Released: 2008
Zac Brown Band’s ‘Whatever It Is’ is a heartfelt country love song that expresses a man’s deep admiration and love for a woman. The lyrics convey the ineffable quality that makes her special and the profound impact she has on him.
In the opening verses, the song describes the woman’s physical beauty and charm. ‘Eyes that cut you like a knife’ is a metaphor for her striking gaze, while ‘lips that taste like sweet red wine’ symbolizes her intoxicating allure. ‘Pretty legs go to heaven every time’ suggests her stunning appearance, and ‘a devastatin’ smile, knock a grown man to his knees’ indicates her captivating smile.
The chorus, ‘She got whatever it is, it blows me away,’ emphasizes the woman’s indescribable quality that leaves the singer in awe. He’s so taken aback by her that he can’t articulate his feelings; instead, it simply comes out as ‘I love you.’
The line ‘You know I’ve never been the type that would ever wanna stay’ indicates the singer’s past as a free spirit or a ‘rolling stone.’ However, meeting this woman has changed his perspective, making him want to settle down, even envisioning her as his wife.
The lyrics ‘There is just somethin’ about the woman makes my heart go haywire’ show how this woman has deeply affected the singer, stirring up strong emotions within him.
The lines ‘Cause when she loves me, I’m on top of the world’ and ‘And when she loves me, I am untouchable’ express the singer’s elation and invincibility when he feels her love. It’s as if her love empowers him, making him feel invincible and on top of the world.
Overall, ‘Whatever It Is’ is a beautiful expression of love and admiration, encapsulating the overwhelming emotions one feels when they’re deeply in love. The song perfectly captures the essence of country music, with its heartfelt lyrics and relatable themes.
