Story Behind The Song
A story about two people who are opposite in every way - from what they like, what they dislike, what they like to do. Part of that opposition brings out the fear of not being able to get close enough to that person that it can bring sadness. Often, we are attracted to individuals who really are not right for us - but there is something that draws you together in a way that cannot be stopped. These two individuals, whom I know quite well, are very much "opposites attract." The woman in this story often worries about what life would be like without her 'contradiction' by her side.
Song Description
How people who are very opposite from each find love.
| Song Length |
4:00 |
Genre |
Pop - Alternative |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Duet Male/Female |
| Mood |
Joyful |
Subject |
General |
| Similar Artists |
Cowboy Junkies |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
I worry about being only one
A world I've never known
It's hard to predict, the loneliness I'll be left
Those windows to the future
And forces of nature
Show emptiness in my heart
Chorus
Contradictions, (trailing "such a Contradiction to me") 2x
That's what they say, that's what they about us...about us
You always confuse me
So much emotion, so complete
Why can't those feelings be shared with me?
Chorus
Never thought I'd be so taken by you.
You're expensive drinks, your stubborn streaks.
I'm a simple girl at heart - you're unable to play that part