I don't know why
Andy & David Williams Lyrics

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The liberal charring of
This home’s hearth rug
Tells me I’ve been here for some time
And not enough
Like peace descends from anarchy
I’m waiting for mine to be
Patient, wise & free
Speechless

But I’m so…
I don’t know
Where you go I should follow
At least that’s what I’ll say
You will go so much farther
Then I go anyway, hey, hey
And I’m so…

I don’t know
I don’t know

Overall Meaning

In the song "I Don't Know Why" by Andy & David Williams, the lyrics suggest feelings of confusion and uncertainty. The opening lines describe the hearth rug in the home, which has been charred - this could be seen as a metaphor for damage that has been done while waiting for something to happen. The author acknowledges having been in this place for some time, and yet still feels like they haven't experienced enough. In the same way peace can arise from chaos, the author is waiting for their life to fall into place.

The chorus is particularly poignant because it highlights the singer's sense of inadequacy. They admit that they don't know where to go, but plan on following someone they think has a plan. They also fear being left behind while others branch out and succeed. The overall message in the song is that the author is lost and unsure of how to move forward, but that they are still hopeful and willing to try.

Line by Line Meaning

The liberal charring of
The excessive burning of

This home's hearth rug
The rug in the hearth of this house

Tells me I've been here for some time
Indicates that I have spent a lot of time here

And not enough
But it still doesn't feel like sufficient time

Like peace descends from anarchy
Like tranquility arises from chaos

I'm waiting for mine to be
I'm waiting for my peace to come

Patient, wise & free
To be composed, intelligent and at liberty

Speechless
Speechless

But I'm so...
But I'm so...

I don't know
I'm unsure

Where you go I should follow
I must go after you wherever you go