What You Want
August Eve Lyrics
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Wanted a story to tell
But then it, it got dark and there was no one else but you
Even though I stay
Something told me I should turn away
Cuz I know what you want from me
Yeah I know what you want from me
I don't wanna stay in the love we thieve
Just a memory swimming through my veins
It's nothing that I feel that time can't take away
I don't wanna hear the truth
And what you try to tell me ain't no use
Cuz I know what you want from me
I know it's a lie how we say we're free
Yeah I know what you want from me
I don't wanna stay in the love we thieve
I'm not scared but I'd like to be
I can't feel what I don't believe
The way we run has got a hold on me
The way we run has got a hold on me oh
I know what you want from me
I know it's a lie how we say we're free
Yeah I know what you want from me
I don't wanna stay in the love we thieve
Yeah I know what you want from me
I know it's a lie how we say we're free
Yeah I know what you want from me
I don't wanna stay in the love we thieve
The song "What You Want" by August Eve is a reflection of the singer's inner struggle between staying with someone who is not good for her and leaving the relationship. The lyrics describe the singer's journey towards self-awareness and her realization that the person she is with is not being truthful about their relationship. She is aware that the love they share is based on a lie, and she doesn't want to stay in a relationship where they are stealing love from each other.
The first part of the song explains how the singer left home hoping to have a story to share, but as the night grew darker, the only person she had was the person she was with, indicating her dependency on this person. She admits that although she stayed for a while, something in her compelled her to turn away from this relationship. She knows what this person wants from her, but she doesn't want to stay and indulge in the love they are stealing from each other.
The chorus repeats the understanding that the singer knows what this person wants from her, and even though they claim to be free, they are bound by the lies they are telling each other. The singer's fear of leaving and not being able to believe in love again is the reason she stays. But at the same time, she is aware that the way they have been running has a hold on her, meaning that this cycle of lies and stealing love is preventing her from moving on.
Line by Line Meaning
Left home on luck
I left without a plan, hoping for the best.
Wanted a story to tell
I was seeking an adventure worth sharing.
But then it, it got dark and there was no one else but you
Things took a turn and you were the only one around to help.
Even though I stay
Despite sticking around,
Something told me I should turn away
My instincts were warning me to leave.
Cuz I know what you want from me
I understand your intentions towards me.
I know it's a lie how we say we're free
We're pretending to be free when we're really trapped.
Yeah I know what you want from me
I'm aware of your motivations towards me.
I don't wanna stay in the love we thieve
I don't want to continue to steal love from someone else's life.
Just a memory swimming through my veins
I'm holding onto a past memory that still affects me strongly.
It's nothing that I feel that time can't take away
Given enough time, the memory will fade and lose its impact.
I don't wanna hear the truth
I'm not ready to face the hard reality of the situation.
And what you try to tell me ain't no use
I won't accept your attempts to explain or convince me otherwise.
I'm not scared but I'd like to be
I don't feel particularly frightened, but it might help me make a decision.
I can't feel what I don't believe
I can't bring myself to feel something if I don't truly believe it.
The way we run has got a hold on me
Our methods of escaping are controlling me and making it hard to leave.
The way we run has got a hold on me oh
Our habit of running away is having a strong influence on me.
Yeah I know what you want from me
I'm fully aware of your intentions towards me.
I know it's a lie how we say we're free
We're not as free as we claim to be.
Yeah I know what you want from me
I'm not blind to your motivations towards me.
I don't wanna stay in the love we thieve
I don't want to continue stealing love from someone else's life.
Contributed by Mia R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@oliverrubio8538
I loved it, August Eve has all the vibe and potential of an international artist, I hope more people listen and watch this great song.
@Xglay
SOOOOOO UNDERRATEDDDDDD!!!
@kamilabugarin
Your voice makes me feel like I'm wrapped in a velvet sheet... Stunning visuals, sweet lyrics. Damn, I fucking love your music at all.
@AllvezTV
I've just have found this pearl. She's so good and has so much potencial. I hope I can see her live ❤
@mysteriousth1ef
Still in awe at how amazing this song and music video is. Hope you're still making music, August Eve!
@somacruz6893
Dope visuals. looking like a James Bond movie intro. They def need to get you to do the theme for the next Bond movie.
@SuperHero3
Brilliant! This would be perfect for a James Bond movie.
@nathanmiller5435
She is amazing truly talented. Folks, this is Richie Kotzens daughter! I love the video.
@laviniavasconcelos2970
i can't go a day without listening to august eve's songs
@leslysanchez3323
She’s so beautiful, deserves more recognition! 💗