desires are not new.
Would you come my way
Are you willing to join me?
Or did you burn out to the air?
Did you disappear without warning?
Should have listened
I regret not heeding your words or actions.
When you called my name
When you asked for my attention or support.
Yes, she wants to tear you down
She wants to break down your defenses and expose the real you.
And she leaves without a sound
She departs without fanfare or explanation.
It's like fallin' backwards into no one's arms
It feels like losing support and protection suddenly and unexpectedly.
You're a bullet through my soul
You have deeply affected me emotionally.
And I'll never let you know
I choose to keep my emotions and feelings hidden from you.
I won't let you fall until you let it go
I will continue to offer my support and protection until you are ready to move on.
Should have listened
I regret not heeding your words or actions.
When you called my name
When you asked for my attention or support.
Should have listened
I regret not heeding your words or actions.
When you called my name
When you asked for my attention or support.
Should have listened
I regret not heeding your words or actions.
When you called my name
When you asked for my attention or support.
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Written by: Andy Stochansky, John Rzeznik
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