Anyway
Wheatus Lyrics

I pretend I can't hang up the phone
I am purposely avoiding ending this phone conversation because I do not want to lose your attention to someone else.

Coz if I do then he gets you
If I hang up the phone, I fear that this other person will quickly discuss something with you that I cannot hear and that I will be excluded from.

And I'll be in this room alone
If I hang up the phone, the call will end and I will be left in this empty room by myself.

Staring at the carpet
Without you to share my thoughts and feelings with, I will be bored and listless, with nothing to look at but the dull, featureless carpet beneath my feet.

Wondering how they made it
I will start to ruminate on the origins of the very objects in the room, trying to distract myself from the lack of interaction and intimacy that I am feeling.

You always say I should not be afraid
You frequently express to me that I should not worry or be anxious about losing you, because you care for me regardless.

I'm better off alone and free
I tell myself that I would be happier if I were single, and not responsible for anyone's affection except my own.

Coz no one can put up with me
I have convinced myself that I am too difficult or unpleasant to be around for long, and that no one would ever truly enjoy my company.

You and me end up in catastrophe
This relationship between us is doomed to fail, and will most likely result in complete disaster or heartache for one, or both, of us.

But I have got one more thing to add
Despite my overall negativity and pessimism, I have one last thought or feeling that I want to express before we part ways.

OK so I'm a jerk
I admit that at times, I act in a rude or selfish manner, and that these actions may have hurt you or others close to me.

And I'm a weirdo
I also acknowledge that I often behave in strange, unconventional ways, and that some people may find me eccentric or unpredictable as a result.

And even if I'm lucky I'll amount to zero
I recognize that in the grand scheme of things, my life may not have any significant impact or influence on the world, regardless of how fortunate or successful I may become.

But I thought that you'd love me anyway
Despite all of my perceived flaws, I had hoped that you would still care for me and appreciate my unique qualities.

I'm so not even worth it
I often feel that I am not valuable or worthwhile as a person, and that others should not bother investing time or energy in me.

But baby no one's perfect
I know that nobody is flawless or completely faultless, and that everyone struggles with their own issues and shortcomings.

And I thought that you'd love me anyway, anyway
Despite my own doubts and insecurities, I had hoped that you would accept me for who I am, imperfections and all.

You're not the kind of girl who takes advice
I recognize that you are an independent person who prefers to make your own decisions, rather than rely on the opinions or suggestions of others.

But all that shit you're parents said's
I think that some of the beliefs or attitudes that you hold may have been influenced by the values and opinions that your parents instilled in you.

Still bouncing round inside your head
These ideas or teachings may still be affecting your thoughts and emotions, even if you are not consciously aware of them.

You two will never make it
This outsider has a negative or pessimistic view of our relationship, and predicts that it will not survive the various obstacles and challenges that may arise.

Maybe you'll never play the dance hall
I am aware of the fact that there are some goals or aspirations that you may never fully achieve, due to practical or personal limitations.

Maybe you'll never sing in harmony with me
There may be some activities or experiences that we will never be able to share or enjoy together, for a variety of reasons.

Maybe you can't rock the AC/DC
Some things that you might like, appreciate or understand are just beyond your reach or ability to grasp.

Well hell still ain't a bad place to be when your with me
Despite our limitations and flaws, we are still able to be together, and make the most of our time and experiences.