Cherry Lee

The song 'Cherry Lee' by Dover delves into the themes of longing, desire, and the struggle for control within a relationship. The lyrics paint a picture of an individual who has been waiting for Cherry Lee, indicating a sense of anticipation and perhaps unrequited affection. The repetition of 'I want it all!' suggests a deep yearning for something more, possibly a complete and fulfilling relationship, or a desire to possess Cherry Lee entirely.

The mention of a 'little secret' hints at an intimate connection between the narrator and Cherry Lee, which the narrator is afraid of losing. This fear is underscored by the insistence on needing a 'garanty' [sic] and the affirmation of the narrator's dignity. It's a tug-of-war between vulnerability and self-respect, where the narrator is caught between the desire to hold on to Cherry Lee and the need to maintain their own dignity.

As the song progresses, the roles seem to reverse with Cherry Lee now waiting for the narrator. This shift introduces a power dynamic, where Cherry Lee's earlier indifference has transformed into eagerness, possibly obsession, as indicated by the line 'You act like you were thirteen.' The final verse, 'And now that no one remembers your name / You'll be mine forever, you'll be mine again,' suggests a finality to the chase, where Cherry Lee, once sought after, is now bound to the narrator, either through love or a darker, possessive sentiment.