Don't Explain
Angela McCluskey & Tryptich Lyrics

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Hush now
Don't explain
Just say you'll remain
I'm glad your back
Don't explain

Quiet
Don't explain

What is there to gain
Skip that lipstick
Don't explain

You know that I love you
And what love endures
All my thoughts are of you
For I'm so completely yours

Cry to hear folks chatter
And I know you cheat
Right or wrong, don't matter
When I'm with you sweet

Hush now
Don't explain
My life's yours love
Don't explain
You know that I love you
And what love endures
All my thoughts are of you
For I'm so completely yours
Cry to hear folks chatter
And I know you cheat
Right or wrong, don't matter
When I'm with you sweet

Hush now
Don't explain
You're my joy and pain
My life's yours love

Don't explain
Don't explain

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Angela McCluskey & Tryptich's song "Don't Explain" are a plea from a lover to their partner to not explain their recent absence or their actions. The singer implores their partner to simply say they'll remain and that they're glad to be back. The singer doesn't want to hear any justifications or excuses for the partner's actions - they just want them to stay and be with them.

The second verse continues this theme, with the singer insisting that there's nothing to gain from explaining. They want their partner to skip using lipstick and to simply be present with them. The chorus comes back in, with the singer affirming their love and devotion despite hearing people gossip and knowing that their partner cheats.

Overall, the song is a poignant reflection on the complexities of love and relationships. The singer acknowledges the imperfections and struggles of their relationship, but ultimately chooses to focus on the love they share and the joy and pain that comes with it.

Line by Line Meaning

Hush now
Please be silent and calm

Don't explain
There's no need to offer excuses or justifications

Just say you'll remain
Tell me you'll stay with me

I'm glad your back
I'm happy that you've returned to me

Quiet
Please be silent and calm

What is there to gain
What benefit is there in explaining?

Skip that lipstick
Don't bother trying to pretty up the situation

You know that I love you
You're aware that I have deep affection for you

And what love endures
Love is able to withstand whatever hardships may come

All my thoughts are of you
You're all I can think of

For I'm so completely yours
I am entirely devoted to you