Secrets
#One Republic Lyrics


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I need another story
Something to get off my chest
My life gets kinda boring
Need something that I can confess
Til' all my sleeves are stained red
From all the truth that I've said
Come by it honestly I swear
Thought you saw me wink, no
I've been on the brink, so

Tell me what you want to hear
Something that will light those ears
Sick of all the insincere
I'm gonna give all my secrets away
This time, don't need another perfect lie
Don't care if critics ever jump in line
I'm gonna give all my secrets away

My God, amazing how we got this far
It's like we're chasing all those stars
Who's driving shiny big black cars
And everyday I see the news
All the problems that we could solve
And when a situation rises
Just write it into an album
Send it straight to gold
I don't really like my flow, no, so

Tell me what you want to hear
Something that are like those years
Sick of all the insincere
I'm gonna give all my secrets away
This time, don't need another perfect lie
Don't care if critics never jump in line
I'm gonna give all my secrets away

Oh, got no reason, got no shame
Got no family I can't blame
Just don't let me disappear
I'mma tell you everything

So tell me what you want to hear
Something that'll light those ears
Sick of all the insincere
I'm gonna give all my secrets away
This time, don't need another perfect lie
Don't care if critics never jump in line
I'm gonna give all my secrets away

So tell me what you want to hear
Something that delight those ears
Sick of all the insincere
I'm gonna give all my secrets away
This time, don't need another perfect lie
Don't care if critics ever jump in line




I'm gonna give all my secrets away
All my secrets away, all my secrets away

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of “Secrets” by One Republic speak of the need for honesty and vulnerability in a world where it’s increasingly difficult to open up and be true to oneself. The singer confesses to wanting to confess his secrets, to unburden himself of his thoughts and emotions. He is tired of the impersonal lies and fake personas that people put on, and wants to tell a genuine story. He mentions how his life has grown monotonous and he needs to spice it up with new experiences. The lines “My God, amazing how we got this far, It's like we're chasing all those stars, Who's driving shiny big black cars” signify how it’s easy to get caught up in chasing fame and fortune, losing sight of what’s important in life.


The chorus “Tell me what you want to hear, Something that will light those ears, Sick of all the insincere, I'm gonna give all my secrets away” highlights the yearning to connect with others on a deeper level, to share the struggles and the triumphs that make us human. The honesty in the lyrics is clear, as the singer states that he doesn’t care if critics scrutinize and judge his thoughts and feelings. He wants to send his message of raw, unfettered emotion out to the world, whether anyone likes it or not. The line “Just don't let me disappear” expresses the fear of being forgotten, of not being heard or seen for who you truly are.


Line by Line Meaning

I need another story
I have a secret that I need to confess, something that I want to get off my chest.


Something to get off my chest
I have been keeping something inside me, and I need to reveal it to someone.


My life gets kinda boring
My everyday existence is dull and uneventful, and I need some excitement in my life.


Need something that I can confess
I am looking for someone to confide in, someone that I can trust with my secret.


Til' all my sleeves are stained red
I have disclosed so much truth that my clothes are stained red, a metaphor for being honest and transparent.


From all the truth that I've said
I have admitted to a lot of truth, and I am ready to reveal more.


Come by it honestly I swear
I have not fabricated or embellished my secret; it is genuine and honest.


Thought you saw me wink, no
If you thought that I was flirting or being sarcastic, then you were wrong. It was unintentional.


I've been on the brink, so
I have almost reached the point of no return, and I am afraid that I might make a mistake.


Tell me what you want to hear
Please tell me what you want me to reveal, what kind of secret you are interested in.


Something that will light those ears
I am searching for something thrilling and interesting to share with you, something that will keep you engaged and entertained.


Sick of all the insincere
I am tired of all the false and deceitful people around me, and I want to be genuine and honest.


I'm gonna give all my secrets away
I am ready to disclose everything that I have kept as a secret, with no restrictions.


This time, don't need another perfect lie
I do not want to embellish my story or make it more interesting, and I want to be sincere in my confession.


Don't care if critics ever jump in line
I am not concerned about the opinions or judgment of others, even if they criticize me or do not agree with my actions.


My God, amazing how we got this far
It is incredible how far we have reached in life, despite the challenges and obstacles we have faced.


It's like we're chasing all those stars
We are constantly striving for success and happiness, like chasing after the stars in the sky.


