Such a Funny Way Sabrina Carpenter lyrics
Original Lyrics
English
[Verse 1]
Must be that you want me so much that you don't have the words
Keep me far from friends and family, baby, that's just one of your quirks
And if distance makes you fonder, I'm flattered by the distance you seek
And you know just how to thrill me
Oh honey, how you kill me
[Chorus]
You have such a funny way of sayin' "I love you"
Forgettin' me more every day, it gets me every time
When I call you, but you're not replyin'
Oh, I'm sure you're busy 'cause you're tryin'
To show me I'm the girl you long for every day
You have such a funny way
[Verse 2]
My sweater from the night we met, how sweet that you're returning it
Oh, what a lovely sentiment, you said, "Don't contact me again"
And what a strange coincidence, your grandma died, then died again
And I would send condolences if one of my phone calls would just go through
Kill me in many ways you do
My baby
[Chorus]
You have such a funny way of sayin' "I love you"
Forgettin' me more every day, it gets me every time
When I call you, but you're not replyin'
Oh, I'm sure you're busy 'cause you're tryin'
To show me I'm the girl you long for every day
You have such a funny way
[Bridge]
It's funny you're out drinkin', funny I'm at home
Funny everybody knows something that I don't
Funny how I do this every single time
So funny that I have to laugh just so I don't cry
Just so I don't cry
[Outro]
You have such a funny way of sayin' "I love you"
You have such a funny way
You have such a funny way[Verse 1]
Must be that you want me so much that you don't have the words
Keep me far from friends and family, baby, that's just one of your quirks
And if distance makes you fonder, I'm flattered by the distance you seek
And you know just how to thrill me
Oh honey, how you kill me
[Chorus]
You have such a funny way of sayin' "I love you"
Forgettin' me more every day, it gets me every time
When I call you, but you're not replyin'
Oh, I'm sure you're busy 'cause you're tryin'
To show me I'm the girl you long for every day
You have such a funny way
[Verse 2]
My sweater from the night we met, how sweet that you're returning it
Oh, what a lovely sentiment, you said, "Don't contact me again"
And what a strange coincidence, your grandma died, then died again
And I would send condolences if one of my phone calls would just go through
Kill me in many ways you do
My baby
[Chorus]
You have such a funny way of sayin' "I love you"
Forgettin' me more every day, it gets me every time
When I call you, but you're not replyin'
Oh, I'm sure you're busy 'cause you're tryin'
To show me I'm the girl you long for every day
You have such a funny way
[Bridge]
It's funny you're out drinkin', funny I'm at home
Funny everybody knows something that I don't
Funny how I do this every single time
So funny that I have to laugh just so I don't cry
Just so I don't cry
[Outro]
You have such a funny way of sayin' "I love you"
You have such a funny way
You have such a funny way
Must be that you want me so much that you don't have the words
Keep me far from friends and family, baby, that's just one of your quirks
And if distance makes you fonder, I'm flattered by the distance you seek
And you know just how to thrill me
Oh honey, how you kill me
[Chorus]
You have such a funny way of sayin' "I love you"
Forgettin' me more every day, it gets me every time
When I call you, but you're not replyin'
Oh, I'm sure you're busy 'cause you're tryin'
To show me I'm the girl you long for every day
You have such a funny way
[Verse 2]
My sweater from the night we met, how sweet that you're returning it
Oh, what a lovely sentiment, you said, "Don't contact me again"
And what a strange coincidence, your grandma died, then died again
And I would send condolences if one of my phone calls would just go through
Kill me in many ways you do
My baby
[Chorus]
You have such a funny way of sayin' "I love you"
Forgettin' me more every day, it gets me every time
When I call you, but you're not replyin'
Oh, I'm sure you're busy 'cause you're tryin'
To show me I'm the girl you long for every day
You have such a funny way
[Bridge]
It's funny you're out drinkin', funny I'm at home
Funny everybody knows something that I don't
Funny how I do this every single time
So funny that I have to laugh just so I don't cry
Just so I don't cry
[Outro]
You have such a funny way of sayin' "I love you"
You have such a funny way
You have such a funny way[Verse 1]
Must be that you want me so much that you don't have the words
Keep me far from friends and family, baby, that's just one of your quirks
And if distance makes you fonder, I'm flattered by the distance you seek
And you know just how to thrill me
Oh honey, how you kill me
[Chorus]
You have such a funny way of sayin' "I love you"
Forgettin' me more every day, it gets me every time
When I call you, but you're not replyin'
Oh, I'm sure you're busy 'cause you're tryin'
To show me I'm the girl you long for every day
You have such a funny way
[Verse 2]
