In Bobby Goldsboro's song "She Thinks I Still Care," the narrator is expressing his frustration and confusion over someone's mistaken belief that he still has feelings for them. The song narrates various instances where the narrator unintentionally reminds the person of their past relationship, causing them to believe that he still cares about them. The narrator acknowledges that he may have made innocent inquiries about the person or mentioned their name in passing, but these actions do not signify lingering feelings. He laments how the person misinterprets these small gestures as indicators of his continued desire for them. Despite his attempts to move on and be happy, the memories of their relationship continue to haunt him and affect his emotional well-being, further fueling the person's mistaken belief. The narrator expresses his disbelief at how the person could hold onto this idea, questioning their rationality and wondering where they got such a misguided notion. He understands that the person may take comfort in thinking that he still needs them, and he allows them to hold onto this delusion, even though it is far from the truth. Overall, the song highlights the frustration and confusion caused by someone misinterpreting innocent actions as signs of lingering affection. It conveys the narrator's desire to move on while also recognizing the person's need to believe in their own version of reality.
