I want to know your plans and how involved in them I am.
When I go to sleep for good will I be forgiven?
And If you want roses you can go buy a bouquet.
If that just won't cut it, well what can I say?

You're what keeps me believing the world's not long dead,
Strength in my bones put words in my head.
When they pour out to paper, it's all for you.
'Cause that's what you do. That's what you do.

I want to know your fears, from your feet to the back of your ears.
When they raise the landing gear will your heart stay here?
If you could forgive me for being so brash, well you
you could hit me or whip me, I'd savor each lash.

You're what keeps me believing the world's not long dead,
Strength in my bones put words in my head.
When they pour out to paper.
It's all for you. Cause that's what you do.

No more fighting.
This is only a waste of our time 'cause soon we'll be leaving.
Will this strength still be mine?
I'll look out for you until I die, 'til I rot.

I'll remember you until I die, 'til I rot.

Overall Meaning

The song "I Want To Know Your Plans" by Say Anything is a passionate love ballad that is about wanting to know everything about the person you love, the good and the bad. The first verse talks about wanting to know the other person's plans, and how much of a role the person singing the song will have in those plans. The second line talks about wanting to make sure that when he dies, he will be forgiven. The third line is a way of saying that if the other person wants something, like roses, they can just buy it, but if that's not enough, the singer doesn't know what to say or do to make the other person happy.

The chorus is a declaration of love and admiration for the other person, stating that they are what keeps the singer believing in the world and that they give them the strength and inspiration to express themselves creatively. The second verse continues with the theme of wanting to know everything about the other person, including their fears. The next line talks about if the other person can forgive the singer for being rash, then the other person can do whatever they want to him, he would just enjoy every second of it.

The bridge of the song is a plea to stop fighting and wasting time, and to appreciate and cherish the time they have together. The final lines are a vow to always remember and love the other person, even after death.

Overall, "I Want To Know Your Plans" is a beautiful and heartfelt song that expresses the depth of love and the desire to be intimately connected with another person.

Line by Line Meaning

I want to know your plans and how involved in them I am.
I am curious about what you are planning to do in life and how I fit into those plans.

When I go to sleep for good will I be forgiven?
I wonder if I will be forgiven for any wrongdoings when I am no longer alive.

And If you want roses you can go buy a bouquet.
If you want something, sometimes it’s as simple as going out and getting it for yourself.

If that just won't cut it, well what can I say?
If buying roses or a simple gesture is not enough, then I am not sure what else to do.

You're what keeps me believing the world's not long dead,
You are the reason I have hope that the world still has life and meaning.

Strength in my bones put words in my head.
The strong emotions I feel for you give me the inspiration to express my feelings through writing.

When they pour out to paper, it's all for you.
When my thoughts and emotions spill onto paper, it is all inspired by you and my feelings for you.

'Cause that's what you do. That's what you do.
This is what you evoke in me with your presence and influence.

I want to know your fears, from your feet to the back of your ears.
I want to understand all of the things that scare you, from small worries to deep-rooted fears.

When they raise the landing gear will your heart stay here?
I am asking whether your heart will stay with me when we face difficult times or when I am away.

If you could forgive me for being so brash, well you
If you could find it in your heart to forgive me for my impulsive behavior, then...

you could hit me or whip me, I'd savor each lash.
I would even welcome punishment if it meant reconciliation and forgiveness with you.

No more fighting.
I am tired of the arguments and disagreements between us.

This is only a waste of our time 'cause soon we'll be leaving.
Fighting is pointless because our time together is limited and we will eventually have to part ways.

Will this strength still be mine?
I am questioning whether I will still have the emotional strength to endure without you by my side.

I'll look out for you until I die, 'til I rot.
I promise to always care for you and have your back, even if it means through death and decay.

I'll remember you until I die, 'til I rot.
Your influence and impact on my life will never be forgotten, even after death and decay.

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