I Wasn't The One
Allen & Envy Lyrics
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And I know that I wasn't right
And I know that I wasn't right
And I know, and I know, and I know that I wasn't right
Oh, 'cause time keeps moving forward as I keep falling back
Both my feet are planted, my foundation's cracked
But in my defense
I know that I wasn't right
Yeah, I know that I wasn't right
And I know that I wasn't right
And I know, and I know, and I know that I wasn't right
Oh, the worst thing I can think of, of all there is
Is losing your affection 'cause of my stubbornness
But in my defense
I know that I wasn't right
Yeah, I know that I wasn't right
And I know that I wasn't right
And I know, and I know, and I know that I wasn't right
Yeah, I know that I wasn't right
And I know that I wasn't right
And I know that I shouldn't lie
I know that I wasn't right
Oh well, I get so frustrated
'Cause I hate being wrong
Energy gets wasted
'Cause my head's far too strong
But in my defense
I know that I wasn't right
Yeah, I know that I wasn't right
And I know that I wasn't right
And I know, and I know, and I know that I wasn't right
Yeah, I know that I wasn't right
Well, I know that I wasn't right
And I know that I shouldn't lie
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The lyrics of Allen & Envy & Katty Heath's song I Wasn't The One express a sense of regret and self-awareness about one's mistakes in a relationship. The repetition of "I know that I wasn't right" emphasizes the acknowledgement of fault and the desire to improve. The line "Oh, 'cause time keeps moving forward as I keep falling back" suggests a sense of frustration and helplessness in trying to move on from past mistakes. The image of "both my feet are planted, my foundation's cracked" could symbolize a relationship that has been damaged but the person still hasn't let go.
The chorus introduces the fear of losing the other person's affection due to their own stubbornness. The lyrics express a sense of self-reflection and a desire to change for the better. The lines "Oh well, I get so frustrated, 'cause I hate being wrong, energy gets wasted, 'cause my head's far too strong" suggest a struggle to overcome pride and admit to one's mistakes. Overall, the song explores themes of regret, humility, and the importance of self-reflection in relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
I know that I wasn't right
Admission and acknowledgement of personal wrongdoing or error.
And I know, and I know, and I know that I wasn't right
Reiteration and affirmation of personal wrongdoing or error.
Oh, 'cause time keeps moving forward as I keep falling back
Recognition of the passage of time and personal inability to keep up with it.
Both my feet are planted, my foundation's cracked
Feeling anchored or rooted, but with underlying weaknesses or flaws that threaten stability.
But in my defense
Desire to explain or justify actions or behaviors.
Oh, the worst thing I can think of, of all there is
Acknowledgement of a significant and damaging consequence of personal behavior or choices.
Is losing your affection 'cause of my stubbornness
Realization that personal stubbornness or obstinance could negatively impact a close relationship.
Yeah, I know that I wasn't right
Repetition of initial admission of personal wrongdoing or error.
Well, I get so frustrated, 'cause I hate being wrong
Admission of personal distaste for being incorrect or in the wrong, leading to feelings of frustration or anger.
Energy gets wasted, 'cause my head's far too strong
Recognition of personal tendency to overthink or overanalyze situations, leading to wasted mental energy.
And I know that I shouldn't lie
Acknowledgement of the necessity and importance of truthfulness.
(Know that I wasn't right)
Repetition of initial admission of personal wrongdoing or error.
(Know that I wasn't right) well, I know
Repetition and emphasis of personal acknowledgement of wrongdoing or error.
(Know that I wasn't right) yeah
Repetition and affirmation of personal wrongdoing or error.
(Know that I wasn't right) wasn't right
Repetition and acknowledgement of personal wrongdoing or error.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group
Written by: ALLEN STONE, MAGNUS TINGSEK, STEVE WATKINS
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