Anna Wise began her musical career with the band Sonnymoon, a collaboration with her and Dane Orr, who both met while studying at Berklee College of Music. She is part of the group Built To Fade alongside Dane Ferguson, Zoë Wick and Kno of CunninLynguists.
What's Up With You?
Anna Wise Lyrics
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Don't take my hand if you're not sure of what you want
Don't be that man who makes some mockery of love
Swipe left, swipe right
He pounded or can't get it up
Don't use my life if you can't handle the puff
What's up with you?
What's up with you?
What's up with you?
What's up with you?
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You boast of all that you have in store for me
But when time comes, you don't know how to please
What's up with you making promises you won't keep
Just so you can say you were inside of me?
Why do you think what you did for her will work for me?
Why do you make me feel crazy for telling you what I need?
What's up with you?
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The lyrics to Anna Wise's song "What's Up With You?" describe a woman who is tired of men playing games and not living up to their promises in relationships. The opening lines caution men against leading women on if they are uncertain about what they want, and the chorus repeatedly asks "what's up with you?" as if to question why they cannot commit or be genuine in their affections.
The use of the phrase "swipe left, swipe right" alludes to the popular swiping motion on dating apps that allow users to easily reject or accept potential matches. This line suggests that men are often quick to judge and dismiss women without taking the time to truly understand them, leading to a series of shallow and meaningless encounters.
The second verse highlights the frustration that comes with men making empty promises and not following through on them. It questions why men assume that the same actions that worked on one woman will work on every other woman, disregarding the unique needs and desires of each individual.
Overall, the song is a commentary on the modern dating landscape and the struggle to find authentic connections in a world where people are often more concerned with appearances than genuine intimacy.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't take my hand if you're not sure of what you want
Do not lead me on if you do not have a clear idea of what you desire.
Don't be that man who makes some mockery of love
Please do not become the kind of person who ridicules love.
He pounded or can't get it up
He appears to be overly dominant, potentially compensating for his perceived inadequacies.
Don't use my life if you can't handle the puff
Please refrain from involving yourself in my life if you cannot tolerate the lifestyle choices I make.
You boast of all that you have in store for me
You speak confidently about all that you will offer me.
But when time comes, you don't know how to please
When the moment arrives, you prove unable to satisfy me.
What's up with you making promises you won't keep
Why do you make commitments that you have no intention of honoring?
Just so you can say you were inside of me?
Do you only make these promises so that you can boast about having been intimate with me?
Why do you think what you did for her will work for me?
Why do you assume that the approach that appealed to someone else will also work on me?
Why do you make me feel crazy for telling you what I need?
Why do you belittle me for expressing my genuine needs and desires?
What's up with you?
What is your problem or issue?
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What is wrong with you?
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What bothers, concerns, or confuses you?
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What is your deal?
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What is going on with you?
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What is the matter with you?
Lyrics © Songtrust Ave
Written by: Anna Christine Wise, Emma Kanter, Ringgo Ancheta, Kaley Puckett, Dane
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Ken The Poet
Wow... This song has me asking myself, "what's up with you".... Reviewing promises I've made myself and how I've either delivered or haven't delivered on them. 🙏😭 gotta love me before I can love a lover wholly. I'm learning Anna. Thank you for this beautiful reflection! Your voice ushers the listener in the world you convey through song. I love it! Much love and much light to you and all your endeavors! 🙏😊🎶
Frederick Russell II
One if the most relatable songs in this day an age
FITNESS BOI BASTIAN
OMFG I have been missing the hell out of you and you definitely delivered with this one 😍😍😍😍😍
Jermaine Woodard Jr.
Every time you open your mouth to sing....my soul becomes a little more whole and satisfied. DEFINITELY one of my favorite artists of all-time. It’s not hard to draw this conclusion at 25 y/o.
Rachel
came here to send this to someone, and realized I’ve never had the pleasure of listening to this one live- love you, love this 😭🥰
Elijah Maier
Stunning performance as always.
Natalie Simms
Love this, very underrated.
number3
Love this song! Reminds me of Feist and Esthero mixed into one. Also loving the sounds of breathing.
Love love love
Tyler Jimenez
Artists this talented aren’t famous by choice. You’ll see it a lot the deeper you explore.
Kgosi Letimile
I wish I had words for how good this song is