My sweater from the night we met, how sweet that you're returning it
Oh, what a lovely sentiment, you said, "Don't contact me again"
And what a strange coincidence, your grandma died, then died again
And I would send condolences if one of my phone calls would just go through
Kill me in many ways you do
My baby
[Chorus]
You have such a funny way of sayin' "I love you"
Forgettin' me more every day, it gets me every time
When I call you, but you're not replyin'
Oh, I'm sure you're busy 'cause you're tryin'
To show me I'm the girl you long for every day
You have such a funny way
[Bridge]
It's funny you're out drinkin', funny I'm at home
Funny everybody knows something that I don't
Funny how I do this every single time
So funny that I have to laugh just so I don't cry
Just so I don't cry
[Outro]
You have such a funny way of sayin' "I love you"
You have such a funny way
You have such a funny way
Translation
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[Verso 1]
Debe ser que me quieres tanto que no tienes palabras
Mantenme lejos de amigos y familia, cariño, ese es solo uno de tus caprichos
Y si la distancia te hace más cariñoso, me halaga la distancia que buscas
Y sabes justo cómo emocionarme
Oh cariño, cómo me matas
[Coro]
Tienes una forma tan graciosa de decir "te amo"
Olvidándome más cada día, me afecta cada vez
Cuando te llamo, pero no respondes
Oh, estoy segura de que estás ocupado porque estás intentando
Demostrarme que soy la chica que anhelas cada día
Tienes una forma tan graciosa
[Verso 2]
Mi suéter de la noche que nos conocimos, qué dulce que lo devuelvas
Oh, qué bonito sentimiento, dijiste "No me contactes de nuevo"
Y qué extraña coincidencia, tu abuela murió, luego murió otra vez
Y enviaría mis condolencias si alguna de mis llamadas lograra pasar
Mátame de las muchas formas que lo haces
Mi amor
[Puente]
Es gracioso que estés bebiendo, gracioso que yo esté en casa
Gracioso que todos sepan algo que yo no
Gracioso cómo hago esto cada vez
Tan gracioso que tengo que reír para no llorar
Solo para no llorar
[Outro]
Tienes una forma tan graciosa de decir "te amo"
Tienes una forma tan graciosa
Tienes una forma tan graciosa
Debe ser que me quieres tanto que no tienes palabras
Mantenme lejos de amigos y familia, cariño, ese es solo uno de tus caprichos
Y si la distancia te hace más cariñoso, me halaga la distancia que buscas
Y sabes justo cómo emocionarme
Oh cariño, cómo me matas
[Coro]
Tienes una forma tan graciosa de decir "te amo"
Olvidándome más cada día, me afecta cada vez
Cuando te llamo, pero no respondes
Oh, estoy segura de que estás ocupado porque estás intentando
Demostrarme que soy la chica que anhelas cada día
Tienes una forma tan graciosa
[Verso 2]
Mi suéter de la noche que nos conocimos, qué dulce que lo devuelvas
Oh, qué bonito sentimiento, dijiste "No me contactes de nuevo"
Y qué extraña coincidencia, tu abuela murió, luego murió otra vez
Y enviaría mis condolencias si alguna de mis llamadas lograra pasar
Mátame de las muchas formas que lo haces
Mi amor
[Puente]
Es gracioso que estés bebiendo, gracioso que yo esté en casa
Gracioso que todos sepan algo que yo no
Gracioso cómo hago esto cada vez
Tan gracioso que tengo que reír para no llorar
Solo para no llorar
[Outro]
Tienes una forma tan graciosa de decir "te amo"
Tienes una forma tan graciosa
Tienes una forma tan graciosa
Meaning & Explanation
Sabrina Carpenter's 'Such a Funny Way' is a poignant exploration of a toxic relationship's emotional rollercoaster, masterfully blending irony with heartbreak. The song presents a modern take on love's complexities through its biting sarcasm and painful self-awareness. At its core, it examines the cognitive dissonance in romantic relationships where actions contradict words - the protagonist recognizes her partner's manipulative behaviors ("Keep me far from friends and family"), yet remains emotionally entangled. The repeated phrase "funny way" becomes increasingly bitter throughout the song, transforming from wry observation to painful realization. Carpenter employs brilliant lyrical devices including ironic juxtaposition ("what a lovely sentiment, you said 'Don't contact me again'"), hyperbolic metaphors ("your grandma died, then died again"), and emotional contrast between verses and chorus. The bridge particularly stands out for its raw vulnerability masked as humor - the laughter that prevents crying reveals the song's true emotional depth. This resonates with listeners experiencing similar relationship paradoxes where love and pain intertwine. Musically, the upbeat pop production contrasts with the dark lyrics, mirroring how society often masks emotional turmoil with surface-level cheerfulness. The song's cultural relevance lies in its honest portrayal of modern dating's emotional ambiguities and the difficulty of leaving toxic situations, making it both a personal confession and generational anthem.
[Note: This explanation provides key insights into the song's themes and emotions.]
[Note: This explanation provides key insights into the song's themes and emotions.]
