Carly Rae Jepsen – Call Me Maybe
Inspiration Behind Call Me Maybe:
Carly Rae Jepsen and Tavish Crowe had an idea inspired by a folksong. In this scenario, a girl immediately falls for a person that she just met. Unsure of exactly what to say, she hands him her phone number saying, “Call Me Maybe.” The lyrics use a young woman as a narrator. Experiencing love at first sight, she pulls an unladylike move, being forward enough to give this young man her phone number. The lyrics tug at the emotions going on inside this woman.
Biblical Application:
She sets about her work vigorously, her arms are strong for her tasks.18 She sees that her trading is profitable, and her lamp does not go out at night.19 In her hand she holds the distaff and grasps the spindle with her fingers.20 She opens her arms to the poor and extends her hands to the needy, Proverbs 31:17-20.
Exegesis of Call Me Maybe:
I threw a wish in the well
Don’t ask me, I’ll never tell
I looked to you as it fell
And now you’re in my way
This young girl was asking, hoping and wishing for a special boy to come into her life. After making this wish, this young man suddenly entered her life.
I’d trade my soul for a wish
Pennies and dimes for a kiss
I wasn’t looking for this
But now you’re in my way
Poetry mixes with desire to find this girl experiencing love at first sight.
Your stare was holdin’
Ripped jeans, skin was showin’
Hot night, wind was blowin’
Where you think you’re going, baby?
He got her attention quickly.
Hey, I just met you
And this is crazy
But here’s my number
So call me, maybe?
As he is about to leave, something overwhelms her. She rushes out, hands him her phone number and what comes out of her mouth isn’t exactly what she planned, but she made her move.
It’s hard to look right
At you baby
But here’s my number
So call me, maybe?
In other words, I really like you, give me a call.
Hey, I just met you
And this is crazy
But here’s my number
So call me, maybe?
this repetitive chorus illustrates her sense of emotion and urgency.
And all the other boys
Try to chase me
But here’s my number
So call me, maybe?
There are others who like me, but my main interest is in you.
You took your time with the call
I took no time with the fall
You gave me nothing at all
But still, you’re in my way
He didn’t call right away, but she is still falling head over heels for him. I need to know if you feel the same way.
I beg, and borrow and steal
At first sight and it’s real
I didn’t know I would feel it
But it’s in my way
He is the only one on her mind.
Your stare was holdin’
Ripped jeans, skin was showin’
Hot night, wind was blowin’
Where you think you’re going, baby?
You can’t leave me without saying goodbye.
Hey, I just met you
And this is crazy
But here’s my number
So call me, maybe?
I’m usually not this forward.
It’s hard to look right
At you baby
But here’s my number
So call me, maybe?
I can’t let you go without knowing if I ever had a chance with you.
Hey, I just met you
And this is crazy
But here’s my number
So call me, maybe?
So here’s my mind, call me if you’re interested.
And all the other boys
Try to chase me
But here’s my number
So call me, maybe?
I’m waiting on you to act.
Before you came into my life
I missed you so bad
I missed you so bad
I missed you so, so bad
Where you have been all my life. You’re the one I was wishing for.
Before you came into my life
I missed you so bad
And you should know that
I missed you so, so bad
At this point, this guy is probably wondering if pursuing this is a good idea.
It’s hard to look right
At you baby
But here’s my number
So call me, maybe?
She is persistent.
Hey, I just met you
And this is crazy
But here’s my number
So call me, maybe?
Really, I’m usually not this forward.
And all the other boys
Try to chase me
But here’s my number
So call me, maybe?
I’m waiting on you.
Before you came into my life
I missed you so bad
I missed you so bad
I missed you so, so bad
She has fallen for him.
Before you came into my life
I missed you so bad
And you should know that
So call me, maybe?
She is smitten by love.
Final Thoughts:
I first heard this song while I was taking my daughter on a college visit. I controlled the radio on the way there and I let her control the music on our return trip back to Delaware. Some of my most fond memories with Lydia were during car rides, talking about life and the future. When Call Me Maybe came on the radio, she blasted it as we sung along together. Although I probably missed several of the lyrics, this is a fun song to play loud and sing together.
by Jay Mankus
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