The Library
jenny nuo Lyrics


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I've been stopping by the café more than usual
Been changing up my whole life to match your schedule
The universe is telling me to read between the lines
Guess I'll sign up to play your games, if only I had the time

Don't mean to judge a book by it's cover
But seems like we are made for each other
Tell me babe, are we lovers or friends?
So I find myself in the library
And you're still the only book I can never read
Brace myself before this story ends

You wonder how you find it fair, we're in this strange affair
Let metaphors make up for what's not there
How hard is it to say that you like me?
Go 'head and blame it on the timing
Turn the page, don't remind me you're not there

Don't mean to judge a book by it's cover (don't mean to judge)
But seems like we are made for each other (for each other)
Tell me babe, are we lovers or friends? (are we lovers or friends?)
So I find myself in the library
And you're still the only book I can never read
Brace myself before this story ends

Before this story ends, before this story ends
Before this story ends, before this story ends
Before this story

Borrow you for a month or two or three until you're overdue
I'll gladly lose all of my quarters if it means I won't lose you
Borrow you for a month or two or three until you're overdue




I'll gladly lose all of my quarters if it means I won't lose you
Yeah (ah-ah)

Overall Meaning

Jenny Nuo's "The Library" is a heartfelt song about the confusion and uncertainty that arise when two people are unsure about whether they share a romantic or platonic connection. The lyrics are simple but relatable, with the singer admitting that she has been frequenting the café more often to fit into the other person's schedule. She acknowledges that the universe seems to be giving her signs to read between the lines, but she is torn between playing along with the games and finding the time for them.


The chorus is the most poignant part of the song, with the singer confessing that despite being in the library, surrounded by books that she can read, the other person remains the only one she cannot decipher. The conflicting emotions of wanting to be with someone but also fearing the end of the story are palpable throughout the song.


The song ends with the singer wishing to "borrow" the other person for a few months until they are overdue, indicating her desire to keep the other person close for as long as possible. The yearning and vulnerability in her voice are beautifully captured, leaving the listener with a sense of empathy and understanding.


Line by Line Meaning

I've been stopping by the café more than usual
I've been intentionally frequenting the café more often in the hopes of running into you.


Been changing up my whole life to match your schedule
I've been reorganizing my entire life to fit perfectly into your schedule.


The universe is telling me to read between the lines
I believe that the universe is trying to communicate with me some hidden message that involves you.


Guess I'll sign up to play your games, if only I had the time
I'm willing to fully immerse myself in the games you play with me, but I'm just too busy to do so.


Don't mean to judge a book by it's cover
I don't want to make assumptions based solely on your outer appearance


But seems like we are made for each other
However, it appears that we are meant to be together


Tell me babe, are we lovers or friends?
Can you please clarify the nature of our relationship - are we just friends, or is it something more?


So I find myself in the library
I find myself grappling with complex questions, involving you, and so I come to a place of quiet and contemplation to gain clarity


And you're still the only book I can never read
Despite my best efforts, I just can't seem to understand the enigma that's you.


Brace myself before this story ends
I'm preparing myself emotionally for the end of our story, whatever it may be.


You wonder how you find it fair, we're in this strange affair
You're questioning the fairness of our unconventional romantic situation.


Let metaphors make up for what's not there
I'm creating metaphors to help me understand the things that are absent from our relationship.


How hard is it to say that you like me?
Can you please just tell me that you like me, why is it so difficult?


Go 'head and blame it on the timing
Feel free to use timing as an excuse for why we can't be together.


Turn the page, don't remind me you're not there
I'm trying to move on and forget about you, please don't remind me of your absence.


Before this story ends, before this story ends
I want to make sure I do everything I can to be with you - before it's too late.


Borrow you for a month or two or three until you're overdue
I wish I could keep you for myself, even if it were just for a short period of time.


I'll gladly lose all of my quarters if it means I won't lose you
I'm willing to make sacrifices to keep you in my life, even if it means losing something else.




Lyrics © Distrokid
Written by: Jenny Wang

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Comments from YouTube:

@aesymmetric8894

Omg the singing? The videography? All chef kiss. Always love the niche asian representation you make for all of your songs

@thesallypan

I CAN FEEL THE EMOTIONS IN THIS SONG,, 🥺🥺❤️❤️ sending a virtual hug to u ✨🤗😭

@anushkamittal7552

Who is rishi chowdhary?

@nusaibahslife

Ikr, I just wanna send her the love she deserves 🥺😭

@nusaibahslife

It's all so much qnd so beautiful

@sophiegathercole7025

NOT THE BOY DUMPING YOU 5 DAYS BEFORE THIS SONG CAME OUT-

@elenaisabelconde5865

Yeah like he dosent deserve hier.

@richardwang39

An overdue book is returned. Now you can explore a new one.

@theresiathefirst2771

HOW UR NOT INCREDIBLY VIRAL AND FAMOUS?? your songs have sm emotions and I can feel them coming into my veins, Jenny I'm so proud of you and proud to be your fan🤍

@Davisj08

"And you're the book I can still never read" Just imagine Belle singing this!! I can't!!

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