Bad time for a good time, baby, a bad time
You never finish your glass, take a little sip and you’re bored
Down in the apartment below, wouldn’t even open your door
You said, “It’s a bad time for a good time, baby, a bad time” (Mm)
Too many times, I’ve asked myself, “What did I come here for?”
Now I know you wanna talk about it, talk about it, yeah
Suddenly, you’re into me again
Let’s talk about it, talk about it, yeah
I’ve been dyin’ to use the line
I’m sorry, but you’ve called at a bad time
And every time is probably gonna be a bad time
Sorry, but it’s not like the last time
When you were callin’ me and hopin’ for a good time
Bad time for a good time, baby, a bad time
You should know about it by now
Bad time for a good time, baby, a bad time
You should know about it by now
You should know about it, na, na, yeah
Everything’s so clear to me now, wish I coulda seen it before
You were sittin’ comfortable and I was busy kissin’ your floor
Now I know you wanna talk about it, talk about it, yeah
Suddenly, you’re into me again
Let’s talk about it, talk about it, yeah
I’ve been dyin’ to use the line
I’m sorry, but you’ve called at a bad time
And every time is probably gonna be a bad time
Sorry, but it’s not like the last time
When you were callin’ me and hopin’ for a good time
Bad time for a good time, baby, a bad time
You should know about it by now
Bad time for a good time, baby, a bad time (Ah yeah)
You should know about it by now
La-la-la, la-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la-la, yeah, sorry
La-la-la, la-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la-la, yeah, sorry
Mm, no
It’s a really bad time
Hey, hey, mm, now
You know that it’s a bad time for a good time, baby, a bad time
I’m just gonna say it one more time for fun
I’m sorry, but you’ve called at a bad time
And every time is probably gonna be a bad time (Yeah)
Sorry, but it’s not like the last time
When you were callin’ me and hopin’ for a good time
Bad time for a good time, baby, a bad time
You should know about it by now (Nah, nah, no, no, no)
Bad time for a good time, baby, a bad time
You should know about it by now
La-la-la, la-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la-la, yeah, sorry (Yeah, yeah)
La-la-la, la-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la-la, yeah
You should know about it by now
Understanding the Message: When Timing Isn’t Right
“Bad Time” by Sabrina Carpenter delves into the frustration and clarity that comes with a relationship plagued by poor timing and mismatched intentions. The song’s catchy refrain, “Bad time for a good time,” captures the essence of wanting something meaningful but realizing the other person’s efforts never arrive when they’re truly needed. Carpenter’s lyrics paint a portrait of someone who’s repeatedly let down, growing wise to patterns of inconsistency and emotional unavailability. The upbeat, melodic structure contrasts with the blunt honesty of the lyrics, highlighting the self-assurance that emerges from finally recognizing one’s worth and setting boundaries.
Song Credits
- Artist: Sabrina Carpenter
- Release Year: 2024