I’m attempting to compile a list of songs with lyrics that pay back-handed compliments to a love interest. To qualify for the list, the song must have a lyric that’s seemingly intended as a compliment, but would likely be received as an insult if said in real life.
Examples:
“A full commitment’s what I’m thinking of, you wouldn’t get this from any other guy.”
-Rick Astley “Never Gonna Give You Up” — basically, Rick is saying to a girl, “If wnat you. Nobody .”
“She may not be the best lookin’ woman I ever did see, nor have the charms of the ladies of high society, but the woman’s got soul”
-Curtis Mayfield and The Impressions “Woman’s Got Soul”. Just because it’s true, doesn’t mean someone wants to be told that they’re neither good looking nor charming.
You get the idea.
Can you think of any others?
If I get enough, I’ll make a mix CD. If I make a mix CD, I’ll make a copy for anyone who offers a suggestion. You wouldn’t get that from any other guy.