I Didn't Know
Aaron & Natalie Wenninger Lyrics
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I couldn't see the light in your eyes
Measured up underneath of the standard
I wasn't ready to open up my eyes
I'm falling over
I'm feeling better
I got in my own way I didn't realize
I couldn't see the end of this life
I got out of my way I started to realize
Better to wonder why if we stumble
I couldn't see the light in your eyes
Bitter and sweet and sour in my mouth
I wasn't able to taste this humble pie
I'm falling over
I'm feeling better
I couldn't see the end of the line
I got in my own way I didn't realize
I couldn't see the end of this life
I got out of my way I started to realize
I couldn't see the end of the line
I got in my own way I didn't realize
I couldn't see the end of this life
I got out of my way I started to realize
The lyrics of Aaron & Natalie Wenninger's song "I Didn't Know" express the singer's realization that they had been hindering themselves from seeing and experiencing the better things in life. The first stanza talks about the singer being held back by the will of someone else and not being able to see the good in a situation. They also mention not being able to meet the standard and not being ready to open their eyes fully.
The second stanza talks about the realization that the singer had been getting in their own way and not seeing the end of the line or their own potential. They describe the taste of "humble pie" and the bitter feelings that come with recognizing our own shortcomings. The repeated line "I'm falling over, I'm feeling better" suggests that even though it's difficult to face these truths, the singer is getting stronger and more confident as a result.
The chorus is a repetition of the idea that the singer couldn't see the end of the line or their own potential, but eventually realized that they needed to get out of their own way. The closing lines may suggest that this was a recent discovery for the singer, as they repeat the lyrics twice to emphasize the newfound realization and determination.
Overall, "I Didn't Know" seems to be a song about personal growth and the sometimes-painful process of recognizing our own weaknesses and limitations. It's a hopeful message, though, as the singer seems to have come out on the other side stronger and more self-aware.
Line by Line Meaning
Weathered asunder will of another
My own desires have been split apart and controlled by someone else.
I couldn't see the light in your eyes
I couldn't understand your true intentions or emotions.
Measured up underneath of the standard
I compared myself to society's expectations, and felt inadequate.
I wasn't ready to open up my eyes
I was afraid to face reality and confront my own shortcomings.
I'm falling over
I'm losing control and struggling.
I'm feeling better
I'm starting to overcome my obstacles and move forward.
Better to wonder why if we stumble
It's better to question and reflect on our mistakes rather than ignoring them.
Bitter and sweet and sour in my mouth
I'm experiencing a mix of emotions, both positive and negative.
I wasn't able to taste this humble pie
I couldn't accept or learn from my mistakes and failures.
I couldn't see the end of the line
I couldn't envision a clear future or goal.
I got in my own way I didn't realize
My own actions and mindset hindered my progress without me realizing it.
I got out of my way I started to realize
I overcame my own obstacles and began to understand my faults.
I couldn't see the end of this life
I couldn't see a clear path or meaning in my own existence.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Aaron Hallett
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@anaolbera
Lyrics
I was fine before you walked right through that door
And now I'm something more than I ever imagined
I was so sure I knew exactly who you were
But you were something more than I ever imagined
In your arms, I'm safe and sound
You turn my world right upside down
But all the hell we've been through had a purpose
Together we are chaos and it's perfect
Always thought those feelings, they were stories not made for me
It's terrifying, but I'm pretty certain
It's worth it
I didn't, I didn't know
What love could, what love could be
Until you, until you loved my everything
The good, the bad, the in-between
I didn't know
You were something I could need
Until you, until you loved my everything
The good, the bad, the in-between, all of me
I was fine before you kissed me on the forehead
Held me 'til the morning, never imagined
In your arms, I'm safe and sound
You turn my world right upside down
But all the hell we've been through had a purpose
Together we are chaos and it's perfect
Always thought those feelings, they were stories not made for me
It's terrifying, but I'm pretty certain
It's worth it
I didn't, I didn't know
What love could, what love could be
Until you, until you loved my everything
The good, the bad, the in-between
I didn't know
You were something I could need
Until you, until you loved my everything
The good, the bad, the in-between, all of me
I could die in your eyes
For the rest of my life
I could die in your eyes
Until the end of time
I didn't, I didn't know
I didn't, I didn't know
I didn't, I didn't know
I didn't, I didn't know
I didn't know, I didn't know
@just.bilja.7212
I was fine before you walked right through that door
And now I'm something more than I ever imagined
I was so sure I knew exactly who you were
But you were something more than I ever imagined
In your arms, I'm safe and sound
You turn my world right upside down
But all the hell we've been through had a purpose
Together we are chaos and it's perfect
Always thought those feelings, they were stories not made for me
It's terrifying, but I'm pretty certain it's worth it
I didn't, I didn't know what love could, what love could be
Until you, until you loved my everything
The good, the bad, the in-between
I didn't know you were something I could need
Until you, until you loved my everything
The good, the bad, the in-between; all of me
I was fine before you kissed me on the forehead
Held me 'til the mornin', never imagined
In your arms, I'm safe and sound
You turn my world right upside down
But all the hell we've been through had a purpose
Together we are chaos and it's perfect
Always thought those feelings, they were stories not made for me
It's terrifying, but I'm pretty certain it's worth it
I didn't, I didn't know what love could, what love could be
Until you, until you loved my everything
The good, the bad, the in-between
I didn't know you were something I could need
Until you, until you loved my everything
The good, the bad, the in-between; all of me
I could die in your eyes for the rest of my life
I could die in your eyes until the end of time
I didn't, I didn't know
I didn't, I didn't know
I didn't, I didn't know
I didn't, I didn't know
I didn't know, I didn't know
@Pedro271079
Lloré como tormenta en el desierto, con ésta canción.
Me encantó!
Es la segunda canción que escuché de ella, la primera fue regresa a casa. Ambas en la película "corazones mal heridos"
Me encantó!
Gracias Sofía, por hacer que mi corazón sea cálido y tierno. Se me estaba colgelando.
I cried like a storm in the desert, with this song.
I loved!
It's the second song I've heard from her, the first was come back home. Both in the movie "badly wounded hearts"
I loved!
Thank you Sofia, for making my heart warm and tender. She was freezing me.
@m4h1n_r73
The way the memories run through her mind whilst she sung this😭 this song is just perfect for her and Luke personally i think it's the greatest love song. It's beautiful and portrays her undying love for Luke and she knew she needed him. Its soo good i listen to this song everyday💜👌🏼
@candiceclements2665
Well said. Agree 100
@audreysebban8632
❤je frissonne chaque fois que je l'écoute.cest à dire 10 fois par jour.le passage avec piano violon,me donne la chair de poule .bravo cassie et luke pour ce beau film d'amour ❤
@Angiespendz
my favorite scene of the whole movie is exactly this part when she realizes she's in love, and at the same time, she's achieving a dream she had to fight for a lot. Many different and deep feelings here! You girl sing amazing as Cassie
@yogawithjoy6360
❤ same😊
@paulinerosier631
Me too 🥰
@elrouhlmargiemontes9445
Which movie
@lesliemarini3798
@@elrouhlmargiemontes9445 purple heart. netflix.
@Trystia.r_2006
That’s her real singing voice
@floricelaromero5549
This is a love song that speaks on behalf of many people, and instead of them saying it, this song expresses it in a beautiful and unimaginable way! You have my purple heart forever 💜