Do you know
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In some respects, I suspect you've got a respectable side
When pushed and pulled and pressured, you still don't want to hide
But it's for someone else's benefit, not for what you wanna do
Until I realize that you've realized, I'm gonna say these words to you

Yeah, you don't know what love is, you do as you're told
Just as a child of ten might act, but you're far too old
You're not hopeless or helpless, and I hate to sound cold
But you don't know what love is, you just do as you're told

I can see a man can't help but win any problems that may arise
But in his mind there can be no sin if you never criticize
You just keep on repeating all those empty "I love you"s
Until you see you deserve better, I'm gonna lay right in to you

Yeah, you don't know what love is, you just do as you're told
Just as a child of ten might act, but you're far too old
You're not hopeless or helpless, and I hate to sound cold
But you don't know what love is
No, you don't know what love is
No, you don't know what love is, you just do as you're told





Yeah, do as you're told

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Black & White feat. Robson's song "Do You Know" discuss the idea that some people conform to societal expectations and behave in certain ways because they feel like they have to, not because they necessarily want to. The singer suspects that the person they are singing to has a respectable side, but often puts on a façade for the benefit of others. It's almost as though they have lost touch with their own desires and are only doing what they believe is expected of them. The lyrics suggest that this person doesn't really know what love is because they are so preoccupied with fulfilling these expectations rather than truly connecting with others.


The song is cautionary in tone, urging the listener not to become too complacent and to recognize if they are going through the motions in their relationships. It highlights the importance of being true to oneself, even if it means going against the grain or facing criticism. The singer wants the listener to realize that they deserve better than to simply do as they're told and hopes that their words will be a wake-up call.


Overall, the lyrics of "Do You Know" are about the danger of conforming to societal expectations and losing touch with one's own desires in the process. The song urges listeners to stay true to themselves and not settle for less than they deserve in their relationships.


Line by Line Meaning

In some respects, I suspect you've got a respectable side
I believe there are good things about your character


When pushed and pulled and pressured, you still don't want to hide
Even when faced with tough situations, you remain true to yourself


But it's for someone else's benefit, not for what you wanna do
However, you tend to please others instead of following your own desires


Until I realize that you've realized, I'm gonna say these words to you
I will keep reminding you until you understand what I'm trying to say


Yeah, you don't know what love is, you do as you're told
You lack understanding of what love truly means, and just follow instructions


Just as a child of ten might act, but you're far too old
Your behavior is similar to a 10-year-old, even though you should know better


You're not hopeless or helpless, and I hate to sound cold
I don't think you're incapable, but I must be honest with you


I can see a man can't help but win any problems that may arise
You are capable of overcoming any issues or obstacles


But in his mind there can be no sin if you never criticize
However, you tend to justify your actions and refuse to accept criticism


You just keep on repeating all those empty "I love you"s
You say 'I love you' without truly understanding its meaning or feeling it


Until you see you deserve better, I'm gonna lay right into you
I will continue to hold you accountable until you realize that you deserve more


Yeah, do as you're told
You are expected to follow orders or instructions without question




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: JACK WHITE

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@raquelbrandao1028

Gente essa música me dói na alma de tanta saudade de tudo.😭😭Sério mesmo. Antigamente era tudo muito melhor que hoje.

@vanderleigoncalvescesariog2858

Eu até choro de saudade poxa que tempo bom que não vamos viver nunca mais 😢

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Matou a pau ....sinto a mesma coisa ,chegar a doer de sdds... época incrível só quem viveu sabe o sabor kkk

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Kkkkk😂😂😂, tem q ser lembrança boa. Me lembro sim, de td q era bom…… delícia de época !! Molecada era mais alto astral, nem se falava de depressão, política dividindo amigos, bullying e essas besteiras etc….

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