​we can t be friends wait for your love Lyrics

​we can t be friends wait for your love Lyrics

[Verse 1]
I didn’t think you’d understand me
How could you ever even try?
I don’t wanna tiptoe, but I don’t wanna hide
But I don’t wanna feed this monstrous fire
Just wanna let this story die
And I’ll be alright

Explanation of Verse 1
The protagonist expresses doubt that the other person will ever truly understand them, leading to a desire to let go of their feelings and move on quietly. Despite not wanting to fuel the fire of their emotions, they acknowledge that they will be okay in the end.

[Chorus]
We can’t be friends
But I’d like to just pretend
You cling to your papers and pens
Wait until you like me again

Explanation of Chorus
They acknowledge that they can’t simply be friends with the person they desire but would like to pretend otherwise. The mention of clinging to papers and pens suggests a focus on work or distraction, while they wait for the other person to return their affections.

[Post-Chorus]
Wait for your love
My love, I’ll wait for your love

Explanation of Post-chorus
Reiterates the sentiment of waiting for the other person’s love, showing a willingness to patiently endure for the chance of reciprocation.

[Verse 2]
Me and my truth, we sit in silence
Mm
Baby girl, it’s just me and you
‘Cause I don’t wanna argue, but I don’t wanna bite
My tongue, yeah, I think I’d rather die
You got me misunderstood
But at least I look this good

Explanation of Verse 2
The protagonist reflects on their inner truth and struggles with communication, expressing a desire to avoid confrontation but also not wanting to suppress their feelings

[Bridge]
Know that you made me
I don’t like how you paint me, yet I’m still here hanging
Not what you made me
It’s somethin’ like a daydream
But I feel so seen in the night
So for now, it’s only me
And maybe that’s all I need

Explanation of Bridge
They acknowledge the impact the other person has had on them, despite not liking how they’ve been portrayed. In spite of this, they discover comfort within the night and the sense of being seen, proposing a shape of self-acceptance.

[Chorus]
We can’t be friends
But I’d like to just pretend
You cling to your papers and pens
Wait until you like me again

Explanation of Chorus
Repeats the theme of wanting more than friendship with the other person while acknowledging the impossibility of the situation

[Outro]
I’ll wait for your love
I’ll wait for your love
I’ll wait for your love
I’ll wait for your love
I’ll wait for your love

Explanation of Outro
The repetition of “I’ll wait for your love” underscores the protagonist’s commitment to waiting for the other person’s affection, no matter how long it takes.
OVERALL
Generally, the verses pass on a sense of yearning, renunciation, and confidence within the confront of solitary adore, with the hero willing to hold up uncertainly for the plausibility of shared sentiments.