We Can Work It Out
Béatrice Ardisson Lyrics
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Do I have to keep on talking till I can't go on?
While you see it your way,
Run the risk of knowing that our love may soon be gone.
We can work it out,
We can work it out.
Think of what you're saying.
You can get it wrong and still you think that it's alright.
We can work it out and get it straight, or say good night.
We can work it out,
We can work it out.
Life is very short, and there's no time
For fussing and fighting, my friend.
I have always thought that it's a crime,
So I will ask you once again.
Try to see it my way,
Only time will tell if I am right or I am wrong.
While you see it your way
There's a chance that we may fall apart before too long.
We can work it out,
We can work it out.
Life is very short, and there's no time
For fussing and fighting, my friend.
I have always thought that it's a crime,
So I will ask you once again.
Try to see it my way,
Only time will tell if I am right or I am wrong.
While you see it your way
There's a chance that we may fall apart before too long.
We can work it out,
We can work it out.
In Béatrice Ardisson's song We Can Work It Out, the lyrics delve into the complexities of a relationship and the importance of communication and compromise. The song is a plea for understanding, as the singer tries to convince their partner to see things from their perspective. The first verse highlights the frustration that comes with trying to constantly make a case while the other person refuses to listen. The singer acknowledges that both parties have their own viewpoints, but warns that sticking to only one could lead to the end of their love.
The chorus, "We can work it out," serves as a rallying cry, reiterating the importance of working through issues rather than letting them tear them apart. The second verse continues this message, urging the partner to think about what they're saying and considering the possibility that they could both "get it straight." The bridge offers a poignant reminder of the fleeting nature of life and the wasted time and energy that comes with fighting rather than making amends. At its core, We Can Work It Out is a call for empathy and understanding, emphasizing the necessity for healthy communication and mutual compromise.
Line by Line Meaning
Try to see it my way,
I'm asking you to see things from my perspective and understand how I feel.
Do I have to keep on talking till I can't go on?
I'm wondering if I need to keep explaining my point of view until it's understood.
While you see it your way,
I understand that you have your own opinions and beliefs.
Run the risk of knowing that our love may soon be gone.
If we continue to disagree and not find a solution, our relationship might not survive.
We can work it out,
I believe that we can find a solution through compromise and communication.
Think of what you're saying.
Please consider the weight of your words and the impact they have on me and our relationship.
You can get it wrong and still you think that it's alright.
Even if you make a mistake, you may not realize how it affects me and our relationship.
Think of what I'm saying,
I hope that you can also consider my perspective and acknowledge my feelings.
We can work it out and get it straight, or say good night.
We can either resolve our conflict and move forward or accept that we may not be able to make it work.
Life is very short, and there's no time
We don't have all the time in the world to spend fussing and fighting.
For fussing and fighting, my friend.
Arguments and disagreements only strain our relationship and cause unnecessary stress.
I have always thought that it's a crime,
I've always believed that conflict and tension in a relationship is a negative thing.
So I will ask you once again.
I want to emphasize the importance of finding a solution and resolving our differences.
There's a chance that we may fall apart before too long.
If we don't find a way to work through our issues, our relationship might not last much longer.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
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