The song "I'm Waiting" by Joey McIntyre tells the story of a person who is desperately waiting for their loved one to come back to them. The lyrics describe the frustration and anticipation the narrator feels as time goes by and their significant other does not show up. The opening lines suggest that the narrator is feeling hot and restless, symbolizing their impatience. They mention waiting for a cup of tea to cool them down, indicating their need for something to bring them relief and comfort in their waiting. They also feel trapped inside, constantly looking out the window and watching the fan spinning round and round, signifying their sense of being stuck in a repetitive cycle of anticipation. The chorus emphasizes the passage of time and the narrator's increasing impatience. They mention the specific duration of 5 days, 6 hours, and 10 minutes, highlighting the length of their wait. They express their frustration that if their loved one doesn't come soon, they will have to take matters into their own hands or risk losing patience. The lyrics also imply that the narrator feels they deserve better than to wait for someone who takes so long to return, indicating a sense of self-worth. The second verse introduces a phone call that raises the narrator's hopes but turns out to be a bill collector, adding to their disappointment and desperation. The sweat running down their face represents their anxiety and emotional distress. The lyrics mention the grown man crying like a baby, emphasizing the impact this waiting has on the narrator's emotional state. The chorus is repeated, reinforcing the narrator's frustration and desire for their loved one's return. In the bridge, the lyrics shift to a hopeful vision of the narrator and their loved one being together on a crowded street. However, they acknowledge that this may be a familiar scenario that they have imagined before, suggesting that they have been let down in the past. The final repetition of the chorus further emphasizes the narrator's plea for their loved one to come back to them, expressing that their love is so great that they would have to hate themselves if it wasn't reciprocated. Overall, "I'm Waiting" portrays the emotional turmoil and longing of someone who is anxiously awaiting the return of their loved one.
