U Donāt Know
Alison Wonderland feat. Wayne Coyne Lyrics
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Oh-oh
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Oh-oh-oh
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Donā²t lose, you better than yourself
Tryna tell me all these faking sounds
I see what it really is
Honest words will never fix
Give it to me, I can hold my own
I know what it's like to be alone
No need to keep me in the dark
Already been, I felt that spark
You donā²t know how it is
For someone else to own you
Someone else to throw your heart around
You need them anyway, I got it
Don't make your own delay, you got it
Look at me standing straight, I'm on it
(Baby, I donā²t know)
For me to find my way, I get it
You need them anyway, I got it
(Baby, I donā²t know)
Oh-oh
Oh-oh
Oh-oh
Oh-oh
Oh-oh
Oh-oh
Oh-oh
Oh-oh
Friends that never come will never go
Swimming through the deep and let it show
Red flag
Don't wait
I know
Your fate
All the highs but itā²s never enough
Where were you when I was doing tow
Leave me your phone, all that I know
What am I so? Know that I go
You don't know how it is
For someone else to own you
Someone else to throw your heart around
You donā²t know how it is
For someone else to own you
Someone else to throw your heart around
You need them anyway, I got it (You)
Don't make your own delay, you got it (Know how)
Look at me standing straight, Iā²m on it (You)
(Baby, I don't know)
For me to find my way, I get it
You need them anyway, I got it
(Baby, I don't know)
You donā²t know how it is
(Baby, I donā²t know)
You don't know
You donā²t know
(Baby I don't know)
You donā²t know how it is
For someone else to own you
Someone else to throw your heart around
You don't know how it is
For someone else to own you
Someone else to throw your heart around
The lyrics of Alison Wonderlandās U Donāt Know featuring Wayne Coyne touch upon themes of self-empowerment and emotional independence, while at the same time examining the flawed dynamics of relationships. The song starts with a series of āohsā, setting the stage for the melodic and atmospheric track featuring Coyneās distinctive falsetto. The singer then goes on to urge the listener not to lose sight of themselves, and not to be taken in by fake sounds and insincere words. They claim to see things as they really are, and question the relevance of words that do not reflect reality.
The chorus is a repetition of the phrase āYou donāt know how it is for someone else to own you, someone else to throw your heart aroundā. The use of the word āownā is significant, as it implies that the singer sees relationships as a kind of ownership, where one person has power and control over the other, and can use their emotions as a weapon. However, they also claim to āgot itā, to have the ability to stand straight and find their own way, and suggest that the listener, too, should not rely on others for their sense of self-worth, but rather find it within themselves.
The second verse delves further into this theme, as the singer laments the fact that even though they have experienced the highs of a relationship, it was never enough, and that they were left alone at their lowest points. The bridge then brings a sense of resolution, as the singer claims that they do not know everything, but that they are willing to find their own way, and see the truth of their situation.
Overall, the lyrics of U Donāt Know convey a feeling of self-acceptance and strength, while also touching upon the hurtful dynamics of relationships, and the importance of asserting oneself and not relying on others for validation.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't lose, you better than yourself
Don't give up on yourself, you are capable of more than you think.
Tryna tell me all these faking sounds
People are speaking insincere words and I am aware of it.
I see what it really is
I can see the truth behind the facade.
Honest words will never fix
Telling the truth won't solve everything.
Give it to me, I can hold my own
I am confident in my abilities to handle anything.
I know what it's like to be alone
I understand the feeling of solitude.
No need to keep me in the dark
Don't hide the truth from me.
Already been, I felt that spark
I have already experienced that feeling of attraction.
You don't know how it is
You haven't experienced it firsthand.
For someone else to own you
To be completely controlled and manipulated by someone else.
Someone else to throw your heart around
To have your emotions played with and toyed with.
You need them anyway, I got it
You may think you need them, but I can take care of it myself.
Don't make your own delay, you got it
Don't hold yourself back, you are capable of achieving your goals.
Look at me standing straight, I'm on it
I am handling the situation confidently and with determination.
(Baby, I don't know)
I am not sure about everything.
For me to find my way, I get it
I understand that I must figure things out on my own.
Friends that never come will never go
People who are never there for you in the first place will not bother leaving your life.
Swimming through the deep and let it show
Going through deep emotional waters and showing it to others.
Red flag
A warning sign of danger or potential harm.
Don't wait
Take action now, don't hesitate.
I know
I understand what is happening and what needs to be done.
Your fate
Your destiny, what will happen to you.
All the highs but it's never enough
Experiencing moments of intense happiness, but still feeling unfulfilled.
Where were you when I was doing tow
You were not there to support me when I needed it the most.
Leave me your phone, all that I know
Give me all the information that you have.
What am I so? Know that I go
What is my purpose? I understand that I must keep moving forward.
You don't know how it is
You haven't experienced it firsthand.
You need them anyway, I got it (You)
You may think you need them, but I can handle it myself.
Don't make your own delay, you got it (Know how)
Don't hold yourself back, you know what to do.
Look at me standing straight, I'm on it (You)
I am handling the situation confidently and without help.
(Baby, I don't know)
I am unsure about everything.
You don't know
You are unaware of the situation or what someone else is going through.
Writer(s): Alexander Timothy Burnett, Mike Parvizi, Andrew Swanson, Alexandra Sholler
Contributed by Abigail L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Oh-oh
Oh-oh
Oh-oh
No one knows you better than yourself
Tryna tell me all these faking sounds
I see what it really is
Honest words will never fix
Give it to me; I can hold my own
I know what itās like to be alone
No need to keep me in the dark
Already been, I felt that spark
[CHORUS:]
You donāt know how it is
For someone else to own you
Someone else to throw your heart around
You need them anyway, I got it
Donāt make your own delay, you got it
Look at me standing straight, Iām on it
(Baby, I donāt know)
For me to find my way, I get it
You need them anyway, I got it
(Baby, I donāt know)
Oh-oh
[repeat]
Friends that never come will never go
Swimming through the deep and let it show
Red flag, donāt wait; I know, your fate
All the highs but itās never enough
Where were you when I was doing tow
Leave me your phone, all that I know
What am I so? Know that I go
[CHORUS:]
You donāt know how it is
For someone else to own you
Someone else to throw your heart around
[repeat]
You need them anyway, I got it (You)
Donāt make your own delay, you got it (Know how)
Look at me standing straight, Iām on it (You)
(Baby, I donāt know)
For me to find my way, I get it
You need them anyway, I got it
(Baby, I donāt know)
[CHORUS:]
You donāt know how it is
(Baby, I donāt know)
You donāt know
You donāt know (Baby I donāt know)
[CHORUS:]
You donāt know how it is
For someone else to own you
Someone else to throw your heart around
[CHORUS:]
You donāt know how it is
For someone else to own you
Someone else to throw your heart around
@thinnnsabin
I never saw a guy eating a donut in such an angry way.
@daphne__x4626
Lmao but so true
@sosiglord4451
lol he lost it
@Soyarin
eat*
@katquinzel9044
LMAO SAME
@michaelzhang5074
Soya angrily* too
@zoeyisnotokay7232
I was laughing when he was eating the doughnut than I realized what was happening it went 0 to 100 real quick
@jksbananamilk
same O_O
@antarcfroze
he's forcing the girl to listen to his mix-tape xD lmao, lololol
@zoeyisnotokay7232
Lol