When I Come Around by Green Day was primarily written by Billie Joe Armstrong following an argument with his girlfriend, Adrienne Nesser. The lyrics reflect Armstrongs feelings during their time apart, before they ultimately reconciled and got married. The track became one of the bands biggest hits, noted for its catchy melody and relatable lyrics.
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I heard you crying loud
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all the way across town
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You've been searching for that someone
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and it's me out on the prowl
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As you sit around feeling sorry for yourself
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Well, don't get lonely now
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And dry your whining eyes
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I'm just roaming for the moment
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Sleazin' my back yard so don't get
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so uptight you been thinking about ditching me
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No time to search the world around
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Cause you know where I'll be found
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When I come around
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I heard it all before
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So don't knock down my door
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I'm a loser and a user so I don't need no accuser
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to try and slag me down because I know you're right