What to Do
Calvin Fowler Lyrics


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(Do, yeah, yeah)
(We know what to do, yeah, yeah)
(We know what to do, yeah, yeah)
(We know what to-)
Do

Hey you, I see you over there
I know this prolly ain't so new, but I'm trying not to stare
You look so fine too (Fine too)
Wanna make you my boo (My boo)
But you got me feeling some type of way when you not here

Like ooh
I'm sorry but I'm really missing you
And you don't seem to have a fucking clue
Maybe we should go back to the room
We know what to do

We know what to do (Yeah, yeah)
We know what to do (Yeah, yeah)
We know what to do (Yeah, yeah)
We know what to do

I been into you for quite some time now
I know that something ain't right
I'm beginning to want to rewind now
I need you like out of my life
But it's hard for me to let go
So I been taking it slow
But baby sometimes I'm out of control

Sometimes I'm feeling like I'm going too far
And it hurts because I'm trying not to damage both our hearts
If I told you then you might not feel the same
But I'm trying, I'm trying it again

Like ooh
I'm sorry but I'm really missing you
And you don't seem to have a fucking clue
Maybe we should go back to the room
We know what to do

We know what to do (Yeah, yeah)
We know what to do (Yeah, yeah)
We know what to do (Yeah, yeah)
We know what to do

We know what to do (Yeah, yeah)
We know what to do (Yeah, yeah)
We know what to do (Yeah, yeah)
We know what to do

(Do, yeah, yeah)
(We know what to do, yeah, yeah)




(We know what to do, yeah, yeah)
(We know what to do)

Overall Meaning

The song "What to Do" by Calvin Fowler explores the emotions and desires of unrequited love. The lyrics describe the singer's attraction to someone who may not be aware of their feelings. The singer acknowledges the appeal of the person, expressing their desire to be in a romantic relationship with them ("Wanna make you my boo"), but also feeling the pain of their absence and the longing to be with them. The repetitive line "We know what to do" conveys the understanding that both parties are aware of their chemistry and what could potentially happen between them if they were to be alone together.


The lyrics also hint at the singer's internal struggle and confusion. They mention feeling like they are going too far and potentially causing damage to both their hearts, suggesting a fear of rejection or unreciprocated feelings. Despite this fear, the singer expresses their determination to keep trying, to keep pursuing the person they desire, even though it may result in vulnerability and heartache.


Ultimately, "What to Do" captures the complexities of unrequited love, the conflicting emotions of desire and fear, and the willingness to take risks and put feelings on the line.


Line by Line Meaning

(Do, yeah, yeah)
Repeating the phrase to establish the rhythm and tone of the song.


(We know what to do, yeah, yeah)
We are aware of how to handle the situation at hand.


(We know what to do, yeah, yeah)
We understand the appropriate actions to take in this situation.


(We know what to-)
We have the knowledge and experience to handle this.


Do
Take action and do what needs to be done.


Hey you, I see you over there
I notice you standing in that spot.


I know this prolly ain't so new, but I'm trying not to stare
Although I may have seen this before, I'm making an effort not to gaze.


You look so fine too (Fine too)
You appear incredibly attractive.


Wanna make you my boo (My boo)
I desire for you to become my significant other.


But you got me feeling some type of way when you not here
You evoke strong emotions within me when you're absent.


Like ooh
Expressing a feeling of longing or desire.


I'm sorry but I'm really missing you
Apologizing for the intense longing and yearning I feel in your absence.


And you don't seem to have a fucking clue
You appear to be unaware of the depth of my feelings for you.


Maybe we should go back to the room
Perhaps we should return to a more intimate setting.


We know what to do
We are aware of how to handle this situation in an intimate context.


I been into you for quite some time now
I have been attracted to you for a considerable amount of time.


I know that something ain't right
I am aware that something is not as it should be.


I'm beginning to want to rewind now
I have a growing desire to go back to a previous state.


I need you like out of my life
I have a strong need for you to no longer be a part of my life.


But it's hard for me to let go
I find it difficult to detach myself from you.


So I been taking it slow
I have been proceeding cautiously and unhurriedly.


But baby sometimes I'm out of control
However, there are moments when I lose restraint and become overwhelmed.


Sometimes I'm feeling like I'm going too far
Occasionally, I worry that I am crossing boundaries.


And it hurts because I'm trying not to damage both our hearts
It pains me because I am attempting to avoid causing emotional harm to both of us.


If I told you then you might not feel the same
If I were to express my true feelings, you may not reciprocate them.


But I'm trying, I'm trying it again
Nevertheless, I am making an effort and attempting once more.


(Do, yeah, yeah)
Repeating the phrase to emphasize the call to action.


(We know what to do, yeah, yeah)
We are aware of the appropriate course of action.


(We know what to do, yeah, yeah)
We have the knowledge and understanding to handle this situation.


(We know what to do)
We possess the necessary knowledge and experience to handle this.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Calvin Fowler

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liv

How hasn’t this got more views?🥺💕💕

Tajmir Graves

THIS SLAPS!!!

mithun

👌👏👏

Rodriguez

❤❤😭😭😭

Juan Rodriguez

😍😍😋

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main coasters

wish this was my song ): I could kill this (I’ll make a cover

cameron turner

this shit bangs, what do u use to record?

Calvin Fowler

cam turner thank u! i actually just used my phone and apple earbuds for this and mixed it. for the instrumental i got inspiration from one of ariana’s unreleased snippets “in the moment”

cameron turner

Calvin Fowler that’s my favorite unreleased song of hers!😭😭

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