If She Wants Me
If She Wants Me

Belle and Sebastian - If She Wants Me Lyrics

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If She Wants Me Lyrics

I wrote a letter on a nothing day
I asked somebody "Could you send my letter away?"
"You are too young to put all of your hopes in just one envelope"

I said goodbye to someone that I love
It's not just me, I tell you it's the both of us
And it was hard
Like coming off the pills that you take to stay happy

Someone above has seen me do alright
Someone above is looking with a tender eye
Upon her face, you may think you're alone but you may think again

If I could do just one near perfect thing I'd be happy
They'd write it on my grave, or when they scattered my ashes
On second thoughts I'd rather hang about and be there with my best friend
If she wants me

And far away somebody read the letter
He condescends to read the words I wrote about him
And if he smiles, it's no more than a genius deserves
For all his curious nerve and his passion

I'm going deaf, you're growing melancholy
Things fall apart, I don't know why we bother at all
But life is good and "It's always worth living at least for a while"

If I could do just one near perfect thing I'd be happy
They'd write it on my grave, or when they scattered my ashes
On second thoughts I'd rather hang about and be there with my best friend
If she wants me

If you think to yourself "What should I do now?"
Then take the baton, girl, you better run with it
There is no point in standing in the past cause it's over and done with

I took a book and went into the forest
I climbed the hill, I wanted to look down on you
But all I saw was twenty miles of wilderness so I went home

Writer(s): BOB KILDEA, CHRISTOPHER GEDDES, MICHAEL COOKE, RICHARD COLBURN, SARAH MARTIN, STEPHEN JACKSON, STUART MURDOCH
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Hipgnosis Songs Group
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who produced Belle & Sebastian's album 'Dear Catastrophe Waitress'?

    The album 'Dear Catastrophe Waitress' was produced by Trevor Horn. Known for his polished pop sound, Horn brought a new level of production to Belle & Sebastian, setting it apart from their previous lo-fi, folky albums.

  2. What themes are explored in the lyrics of 'If She Wants Me'?

    'If She Wants Me' explores themes of introspection, the passage of time, melancholy, and the simple joys of life. It conveys a longing for near perfection and acceptance of life's imperfections while emphasizing the importance of companionship and moving forward.

  3. Which track marked Belle & Sebastian's musical shift in 'Dear Catastrophe Waitress'?

    The track 'Stay Loose' marked a significant musical shift for Belle & Sebastian on the 'Dear Catastrophe Waitress' album. It introduced a more danceable and polished pop sound, diverging from the band's earlier lo-fi, folky roots.

  4. When was the album 'Dear Catastrophe Waitress' released?

    The album 'Dear Catastrophe Waitress' by Belle & Sebastian was released on 6 October 2003. It was produced by Trevor Horn and is noted for its polished sound, contrasting with the band's earlier works.

  5. How was 'If She Wants Me' recorded for the album?

    'If She Wants Me' and other tracks from 'Dear Catastrophe Waitress' were recorded traditionally by Belle & Sebastian. The band rehearsed extensively and recorded live sessions, rather than relying on overdubs, to maintain a cohesive and authentic sound.

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