— via Stereogum
BENEE said that she was inspired to write the summer-infused love song after heading out of lockdown in New Zealand to work on sessions in Los Angeles, and that the EP came from a “great creative space” despite what she called “the craziest time in all our lives”.
Beach Boy
benee Lyrics
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It makes sense, the difference, but what's distance for?
Do I make you feel something? Sometimes I wanna feel nothing
Drive me crazy on the freeway
You go too fast, I get upset, babe
And I hate it, but I just fake it
Beach boy, be my bitch, babe
Beach boy, be my beach babe, be my bitch
For a day, for a day be my bitch babe
(You're my beach boy) boy, be my beach babe (you're my beach boy)
Even if it's only for a day (you're my beach boy)
Be my beach babe (you're my beach boy)
And I hate it, god, I hate it when you
Yeah, I hate it, when you talk about me leaving, oh
Don't wanna think about me leaving, no
Drive me crazy, but it's okay
We're by the ocean, think we need a break
Maybe this ain't it, but I still want this
Beach boy, be my bitch, babe
If it's only for a day, take me out, but I won't stay
Beach boy, be my beach babe, be my bitch
For a day, for a day be my bitch babe
(You're my beach boy) boy, be my beach babe (you're my beach boy)
Even if it's only for a day (you're my beach boy)
Be my beach babe (you're my beach boy)
You're my beach boy (beach boy)
You're my beach boy (be)
You're my beach boy
You're my beach boy
You're my beach boy (beach boy)
(Be my beach babe) you're my beach boy
(Even if it's only for a day) you're my beach boy
(Be my beach babe) you're my beach boy
The lyrics of the song "Beach Boy" by BENEE touch upon the complexities of a relationship between two individuals who are fundamentally different from each other. The opening lines "You're quiet and I'm loud, it's never a bore, uh / It makes sense, the difference, but what's distance for?" highlight the contrast in personalities and the potential challenges that come with such differences. The following lines "Do I make you feel something? Sometimes I wanna feel nothing" seem to reveal a certain degree of insecurity and uncertainty on the part of the singer, who is struggling with her own feelings and the impact they may have on her partner.
As the song progresses, the singer expresses her frustration and anger with her partner's behavior, particularly when he drives too fast and upsets her. However, she admits to "faking it" and wanting to hold on to the relationship despite its imperfections. The chorus of the song, which repeats the line "Beach boy, be my bitch, babe / If it's only for a day, take me out, but I won't stay / Beach boy, be my beach babe, be my bitch / For a day, for a day be my bitch babe," can be interpreted as a plea for the partner to play along and put in some effort to make the relationship work, even if it's temporary.
Overall, the lyrics of "Beach Boy" show the complexity of human relationships, the struggles of individuals to reconcile their feelings with their partner's behaviors, and the desire to hold on to something even if it's not perfect.
Line by Line Meaning
You're quiet and I'm loud, it's never a bore, uh
Our differences complement each other and keep things interesting.
It makes sense, the difference, but what's distance for?
While differences can make things interesting, they can also create distance between people.
Do I make you feel something? Sometimes I wanna feel nothing
Occasionally I want to numb myself to avoid feeling anything at all, but I still want to know if I affect you.
Drive me crazy on the freeway
You frustrate me while driving on the freeway.
You go too fast, I get upset, babe
Your fast driving upsets me.
And I hate it, but I just fake it
I don't like it, but I pretend that I do to avoid conflict or hurt feelings.
Beach boy, be my bitch, babe
Call me by my desired nickname and be my companion.
If it's only for a day, take me out, but I won't stay
Let's spend time together, but I won't commit to staying for longer than that.
And I hate it, god, I hate it when you
I hate when you do something that bothers me.
Yeah, I hate it, when you talk about me leaving, oh
It upsets me when you bring up the possibility of me leaving.
Don't wanna think about me leaving, no
I don't want to think about the possibility of leaving.
Drive me crazy, but it's okay
You can be frustrating, but it's not a big issue.
We're by the ocean, think we need a break
We're in a peaceful environment, but we still need a break from each other.
Maybe this ain't it, but I still want this
This might not be perfect, but I still desire it.
You're my beach boy (beach boy)
You are my desired companion (beach boy).
You're my beach boy (be)
You are my desired companion (be).
Be my beach babe
Be my desired companion.
(Even if it's only for a day) you're my beach boy
Even if our time together is limited, you are still my desired companion.
(Be my beach babe) you're my beach boy
Be my desired companion, you are my beach boy.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Greg Kurstin, Stella Bennett
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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