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Why Tell Me Why
Anita Meyer Lyrics


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When I was young I felt the need of learning, learning
Love I was told kept the wheel on turning, turning
Still I'm trying to find, peace of mine inside
For once in your life you feel the urge of knowing, knowing
and wondering why

Come on people, better use our sense, our time is running out
there ain't no doubt about
We can make it, try to rearrange it if there's a price we got
to toss a dice

Oooh, won't you tell me what's right
Ooh Yeah, won't you tell me what's wrong
Ooh won't you tell me what's right. Somebody tell me now
Believe in destiny, believe in humanity, believe in we'll meet again

Somehow, somewhere, someday.

Why, tell me why, tell me why, tell me why do I pray
I need to know right now oooh.
Why, tell me why, tell me why, tell me why do I pray
I hope that freedom soon will come our way
Why, tell me why, tell me why, tell me why

Come on people, lent a helpin' hand, no need to fuss
and fight we all know where we stand
Help me make it, try to rearrange it
Name your price and I will toss the dice

Oooh, won't you tell me what's right
Ooh Yeah, won't you tell me what's wrong
Ooh won't you tell me what's right. Somebody tell me now
Believe in destiny, believe in humanity, believe in we'll meet again

Somehow, somewhere, someday.

Why, tell me why, tell me why, tell me why do I pray
I need to know right now oooh.
Why, tell me why, tell me why, tell me why do I pray
I hope that freedom soon will come our way
Why, tell me why, tell me why, tell me why do I pray
I need a key to help me anywhere
Why, tell me why, tell me why, tell me why do I pray
Somebody tell me now...

Overall Meaning

Anita Meyer's song "Why Tell Me Why" is an emotional and thought-provoking song that elicits questions about the meaning of life, the existence of God, and the search for meaning amidst confusion and chaos. The song reflects the struggle of the protagonist to find inner peace and understanding of the world around her. In the first verse, she explains that when she was young, she was taught that love is what keeps the "wheel on turning." She is still searching for peace of mind and is looking for answers to her questions, which leads her to wonder why.


The mysterious and unanswered questions are discussed throughout the song, including the line "Come on people, better use our sense, our time is running out there ain't no doubt about." The meaning of this lyric is clear - time is running out and people need to come together and work to create a better world. The song calls on people to use their rational sense and work together to solve the problems of the world. The protagonist longs to know what is right and wrong, what is just and unjust, and what action she should take.


In the end, the song offers a message of hope: "Believe in destiny, believe in humanity, believe in we'll meet again." The protagonist wants to believe that there is a purpose to the struggles of life and that people will eventually come together in peace.


Line by Line Meaning

When I was young I felt the need of learning, learning
As a child, I recognized the importance of learning and acquiring knowledge.


Love I was told kept the wheel on turning, turning
I was taught that love was necessary for life to continue and for things to keep moving forward.


Still I'm trying to find, peace of mine inside
Even now, I am searching for inner peace and contentment.


For once in your life you feel the urge of knowing, knowing
At some point in one's life, they feel a strong desire to understand and seek knowledge.


and wondering why
This desire to know and understand leads to questioning why things are the way they are.


Come on people, better use our sense, our time is running out
We need to start using our common sense and act quickly, as time is running short.


there ain't no doubt about
There is absolutely no denying this fact.


We can make it, try to rearrange it if there's a price we got
We have the ability to overcome our challenges, even if we have to pay a price to do so.


to toss a dice
We may have to take a risk or make a gamble in order to find a solution.


Oooh, won't you tell me what's right
I am seeking guidance and advice on what actions to take.


Ooh Yeah, won't you tell me what's wrong
I also need to be informed of what mistakes or pitfalls to avoid.


Ooh won't you tell me what's right. Somebody tell me now
I am urgently requesting help and direction from anyone who can provide it.


Believe in destiny, believe in humanity, believe in we'll meet again
I have faith in fate, in the goodness of human beings, and in the idea that we will see each other again.


Somehow, somewhere, someday.
In some way, at some place, at some time.


Why, tell me why, tell me why, tell me why do I pray
I am questioning the purpose and effectiveness of my prayers.


I need to know right now oooh.
I require immediate answers and clarity.


I hope that freedom soon will come our way
I am optimistic that we will eventually attain freedom and liberation.


Come on people, lent a helpin' hand, no need to fuss
Let us all work together and assist one another, without arguing or causing strife.


and fight we all know where we stand
We will only create more division and animosity by arguing and fighting.


Help me make it, try to rearrange it
Assist me in making the situation better and try to find solutions.


Name your price and I will toss the dice
If necessary, I am willing to pay a cost or take a chance in order to achieve progress.


I need a key to help me anywhere
I require a solution or method that will work in any situation or location.


Somebody tell me now...
I am desperate for anyone to provide me with answers or a way forward.




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