Tell Me Why
Supermode Lyrics
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Run away, turn away, run away, turn away, run away
Run away, turn away, run away, turn away, run away
Tell me why
Tell me why
Tell me why
Tell me why
Tell me why
Tell me why
Cry, boy, cry
Cry, boy, cry
Cry, boy, cry, boy cry
Cry, boy, cry, boy cry
Tell me why
Tell me why
Tell me why
Tell me why
No you never cried to them
Just to your soul
No you never cried to them
Just to your soul
Tell me why
Tell me why
Tell me why
Tell me why
The lyrics of Supermode's song "Tell Me Why" depict a sense of desperation and confusion. The repeated lines of "run away, turn away" give the impression of someone trying to escape or avoid a situation, but not being able to do so. The repetition of "tell me why" further emphasizes this feeling of confusion and searching for answers.
The line "cry, boy, cry" evokes a sense of sadness and vulnerability, perhaps suggesting that the person is struggling emotionally. The following repetition of "tell me why" further emphasizes that there is something causing this pain or sorrow, but the singer is pleading for an explanation.
The final verses, "no you never cried to them, just to your soul" suggest that the person is keeping their emotions and struggles hidden from others, perhaps trying to appear stronger than they really are. The repeated plea of "tell me why" at the end of the song shows that the singer is still searching for answers and a way to understand why the person is feeling this way.
Overall, the lyrics of "Tell Me Why" convey a sense of frustration and helplessness, as well as a desire for understanding and connection.
Line by Line Meaning
Run away, turn away, run away, turn away, run away
The singer is urging someone to keep running away from a certain situation that is causing them distress.
Tell me why, tell me why, tell me why
The singer is desperate for an explanation or reason for why the person is so unhappy and running away.
Cry, boy, cry
The singer is acknowledging the person's emotional pain and is urging them to express it through crying.
Cry, boy, cry, boy cry
The singer is repeating the previous line as a way to reinforce their encouragement for the person to cry.
No you never cried to them, just to your soul
The person has been keeping their pain and emotions hidden from others, and the singer is acknowledging that the person has only been crying internally or in private.
Tell me why, tell me why, tell me why, tell me why
The singer is repeating the chorus to express their desperation for an explanation or reason for the person's pain and unhappiness.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: James William Somerville, Larry Steinbachek, Steve Bronski
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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