Discover the story of the song > Prune, You Talk Funny – Gus Dapperton

The protagonist likes the way his partner speaks and finds it difficult to understand sometimes. He compares her to a strawberry and himself to jelly. He is willing to do anything for her and even compares her to a flower. But he also calls her a "bum" who has pegged him up wrong and says he doesn't understand her. The song ends with him laughing sarcastically. Overall, the lyrics describe the protagonist's mixed feelings towards his partner, finding her both charming and frustrating.