Un-Thinkable
Alicia Keys (ft. Stephen Colbert) Lyrics


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Moment of honesty
Someones gotta take the lead tonight
Who's it gonna be?
I'm gonna sit right here
And tell you all that comes to me
If you have something to say
You should say it right now
You give me a feeling that I never felt before
And I deserve it, I think I deserve it
Its becoming something that's impossible to ignore
And I can't take it
I was wondering maybe
Could I make you my baby
If we do the unthinkable would it make us look crazy
If you ask me I'm ready
If you ask me I'm ready

I know you said to me
"This is exactly how it should feel when its meant to be"
Time is only wasting so why wait for eventually
If we gonna do something 'bout it
We should do it right now
(We should do it right now)

You give me a feeling that I never felt before
And I deserve it, I know I deserve it
Its becoming something that's impossible to ignore
It is what we make it
I was wondering maybe
Could I make you my baby
If we do the unthinkable would it make us look crazy
Or would it be so beautiful either way I'm sayin'
If you ask me I'm ready
If you ask me I'm ready

Why give up before we try
Feel the lows before the highs
Clip our wings before we fly away (fly away)
I can't say I came prepared
I'm suspended in the air
Won't you come be in the sky with me

I was wondering maybe
Could I make you my baby
If we do the unthinkable would it make us look crazy
Or would it be so beautiful either way I'm sayin'
If you ask me I'm ready
If you ask me I'm ready




If you ask me I'm ready
If you ask me I'm ready

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Alicia Keys (ft. Stephen Colbert)'s song Un-Thinkable speak about a moment of honesty between two people who are contemplating whether or not to take their relationship to the next level. Alicia Keys is hesitant but also realizes that she has a strong connection to the person she is singing to. She questions whether it would be crazy to do something unconventional or if it would be worth it for the sake of their love. Despite the uncertainty, she knows that she is ready to take the risk and make the other person hers.


The song reflects the struggles and doubts that come with the decision to commit to someone. It also highlights the fear of judgment from others and the idea that true love requires taking risks and doing the unconventional. Alicia Keys sings with a raw and emotional tone, conveying the vulnerability and passion in her words.


Line by Line Meaning

Moment of honesty
Let's be truthful and candid about our feelings


Someone's gotta take the lead tonight
One of us needs to be brave and make the first move


Who's it gonna be?
Who will be the person to initiate this?


I'm gonna sit right here
I'll wait here patiently for you to express yourself


And tell you all that comes to me
I won't hold back and will share everything in my heart


If you have something to say
Don't hesitate, speak your mind now


You give me a feeling that I never felt before
You make me experience emotions I've never felt


And I deserve it, I think I deserve it
I believe I've earned the right to feel this way


It's becoming something that's impossible to ignore
Our connection is growing stronger and can't be ignored


And I can't take it
The intensity of my feelings is overwhelming


I was wondering maybe
I'm considering the possibility of something more


Could I make you my baby
Would you consider having a future with me


If we do the unthinkable, would it make us look crazy
If we take a risk, will it seem irrational


If you ask me I'm ready
I'm willing and prepared to take the leap


I know you said to me, "This is exactly how it should feel when it's meant to be"
You're convinced that our relationship is destined to be this way


Time is only wasting so why wait for eventually
Life is short, let's not put off what we can do now


If we gonna do something 'bout it, we should do it right now
If we want to act on our feelings, we should do it immediately


It is what we make it
Our relationship will be what we put into it


Or would it be so beautiful either way I'm sayin'
Even if it's unconventional, it could still be wonderful


Why give up before we try
Let's not quit before taking a chance


Feel the lows before the highs
Let's experience the challenges before enjoying the rewards


Clip our wings before we fly away (fly away)
Let's not limit ourselves before exploring our full potential


I can't say I came prepared
I don't have all the answers or solutions


I'm suspended in the air
I'm unsure and hesitant


Won't you come be in the sky with me
Will you be my partner and take this journey with me


If you ask me I'm ready
I'm ready to take the next step in our relationship


If you ask me I'm ready
I'm fully committed and prepared to make a move


If you ask me I'm ready
Just ask me, and I'll show you how ready I am


If you ask me I'm ready
I'm ready for forever if you are




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: KERRY BROTHERS JR., AUBREY GRAHAM, ALICIA AUGELLO-COOK, NOAH SHEBIB

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