Why don't you and I ft. Santana
Chad Kroeger Lyrics
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Like walking 'round with little wings on my shoes
My stomach's filled with the butterflies (ooh) and it's alright
Bouncin' round from cloud to cloud
I got the feeling like I'm never gonna come down
If I said I didn't like it then you'd know I'd lied
Every time I try to talk to you
Turns out that everything I say to you
Comes out wrong and never comes out right
So I'll say 'why don't you and I get together and take on the world and be together forever
Heads we will and tails we'll try again
So I say why don't you and I hold each other and fly to the moon and straight on to heaven
Cause without you they're never going to let me in
Whens this fever gonna break?
I think I've handled more than any man can take
I'm like a love-sick puppy chasin' you around
(Ooh)And it's alright
Bouncin round from cloud to cloud
I got the feeling like I'm never gonna come down
If I said I didn't like it then you'd know I'd lied
Every time I try to talk to you
I get tongue-tied
Turns out that everything I say to you
Comes out wrong and never comes out right
So I'll say 'why don't you and I get together and take on the world and be together forever
Heads we will and tails we'll try again
So I say why don't you and I hold each other and fly to the moon and straight on to heaven
Cause without you they're never going to let me in
(Only second time through)
And slowly I begin to realize this is never gonna end
Right about the same time you walk by
And I say 'Oh here we go again' oh
Every time I try to talk to you
I get tongue-tied
Turns out that everything I say to you
Comes out wrong and never comes out right
So I'll say 'why don't you and I get together and take on the world and be together forever
Heads we will and tails we'll try again
So I say why don't you and I hold each other and fly to the moon and straight on to heaven
Cause without you they're never going to let me in
So I'll say 'why don't you and I get together and take on the world and be together forever
Heads we will and tails we'll try again
So I say why don't you and I hold each other and fly to the moon and straight on to heaven
Cause without you they're never going to let me in
The song brings to life the feeling of being lovestruck and the childlike giddiness that comes with it. The lyrics tell the story of the singer who found himself falling in love with someone he just met, and he can't find the right words to express how he feels. He describes his feelings as having little wings on his shoes, feeling like he's never going to come down and having butterflies in his stomach. He recognizes that he's tongue-tied whenever he tries to communicate with her but reveals his desire to be with her forever. The entire imagery created in the lyrics is light and playful, giving listeners an insight into the beginning of a budding romance.
The chorus is one of the most memorable parts of the song and reveals the singer's desire to build a life with his crush. He proposes that they get together and take on the world while relying on the toss of a coin to decide if they should keep trying if it doesn't work initially. He emphasizes that he wants to hold her, fly to the moon and straight on to heaven; this builds on the childlike and playful nature of the song.
Overall, the song 'Why Don't You & I' is a sweet and playful soundtrack that captures the innocence of a budding romance. The lyrics bring to life the feeling of being lovestruck while also acknowledging the awkwardness that comes with trying to express your feelings to someone you like. The chorus emphasizes the desire for a lifelong commitment while also acknowledging the possibility of rejection.
Line by Line Meaning
Since the moment I spotted you
From the first time I laid eyes on you
Like walking 'round with little wings on my shoes
As if I am so elated that I could fly
My stomach's filled with the butterflies (ooh) and it's alright
I am nervous and excited at the same time, but it feels good
Bouncin' round from cloud to cloud
My happiness is so great that it feels like I am floating
I got the feeling like I'm never gonna come down
I feel like this happiness will never end
If I said I didn't like it then you'd know I'd lied
I cannot deny how much I enjoy this feeling
Every time I try to talk to you
Whenever I attempt to speak with you
I get tongue-tied
I struggle to find the right words to say
Turns out that everything I say to you
As it turns out, whatever I express to you
Comes out wrong and never comes out right
I always seem to say the wrong thing
So I'll say 'why don't you and I get together and take on the world and be together forever
Therefore, I propose that we unite and face any challenges that come our way, staying together for eternity
Heads we will and tails we'll try again
We will either succeed or keep trying no matter what happens
So I say why don't you and I hold each other and fly to the moon and straight on to heaven
I suggest that we embrace and go on an amazing adventure together
Cause without you they're never going to let me in
If I do not have you with me, then I will never gain entry to my desired destination
And slowly I begin to realize this is never gonna end
Gradually, I come to the conclusion that this feeling will not cease
Right about the same time you walk by
Coincidentally, you cross my path at that moment
And I say 'Oh here we go again' oh
I say to myself, 'Here we go again,' as the cycle continues
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Chad Kroeger
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@braduh1
Since the moment I spotted you,
Like walking round with little wings on my shoes
My stomach's filled with the butterflies... ooo and it's alright
Bouncing round from cloud to cloud
I got the feeling like I'm never going to come down
If I said I didn't like it then you know I'd lied
ooo
Everytime I try to talk to you
I get tongue-tied
Turns out that everything I say to you
Comes out wrong and never comes out right
So I'll say 'why don't you and I get together and take on the world
and be together forever
Heads we will and tails we'll try again'
So I say 'why don't you and I hold each other and fly to the moon
and straight on to heaven
Cause without you they're never going to let me in'
When's this fever going to break?
