The song "By the Way" by Tyler Hubbard tells the story of a man who unexpectedly falls in love. It begins by expressing his surprise at how the love interest came into his life without any warning, catching him off guard. He describes how meeting this person made him, someone from the country, want to settle down and build a life together. The lyrics further reveal that the man was living a fast-paced life before meeting this person, going a hundred miles an hour, but their presence made him stop and reevaluate everything. He finds himself falling deeply in love, evidenced by his tripping and feeling consumed by their presence. The curves of this person, both literal and metaphorical, make him crash into love with them. The man emphasizes that being with this person is what he wants and leaving them is not an option. He struggles to find the right words to express his feelings, but he believes that saying "I love you" is what he's been trying to convey all along. The chorus repeats the sentiment that the person looks good in their dress and is blessed by what God has given them, while the man admits that he's trying his best not to get too emotionally overwhelmed by this love. Overall, "By the Way" is a heartfelt love song that explores the unexpected and powerful emotions that come with falling in love, as well as the struggle to express those feelings.
