The meaning of the lyrics of the song "Ruling Me" by the artist "Weezer"

The song "Ruling Me" by Weezer tells the story of the lyrical hero's agonizing yet captivating infatuation with a girl who seems completely oblivious to him.

He's mesmerized by her mystery and aloofness: she ignores his calls ("Ring ring, your phone is calling, you're pretending you're not home"), but this only fuels his interest ("You're pushing me away, but it turns me on"). He's drawn to her captivating beauty ("Red lipstick, black dresses") and her edgy persona ("The kind I shouldn't mess with") that drives him crazy.

He's aware that this infatuation is causing him pain ("All the pain, all the ways you're driving me insane"), but he's powerless against it ("It's no mystery why you're ruling me"). He dreams about her all night long ("Rain or shine, everybody needs someone to dream about all night long") and hopes for reciprocity, though he understands it's unlikely ("So fascinating, I'm anticipating a touch that may never come").

Their encounter in the lunchroom ("First time I saw you in the lunchroom, my optic nerve went click, came up with a big plan") ignited strong feelings within him ("Never seen a face so pretty"), but the girl seems to be playing with him ("Pretty lady, don't you toy with me").

Despite his disappointment ("I'm so frustrated with this lusty lady, I think it's time to walk away"), he can't let her go ("I ain't kidding anymore, this love is hurting, that's for sure, I feel you, I see you, I need you").

Ultimately, the song conveys a sense of obsession and helplessness in the face of love's power, which, despite all the pain, remains desired.