LUNCH Lyrics - Billie Eilish

Lunch by Billie Eilish is a bold and controversial song that uses a cannibalistic metaphor to express intense attraction and desire.Here's a breakdown of the song's structure.

[Intro]
Oh, mm-mm

 Explanation of Intro: 
A simple melody sets the stage for the suggestive lyrics to come.

[Chorus]
I could eat that girl for lunch
Yeah, she dances on my tongue
Tastes like she might be the one
And I could never get enough
I could buy her so much stuff
It's a craving, not a crush, huh
"Call me when you're there"
Said, "I bought you somethin' rare
And I left it under 'Claire'"
So now, she's comin' up the stairs
So I'm pullin' up a chair
And I'm puttin' up my hair

Explanation of Chorus: 
The central theme is unveiled. The singer expresses an overwhelming desire for a girl, comparing it to an insatiable hunger. They shower her with compliments and promise to fulfill her every need. However, the line "It's a craving, not a crush, huh" suggests a more obsessive and potentially manipulative undercurrent to these feelings.

[Verse 1]
Baby, I think you were made for me
Somebody write down the recipe
Been tryin' hard not to overeat
You're just so sweet
I'll run a shower for you like you want
Clothеs on the counter for you, try 'em on
If I'm allowеd, I'll help you take 'em off
Huh
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Explanation of Verse 1:
 The singer fixates on the girl, wanting to control every aspect of their interaction. They offer her a shower, new clothes, and even assistance with getting undressed. This focus on physicality and control adds to the song's unsettling tone.

[Chorus]
I could eat that girl for lunch
Yeah, she dances on my tongue
Tastes like she might be the one
And I could never get enough
I could buy her so much stuff
It's a craving, not a crush, huh

Explanation of Chorus: 
The central theme is unveiled. The singer expresses an overwhelming desire for a girl, comparing it to an insatiable hunger. They shower her with compliments and promise to fulfill her every need. However, the line "It's a craving, not a crush, huh" suggests a more obsessive and potentially manipulative undercurrent to these feelings.

[Post-Chorus]
Oh, I just wanna get her off, oh
Oh
Oh, oh
Oh

Explanation of  Post-Chorus: 
A repetitive section with suggestive moans emphasizes the singer's raw physical desire.

[Verse 2]
She's takin' pictures in the mirror
Oh my God, her skin's so clear
Tell her, "Bring that over here"
You need a seat? I'll volunteer
Now she's smilin' ear to ear
She's the headlights, I'm the deer

Explanation of  Verse 2:
 The focus shifts to the girl's physical beauty. The singer admires her clear skin and wants her closer. The metaphor of the headlights and the deer suggests a dangerous attraction, where the singer is drawn in despite potential harm.

{Bridge}
I've said it all before, but I'll say it again
I'm interested in more than just bein' your friend
I don't wanna break it, just want it to bend
Do you know how to bend?

Explanation of  Bridge:
 The singer expresses a deeper interest but avoids vulnerability. They want more than friendship but don't want to break the existing dynamic. The question "Do you know how to bend?" implies a desire to manipulate the relationship to fit their needs.

[Chorus]
I could eat that girl for lunch
She dances on my tongue
I know it's just a hunch
But she might be the one

Explanation of  Post-Chorus: 
A repetitive section with suggestive moans emphasizes the singer's raw physical desire.

[Outro]
I could
Eat that girl for lunch
Yeah, she
Tastes like she might be the one
I could
I could
Eat that girl for lunch
Yeah, she
Yeah, she
Tastes like she might be the one

Explanation of Outro:
 The chorus repeats, emphasizing the all-consuming nature of the singer's desire. They can't shake the feeling that this girl might be special, but the dark undertones linger.
OVERALL
Lunch is a complex and disturbing song that explores the darker side of attraction. It blurs the lines between desire and obsession, leaving the listener to question the singer's true intentions.