Quarterback
Wallows Lyrics
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Thoughts are racin'
Is this over?
Why won't you call my number?
You said I'll be alright
I knew by the look in your eyes
But anytime you want, you know I'll be the one
'Cause summer's gone, I'm alone wishin'
For your call, starting to freak
I'm not sure if he's coming over
For the night, quarterback's fine
Summer's gone, I'm alone wishin'
For your call, starting to freak
I'm not sure if he's coming over
For the night, quarterback's fine
Spotlights, burned out
I'm left with my doubts
Yeah, we're done, but what for?
I don't play for a team sport
You said I'll be alright
I knew by the look in your eyes
But anytime you want, you know I'll be the one
Racing to your door even against the odds
But now summer's gone, I'm alone wishin'
For your call, starting to freak
I'm not sure if he's coming over
For the night, quarterback's fine
Summer's gone, I'm alone wishin'
For your call, starting to freak
I'm not sure if he's coming over
For the night, quarterback's fine
In "Quarterback," Wallows tells the story of being left unsure and anxious after a summer fling. The singer seems to have developed more than just a casual relationship with someone over the summer -- she or he is now unsure if the feeling is reciprocated, even after being told that everything will be alright. The metaphor of a quarterback is used to describe this, as the singer is waiting for their partner to make a move and come over. The line, "I'm not sure if he's coming over / for the night, quarterback's fine," suggests that the singer would be content with something casual rather than nothing at all.
The opening lines reveal the singer's state of mind: anxious and pacing, their thoughts racing. They feel left in the dark, wondering why their partner won't call. The chorus repeats the same lyrics twice and continues with the theme of being unsure: whether or not their partner is coming over, and if so, will it be something more than just casual sex?
The song is steeped in the emotions of a summer fling that didn't quite materialize into something more significant. The lyrics touch upon themes of uncertainty, anxiety, and the fear of rejection that anyone can relate to. The bedroom pop sound of the song further adds to the intimacy and introspection of the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm anxious, pacin'
Feeling restless and nervous, can't sit still
Thoughts are racin'
Mind is full of racing thoughts
Is this over?
Questioning if the relationship is over
Why won't you call my number?
Desperately waiting for a call or message from the partner
You said I'll be alright
Partner trying to reassure and comfort
I knew by the look in your eyes
Able to read and understand the partner's feelings
But anytime you want, you know I'll be the one
Promising to always be there for the partner
Do you feel the same or was it just for fun?
Questioning the sincerity of the partner's feelings
'Cause summer's gone, I'm alone wishin'
Summer has ended and feeling lonely without the partner
For your call, starting to freak
Desperately waiting for the partner's call and getting anxious
I'm not sure if he's coming over
Uncertainty about the partner's presence
For the night, quarterback's fine
Content with being alone like a quarterback
Spotlights, burned out
Feeling like the attention and excitement has faded
I'm left with my doubts
Feeling uncertain and doubtful
Yeah, we're done, but what for?
Relationship ended but wondering why
I don't play for a team sport
Not interested in team sports or games in relationships
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Braeden Lemasters, Cole Preston, Dylan Minnette
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Flamminblizzard
[Verse 1: Cole Preston]
I'm anxious, pacin'
Thoughts are racin'
Is this over?
Why won't you call my number?
[Pre-Chorus: Cole Preston]
You said, "I'll be alright"
I knew by the look in your eyes
But any time you want, you know I'll be the one
Do you feel the same or was it just for fun?
[Chorus: Cole Preston]
'Cause summer's gone
I'm alone wishin' for your call, startin' to freak
I'm not sure if he's comin' over for the night
Quarterback's fine
Summer's gone
I'm alone wishin' for your call, startin' to freak
I'm not sure if he's comin' over for the night
Quarterback's fine
[Verse 2: Cole Preston]
Spotlights burn down
I'm left with my doubts
Yeah, we're done, but what for?
I don't play for a team sport
[Pre-Chorus: Cole Preston]
You said, "I'll be alright"
I knew by the look in your eyes
But any time you want, you know I'll be the one
Racin' to your door, even against the odds
But now
[Chorus: Cole Preston]
(But now)
Summer's gone
I'm alone wishin' for your call, startin' to freak
I'm not sure if he's comin' over for the night
Quarterback's fine
Summer's gone
I'm alone wishin' for your call, startin' to freak
I'm not sure if he's comin' over for the night
Quarterback's fine
@tithis4648
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00:12 cole smiling to camera
00:51 braeden shaking his had
00:56 casper
01:01 dylan's hat
01:08 dylan just vibing with camera
01:36 dylan smiling cutely
01:47 cole is laughing
01:44 braeden wears two glasses
01:56 cole's caprisun
02:37 dylan having fun
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