I think I've handled more than any man can take
I'm like a love-sick puppy chasing you around
ooo and it's alright
Bouncing round from cloud to cloud
I got the feeling like I'm never going to come down
If said I didn't like it then you know I'd lied
And slowly I begin to realize this is never gonna end
Right about the same time you walk by
And I say 'Oh here we go again, oh'
@GharibLucas
Since the moment I spotted you
Like walking round with little wings on my shoes
My stomach's filled with the butterflies
Oooh, and it's alright
Bouncing round from cloud to cloud
I got the feeling like I'm never going to come down
If I said I didn't like it, then you know I'd lied
Everytime I try to talk to you
I get tongue-tied
Turns out that everything I say to you
Comes out wrong and never comes out right
So I'll say, 'Why don't you and I get together
And take on the world and be together forever?
Heads we will and tails we'll try again'
So I say, ''Why don't you and I hold each other
And fly to the moon and straight on to heaven?
Cause without you they're never going to let me in'
When's this fever going to break?
I think I've handled more than any man can take
I'm like a love-sick puppy chasing you around
Oooh, and it's alright
Bouncing round from cloud to cloud
I got the feeling like I'm never going to come down
If said I didn't like it, then you know I'd lied
Everytime I try to talk to you
I get tongue-tied
Turns out that everything I say to you
Comes out wrong and never comes out right
So I'll say, 'Why don't you and I get together
And take on the world and be together forever?
Heads we will and tails we'll try again'
So I say, 'Why don't you and I hold each other
And fly to the moon and straight on to heaven?
Cause without you they're never going to let me in'
And slowly I begin to realize this is never gonna end
Right about the same time you walk by
And I say, 'Oh, here we go again, oh'
Everytime I try to talk to you
I get tongue-tied
Turns out that everything I say to you
Comes out wrong and never comes out right
So I'll say, 'Why don't you and I get together
And take on the world and be together forever?
Heads we will and tails we'll try again'
So I say, 'Why don't you and I hold each other
And fly to the moon and straight on to heaven?
Cause without you they're never going to let me in'
So I'll say, 'Why don't you and I get together
And take on the world and be together forever?
Heads we will and tails we'll try again'
So I say, 'Why don't you and I hold each other
And fly to the moon and straight on to heaven?
Cause without you they're never going to let me in'
@chuckincharlie776
I just saw Nickleback live, and i’m incredibly puzzled about why they are such a trashed on band. Chad sounded literally the exact same as he does on albums and they were incredible live!
@marcusbruns9729
The vast majority of the general population is miserable. They have to shit on stuff others enjoy to try and make them miserable, as well.
@christianspain3015
Carlos Santana had multiple versions of this song with different vocal artists. However, I truly believe Chad's vocals were the best version hands down.
@JanRey526
Here to agree
@hardbully69
AGREE
@forensicsciencefan5645
Agreed! I don't think Alex Band's singing voice, as deep as it seemed FOR HIS PHYISICAL BUILD at the time, holds a candle on Chad Kroeger's here.
@adamcoe
Super mind blowing that the guy who wrote the song sings it the best, who knew
@marcusbruns9729
Chad wrote the song and was originally supposed to be the vocals. An issue with his record label prevented it.
@CharlieBella-ry9li
Chad Kroeger has written a song that has covered just about every event in my life. Now one for the love of my life! Thank you Sir you’re musical genius!
@tamila1082
I love, love, love Chad Kroeger's voice😍😍😍😍😍