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I was built an optimist
Way before it got to this
And baby you got me now
Oh baby you got me now
Why don’t you say you love me
C’mon say you love me
C’mon save me honey
I’m a thousand miles away
But you can say you love me
C’mon say you love me
C’mon say you love me
Why don’t you say you love me babe
Way before it got to this
Oh baby you had it bad on my list
And baby you got me now
Oh baby you got me now
Why don’t you say you love me
C’mon say you love me
C’mon save me honey
I’m a thousand miles away
But you can say you love me
C’mon say you love me
C’mon say you love me
Say you love me
C’mon say you love me
C’mon save me honey
I’m a thousand miles away
But you can say you love me
C’mon say you love me




C’mon say you love me
Why don’t you say you love me babe

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Friends' song "The way you love me" depict a conversation between two people who are in a long-distance relationship. The singer begins by stating that they have always been an optimist, even before the circumstances of their relationship became difficult. They then address their partner directly, asking them to say that they love them and to save them. Throughout the song, the singer repeats this request, demonstrating their vulnerability and need for reassurance.


The lyrics are simple yet powerful, effectively conveying the emotions of the singer. The repetition of the phrase "Why don’t you say you love me" emphasizes the singer's desperation for affection and connection. The use of the word "save" suggests that the singer feels lost and in need of rescue, further highlighting their vulnerability. The line "I’m a thousand miles away" adds to the sense of distance and isolation that the singer feels, making the need for reassurance even more urgent. Ultimately, the lyrics of "The way you love me" offer a raw and honest portrayal of the complexities of long-distance relationships.


Line by Line Meaning

I was built an optimist
I have always had a positive outlook on life


Way before it got to this
Even before the current situation, I had a positive attitude


And baby you got me now
You have captured my heart and attention


Why don’t you say you love me
Express your emotions verbally, let me know what you feel


C’mon say you love me
Come on, don't be shy, tell me your feelings


C’mon save me honey
Rescue me with your love and affection


I’m a thousand miles away
Physically distant, but emotionally close


But you can say you love me
Despite the distance, love can be expressed verbally


Oh baby you had it bad on my list
You are a high priority to me


Say you love me
Verbally express your affection for me


C’mon say you love me
Encouragement to express feelings of love


C’mon save me honey
Express love and affection to rescue me emotionally


Why don’t you say you love me babe
Request for verbal expression of love




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Jake Stam

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Comments from YouTube:

@4ty5

This has to be - along with the previos Ross-Phoebe fight on this subject - one of the best friends scenes there are. A true artistry of acting from David.

@axa.n3319

That previous scene is my all time fav

@Daniel-nn8mr

Previous*

@nba_fanboy_0425

Underappreciated Actor

@haydarf8126

David and Lisa together are just perfect hahahahahahah

@nottelling998

Ross: "you know he hums when he pees"
Whitney: "I do know"
Ross: "makes him miss the bowl but WHATEVERRR"
😂😂😂

@chrishuston7162

"OH, JUST SAY IT KYLE!!!!'

DUMBLEDORE SAID CALMLY

@valealmiron2892

Phoebe and ross in this one always cracks me up

@NHBoudy

1:00 😂😂
Ross is the funniest of the 6

@Kitzz05

Yup ; though chandler’s sarcastic humour highlight in beginning seasons but after season 4 Ross is the most funny character

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