Who's driving shiny big black cars
We are envious and wondering about the people who have achieved financial success and drive luxury cars.


And everyday I see the news
Everyday, I read or watch the news and see the problems and issues that we face as a society.


All the problems that we could solve
We have the potential to solve these problems, but we need to take action and be proactive about it.


And when a situation rises
When a problem or challenge arises, we should not ignore it, but instead, face it head-on and find a solution.


Just write it into an album
One way to express our emotions and experiences is to create art, such as writing songs or poems.


Send it straight to gold
When our art resonates with others, it can become popular and successful, which is a great achievement.


I don't really like my flow, no, so
I don't feel confident in my songwriting skills and style, but I still want to express my thoughts and feelings.


Got no reason, got no shame
I have no rational explanation or justification for my actions or thoughts, and I am not ashamed of it.


Got no family I can't blame
I have no one to blame for my situation or problems, not even my family.


Just don't let me disappear
I am afraid of being forgotten or ignored, and I want to be heard and acknowledged.


I'mma tell you everything
I am going to be completely honest and open with you, and reveal everything that I have kept as a secret.


So tell me what you want to hear
Please tell me what kind of secret or story you are interested in hearing, and I will reveal it to you.


Something that'll light those ears
I want to share something that will captivate and excite you, and keep you engaged and interested.


This time, don't need another perfect lie
I do not want to deceive you or create a false story, and I want to be honest and sincere in my confession.


Don't care if critics ever jump in line
I am not concerned about the opinions or judgment of others, and I am willing to face criticism or negative feedback.


All my secrets away, all my secrets away
I am ready to reveal everything that I have kept as a secret, with no restrictions.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: RYAN TEDDER

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@mochamadtaufan901

[Verse 1]
I need another story
Something to get off my chest
My life gets kinda boring
Need something that I can confess
'Til all my sleeves are stained red
From all the truth that I've said
Come by it honestly I swear
Thought you saw me wink, no
I've been on the brink, so

[Chorus]
So tell me what you want to hear
Something that will light those ears
I'm sick of all the insincere
So I'm gonna give all my secrets away
This time
Don't need another perfect lie
Don't care if critics ever jump in line
I'm gonna give all my secrets away

[Verse 2]
My God, amazing how we got this far
It's like we're chasing all those stars
Who's driving shiny big black cars
And every day I see the news
All the problems that we could solve
And when a situation rises
Just write it into an album
Send it straight to gold
But I don't really like my flow, no

[Chorus]
So tell me what you want to hear
Something that will light those ears
I'm sick of all the insincere
So I'm gonna give all my secrets away
This time
Don't need another perfect lie
Don't care if critics ever jump in line
I'm gonna give all my secrets away

[Bridge]
Ooh
Got no reason, got no shame
Got no family I can blame
Just don't let me disappear
I'ma tell you everything

[Chorus]
So tell me what you want to hear
Something that'll light those ears
I'm sick of all the insincere
So I'm gonna give all my secrets away
This time
Don't need another perfect lie
Don't care if critics ever jump in line
I'm gonna give all my secrets away
So tell me what you want to hear
Something that'll light those ears
I'm sick of all the insincere
So I'm gonna give all my secrets away
This time
Don't need another perfect lie
Don't care if critics ever jump in line
I'm gonna give all my secrets away



All comments from YouTube:

@Audioandlyrics

I feel this music video is better than the sorcerer's apprentice one.

@koryretallick6242

Yh but the sorcerers apprentice is my childhood and everytime I watch that scene it gives me chills

@nucleargaming0

Dude... 🤦‍♂️ The sorcerer's apprentice version is the original this is a cover not that this one is bad it's good by the sorcerer's apprentice version is the original

@whatthedogdoin7040

@@nucleargaming0 wdym this is the original song

@ilyastnn312

@@nucleargaming0 what??

@MilcahsGame

@@nucleargaming0 you a delulu. Get a therapy nerd.

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@GabaLeth

I remember first hearing this song in an idra StarCraft 2 montage, but I've forgotten it for maybe 10 years until finally hearing it again at Lowes

@myrandomlife8881

I'm crying when i know the tittle 🥲

@PETER-pb8yw

​@@myrandomlife8881yep😊

@DennisTheInternationalMenace

1st time i heard it was on CSI Miami

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