Activate Me
ASTR Lyrics
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I've been waiting for, I've been waiting for you
Activate activate activate me
Don't wanna hear it
When you tell me you understand
Wanna believe it
Want you to show me you really care
And I won't wait for you to make you mind
It's now or never, boy let's redefine
I've been waiting for you
I've been waiting for, I've been waiting for you
I've been waiting for, I've been waiting for you
Activate activate activate me
Don't wanna resist
It's already written, it's in your eyes
Want you to be there
So come and tell me what's on your mind
Your hesitation's leaving me so cold
And I won't wait it's time to take control
I've been waiting for you
I've been waiting for, I've been waiting for you
I've been waiting for, I've been waiting for you
Activate activate activate me
Activate activate activate me
Cause you can't ignore
Cause you can't ignore me
Cause you can't ignore
Cause you can't ignore oooh
Cause you can't ignore me
Cause you can't ignore
I've been waiting for you
I've been waiting for, I've been waiting for you
I've been waiting for, I've been waiting for you
Activate activate activate me
Activate activate activate me
I've been waiting for you
The song "Activate Me" by ASTR is an upbeat and energetic track that expresses the desire for someone to take action and make a move in a relationship. The lyrics reflect the inner thoughts of someone who has been waiting for this person to step up and show their true intentions. The repetition of the phrase "I've been waiting for you" reinforces the idea that the singer has been eagerly waiting for a long time for this person to choose them.
The lyrics also reveal a sense of vulnerability and a fear of rejection. The line "Don't wanna hear it when you tell me you understand" suggests that the singer wants more than just words and needs the other person to demonstrate their commitment through actions. The chorus emphasizes this need for action, with the repeated call to "Activate me," urging the person to make a decision and take control of the situation.
In the second verse, the singer acknowledges the other person's hesitance and how it is affecting them. They want this person to be present and open with them, showing that they are willing to work through any obstacles together. The pre-chorus line "It's now or never, boy let's redefine" is a plea for the other person to take a chance and redefine their relationship.
Overall, "Activate Me" is a catchy and emotive song that expresses longing and hopefulness for a meaningful connection.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been waiting for you
I have been patiently anticipating your arrival.
I've been waiting for, I've been waiting for you
I have been eagerly awaiting your presence.
Activate activate activate me
Encourage me to come out of my shell and become active.
Don't wanna hear it
I do not want to listen to what you have to say.
When you tell me you understand
Your claim that you comprehend the situation is irrelevant.
Wanna believe it
I desire to have faith in what you say.
Want you to show me you really care
I desire for you to demonstrate how deeply you care about me.
And I won't wait for you to make your mind
I will not wait for you to decide.
It's now or never, boy let's redefine
It is imperative that we take immediate action and redefine our relationship.
Don't wanna resist
I have no desire to hold back or resist my feelings.
It's already written, it's in your eyes
It is apparent from your eyes that our relationship is predetermined.
Want you to be there
I want you to be present for me.
So come and tell me what's on your mind
I invite you to share your thoughts and feelings with me.
Your hesitation's leaving me so cold
Your indecisiveness is making me feel distant and disconnected.
And I won't wait it's time to take control
I will not wait any longer, it is time to take action and be in control of our relationship.
Cause you can't ignore
You are unable to overlook or disregard me.
Cause you can't ignore me
You cannot disregard my presence or importance in your life.
Contributed by Blake H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@moraymaleon7425
Love...
I’ve been waiting for you
I’ve been waiting for, I’ve been waiting for you
Activate activate activate me Don’t wanna hear it When you tell me you understand
Wanna believe it Want you to show me you really care
And I won’t wait for you to make you mind
It’s now or never, boy let’s redefine
I’ve been waiting for you
I’ve been waiting for, I’ve been waiting for you
I’ve been waiting for, I’ve been waiting for you
Activate activate activate me Don’t wanna resist
It’s already written, it’s in your eyes
Want you to be there
So come and tell me what’s on your mind
Your hesitation’s leaving me so cold
And I won’t wait it’s time to take control
I’ve been waiting for you
I’ve been waiting for, I’ve been waiting for you
I’ve been waiting for, I’ve been waiting for you
Activate activate activate me Activate activate activate me Cause you can’t ignore
Cause you can’t ignore me Cause you can’t ignore
Cause you can’t ignore oooh
Cause you can’t ignore me Cause you can’t ignore
I’ve been waiting for you
I’ve been waiting for, I’ve been waiting for you
I’ve been waiting for, I’ve been waiting for you
Activate activate activate me Activate activate activate me
I’ve been waiting for you (x2)
@Noisey
Rodney Jerkins is on production duties and this NYC-based boy-girl duo are getting their 90s 2-step on.
@donttrustthebitchinapt23
***** ok....
@maxcool123456789
!
@lockheart619
these are the kinds of songs that i want to stay up all night like it's my last night
@GETYOUREDUCATION
same.. dancing the night away
@treekeel8767
YESYESYES
@itcamefromtheinternet
Blows my mind that they never got noticed by the "general public". Their 2 EPs are insanely good. "Operate" in itself should have brought some kind of stardom. Glad I saw them live once in L.A. before the end.
@tylerjohnson269
Godddddddd, This and Operate make me feel like im living in the year 3035, dancing without a care to life. Being peaceful... finally!!
@davidbriscoe51
Excellent . Enough said.
@stenvaine
Definitely deserves more views. I love this song.