I Wanna Know
Best Coast Lyrics


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Draw names deep in the sand, holding onto each others' hands
I wanna know, I wanna know
I wanna know, I wanna know

Telling lies, it's a big surprise, gazing deep into each others' eyes
I wanna know, I wanna know
I wanna know, I wanna know
It's a mystery to me, how much you really love me
I wanna know, I wanna know
I wanna know, I wanna know

And though I see ya' every night I never wanna leave your sight
I wanna know, I wanna know
I wanna know, I wanna know

It's alarming how charming you can be
And though I know it's wrong I've done it all along
But now it's time to say

Baby goodbye
Baby goodbye

I saw you out just the other day, I didn't have a clue what to say
I wanna know, I wanna know
I wanna know, I wanna know

I miss the way you held me tight, I even miss our stupid fights
I wanna know, I wanna know
I wanna know, I wanna know

It's alarming how charming you can be
And though I know it's wrong I've done it all along
But now it's time to say

Baby goodbye
Baby goodbye

You can have me everyday or we can go our separate ways
You can have me everyday or we can go our separate ways
You can have me everyday or we can go our separate ways
You can have me everyday

Baby goodbye
Baby goodbye
Baby goodbye
Baby goodbye
Baby goodbye
Baby goodbye




Baby goodbye
Baby goodbye

Overall Meaning

The song I Wanna Know by Best Coast is a reflective piece on a past relationship. The lyrics are melancholy and emotive, conveying the yearning of the singer for the love they once shared with their former partner. The opening verse sets the scene of a romantic moment on the beach, with the two lovers drawing names in the sand and holding onto each other's hands. The repeated refrain of "I wanna know" indicates a desire for clarity and answers, highlighting a feeling of confusion and uncertainty that the singer is struggling with.


The second verse speaks to the complexity of the relationship, with the singer recognizing that their partner has lied to them at times. Despite this, they still feel an intense connection and are drawn to gaze deeply into each other's eyes. The chorus emphasizes the mystery of love and the desire to know how much the partner truly loves them. The singer is torn between the pull of the relationship and a sense of awareness that it may not be healthy for them.


The song's bridge brings in a sense of regret and mourning for what once was. The singer acknowledges how charming their partner could be, but recognizes the wrongness of the relationship and the need to say goodbye. The final verse continues to evoke memories of the past, with the singer recounting a recent encounter with their former partner and their longing for the relationship to be rekindled. However, the repetition of "baby goodbye" indicates a sense of finality and closure to the relationship.


Line by Line Meaning

Draw names deep in the sand, holding onto each others' hands
Immersed in love, two people engrave their names in the sand, holding each other's hand and feeling the moment.


Telling lies, it's a big surprise, gazing deep into each others' eyes
Despite not being completely honest with each other, the couple share intimate gazes and have built a deep connection.


It's a mystery to me, how much you really love me
Even though they are entirely invested in each other, one partner is unsure about the depth of the other's feelings.


And though I see ya' every night I never wanna leave your sight
Although they see each other often, they never tire of being in each other's presence and want to stay together always.


It's alarming how charming you can be
One partner is aware of the other's charms and finds it surprising how easily they fall for them.


But now it's time to say, Baby goodbye
It's time to part ways, acknowledging that despite all the beauty, it's not meant to be.


I saw you out just the other day, I didn't have a clue what to say
One partner ran into the other, and despite all the love they shared, they no longer have the same things to talk about.


I miss the way you held me tight, I even miss our stupid fights
Looking back, the artist can't help but recall the times they spent together, even the petty arguments that now seem silly.


You can have me everyday or we can go our separate ways
One partner leaves the decision to the other, whether they want to continue their relationship or go their separate ways.


Baby goodbye
The song ends with a final farewell, suggesting that it's time to move on and part ways.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BETHANY COSENTINO

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Comments from YouTube:

GameGuy 504

Wow, I am loving this new album. Best Coast you rock!!

TheBlackAdder42

"I wanna know" why is this EP is so wonderful

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Draw names deep in the sand, holding onto each other's hands
I wanna know [3x]

Telling lies, it's a big surprise, gazing deep into each other's eyes
I wanna know [3x]

It's a mystery to me, how much you really love me
I wanna know [3x]

And though I see ya' every night I never wanna leave your sight
I wanna know [3x]

It's alarming how charming you can be 
And though I know it's wrong I've done it all along
But now it's time to say:

Baby goodbye
Baby goodbye

I saw you out just the other day, I didn't have a clue what to say
I wanna know [3x]

I miss the way you held me tight, I even miss our stupid fights
I wanna know [3x]

It's alarming how charming you can be 
And though I know its wrong I've done it all along
But now it's time to say:

Baby goodbye
Baby goodbye

You can have me everyday or we can go our separate ways [3x]
You can have me everyday

Baby goodbye [8x]

Steven Johnson

and four hours later...

PrinceyBc

Best Coast your sound has changed big time since Crazy for You, but in a very good way.

Riley Patten

Wicked

Joanna Barrientos

Is this the official album cover??

PrinceyBc

Yes it is.

mohawk k

Cj, yr killing me, I miss you..

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