Oh, oh, oh,
yeah, yeah, yeah
If it’s weird for girls to give guys flowers,
Then maybe that’s a reason to,
You’re not climbing up my ivory tower,
So I’m comin’ down for you,
Is it wrong to write our names in love hearts,
In the dust that’s on the car you drive
Droppin’ hints can only get you so far,
When you don’t know that I’m alive
Is it wrong to be the instigator (is it wrong, is it wrong)?
Is it bad to be the move maker
Guess I gotta be the first to say, uh
to say, uh, to say, uh
[Chorus:]
How do you do?
If you won’t say it, I will,
How do you do?
I’m really pleased to meet you,
How do you do?
Gotta say it how I feel it,
Say it or I will,
When you’re hanging at the point of stalemate
It’s not the time to bite your tongue
So at the risk of looking really stupid,
I’m gonna take the plunge
Is it wrong to be the instigator (No)
Is it bad to be the move maker
Guess I gotta be the first to say, uh
to say, uh, to say, uh
[Chorus]
Say it or I will
It’s not a good enough just to sit around drinking tea
Touching on whether exchanging pleasantries
I’ve been too reserved to circumspect
Sick of crossing wires,
Now I want to connect
[Chorus]
Gotta say it how I feel it,
Say it or i will
[Chorus]
Taking Initiative in Love: A Fresh Perspective
In “How Do You Do?”, Natasha Bedingfield flips the script on traditional dating roles, encouraging boldness and honesty in expressing feelings. The lyrics playfully challenge gender norms, as Bedingfield suggests that giving flowers or making the first move shouldn’t be limited by outdated expectations. The song captures the tension of waiting for someone to notice you, and the empowering decision to break the stalemate by taking action. Rather than hiding behind hints or pleasantries, the narrator chooses direct communication, illustrating the courage it takes to truly connect.
Song Credits
- Artist: Natasha Bedingfield
- Songwriters: Natasha Bedingfield, Guy Chambers
- Release Year: 2007
- Label: Epic Records