Magazines
The Hold Steady Lyrics

She's always funny in the morning
At the start of the day, she has a good sense of humor and can make you laugh

She isn't always funny in the night
As the night progresses, she might become less amusing and more serious or irritable

Once she gets a couple of drinks in
After having a few beverages, her behavior and mood might change

She's probably gonna tell you
It's likely that she will express her opinions or criticisms to you

You ain't doing anything right
She might point out your flaws and mistakes, making you feel inadequate

And then you'll roll your eyes
You will react by expressing disbelief or annoyance

And then you'll probably fight
This might lead to an argument or conflict

She made the drinks in adoration
She prepared the beverages with love or devotion

She gets pretty wasted at the celebrations
During festive occasions, she tends to drink a lot and become intoxicated

Benefits and the building dedications
Perhaps referring to corporate events or fundraisers where alcohol is served

It's always sunny in the morning
Mornings have a positive or hopeful energy and outlook

Sucks around the ending of the night
As the night draws to a close, things may start to go wrong or feel disappointing

When she storms out of the restaurant
After a disagreement or upset, she abruptly leaves the dining establishment

I think you're supposed to chase her to the lights
Traditionally, romantic partners are expected to pursue each other, even when it's hard to do so

One boy hits her like a tambourine
One of her male acquaintances might be physically or emotionally aggressive towards her

Another dissing me on her message machine
Someone else is leaving negative or insulting messages on her voicemail or answering machine, possibly criticizing their relationship

(Magazines and daddy issues
This line repeats several times throughout the song

I know you're pretty pissed
Acknowledging that she is angry or upset about something

I hope you'll still let me kiss you)
Despite the conflict or difficulties, the singer wants to maintain physical intimacy with her

One boy calls while the other texts
She is receiving communications from multiple suitors or admirers

She's got boys on board and boys on deck
She has a lot of male attention and options to choose from

Second dates and lipstick tissues
Going out on dates with someone and having to fix or reapply makeup after crying or kissing

New York is pretty heavy
The singer is referring to the city where they live, which can be intense or stressful

Girl, I hope it doesn't crush you
Expressing concern and affection for her wellbeing in a challenging environment