Lover I Don't Have to Love
Bright Eyes
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I picked you out Of a crowd and talked to you Said I liked your shoes You said: "Thanks can I follow you?" So it's up the stairs And out of view--no prying eyes I poured some wine I asked your name, you asked the time Now it's two o'clock The club is closed, we're up the block Your hands on me I'm pressing hard against your jeans Your tongue in my mouth Trying to keep the words from coming out You didn't care to know Who else may have been you before I want a lover I don't have to love I want a girl who's too sad to give a f*ck Where's the kid with the chemicals? I thought he said to meet me here but I'm not sure I got the money if you got the time You said it feels good--I said I'll give it a try Then my mind went dark We both forgot where your car was parked Let's just take the train I'll meet up with the band in the morning Bad actors with bad habits Some sad singers They just play tragic And the phone's ringing And the van's leaving Let's just keep touching Let's just keep keep singing I want a lover I don't have to love I want a boy who's so drunk he doesn't talk Where's the kid with the chemicals? I got a hunger and I can't seem to get full I need some meaning I can memorize The kind I have always seems to slip my mind But you, but you You write such pretty words But life's no story book Love's an excuse to get hurt And to hurt "Do you like to hurt?" "I do! I do!" "Then hurt me."
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Written by: Conor Oberst
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11 facts about this song
Song ProductionThis song was first released by the American band "Bright Eyes" in 2002 on their album "Lifted or The Story is in the Soil, Keep Your Ear to the Ground."
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VersionsThe song was later covered by the Dutch indie-rock band "Bettie Serveert" in their album "Attagirl" in 2005 and released as a single.
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Musical Style"Lover I Don't Have to Love" is characterized by its melancholic timbre, with bright electronic elements combined with minor key piano, and reflective lyrics.
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Song TopicsThe song explores themes of unrequited love, heartbreak, and disappointment.
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Album DetailsThe album by Bright Eyes debuted at number 161 on the Billboard 200 Album chart, showing the band's increasing popularity.
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Band Information"Bettie Serveert" is a Dutch indie-rock band formed in 1986, known for their distinctive guitar-driven sound.
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Critical ReceptionThe song was praised for its emotional delivery and introspective lyrics, demonstrating Conor Oberst's songwriting abilities.
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Live PerformancesDespite its somber themes, "Lover I Don't Have to Love" is often performed at Bright Eyes' concert for its striking, emotive quality.
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Music VideoBettie Serveert's rendition of the song also came with a music video which added an additional layer of interpretation to the song.
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LyricsThe lyrics of the song are a blend of romantic disillusionment and desire, making it a standout track on both Bright Eyes' and Bettie Serveert's respective albums.
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InfluenceSince its release, "Lover I Don't Have to Love" has been cited as an influence for a number of indie rock artists and bands.
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