They Don't Know
Chris Brown feat. Aaliyah Lyrics
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Say they saw (A-A-to the L-I-Y-A-H)
I don't think they know, how could they know
I don't think they know the truth
Say they saw
I don't think they know, how could they know
Don't let them tell you any different
I owe it all to you
Yea yea yeah they don't know about us, they don't know about it
And as much as I messed up, always give me your best love
Yea yea yeah they don't know about us, they don't know about it
Sometimes I wonder what I did to deserve you
Yea yea yeah they don't know about us, they don't know about it
They gon' talk about it (gon' talk about it)
Gon' try to change your mind about it
Gon' tell you things you don't wanna hear
But we good (don't worry 'bout it)
So when they talk about (they talk about it)
Just let 'em know we already got it
Just tell 'em that we gon' work at it, we good (don't worry 'bout it)
I don't think they know the truth
Say they saw
I don't think they know, how could they know
I don't think they know the truth
Say they saw
I don't think they know, how could they know
Don't listen to (how could they know?)
What people say (how could they know?)
They don't know about (how could they know?)
'Bout you and me (how could they know?)
At my best you love me
Yea yea yeah they don't know about us, they don't know about it
Even though I act my worse
Yea yea yeah they don't know about us, they don't know about it
And I know that it's different, feels like we're best friends, we connected
They don't know about us, they don't know about it
What did I do to deserve you
Yea yea yeah they don't know about us, they don't know about it
They gon' talk about it (gon' talk about it)
Gon' try to change your mind about it
Gon' tell you things you don't wanna hear
But we good (don't worry 'bout it)
So when they talk about (they talk about it)
Just let 'em know we already got it
Just tell 'em that we gon' work at it, we good (don't worry 'bout it)
I don't think they know the truth
Say they saw
I don't think they know, how could they know
I don't think they know the truth (say they saw)
Say they saw
I don't think they know, how could they know
Don't listen to (how could they know?)
What people say (how could they know?)
They don't know about (how could they know?)
'Bout you and me
How could they know?
How could they know?
They don't know about us, they don't know about it (how could they know?)
How could they know?
They don't know about us, they don't know about it (how could they know?)
I thank you for the autographs
And the cheers over the years
You stood by me, you didn't doubt me
I think you want some more
I do more than sing
I'm older now, actin' now
Plus I got my own movie now (ooh yeah)
After all the awards
That they gave me, you stood by me
You didn't play me, you didn't doubt me
Think you want some more
I truly believe that
If it wasn't all for you
I don't know what I would do
I don't think they know the truth
Say they saw
I don't think they know, how could they know
I don't think they know the truth (they don't know)
Say they saw
I don't think they know, how could they know
Don't listen to (how could they know?)
What people say (how could they know?)
They don't know about (how could they know?) (they don't know about us, babe)
'Bout you and me (how could they know?)
The song "Don't Think They Know" by Chris Brown, features the late R&B singer Aaliyah's sample from her song, "They Don't Know." The lyrics of the song reflect on the trials of a tumultuous relationship in the public eye. Brown questions whether people truly know the truth about their relationship, and encourages his partner not to pay attention to the rumors and gossip that circulate. It is likely that Brown's own experiences with his highly-publicized and controversial relationships gives the lyrics a personal and reflective tone.
The repetition of the phrase "I don't think they know" emphasizes the idea that outsiders cannot understand the complexities of their relationship. The sample from Aaliyah's song adds a different dimension to the track as Brown seems to be paying a tribute to the late singer’s work. The chorus of the song speaks to the strength of the relationship between Brown and his partner in the face of outside pressure. The track ends with Brown thanking his supporters for sticking by him throughout his career, and acknowledging their contributions to his success.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't think they know the truth
People don't know the truth about me and you
Say they saw (A-A-to the L-I-Y-A-H)
Referring to the late singer Aaliyah, who is remembered and honored but not relevant to our relationship
I don't think they know, how could they know
Again, explaining that outsiders cannot possibly know the truth about us
Don't let them tell you any different
Do not let others influence your perception of us
Yea yea yeah they don't know about us, they don't know about it
People do not understand our relationship and what we have
I owe it all to you
I am grateful for your support and loyalty
And as much as I messed up, always give me your best love
Even when I make mistakes, you constantly show me love
Sometimes I wonder what I did to deserve you
I am amazed by how great you are and feel undeserving of your love
They gon' talk about it (gon' talk about it)
Others will gossip and spread rumors about our relationship
Gon' try to change your mind about it
They will attempt to make you think differently about our relationship
Gon' tell you things you don't wanna hear
They will say things that are hurtful and untrue
But we good (don't worry 'bout it)
We are strong and can handle the negativity
Just let 'em know we already got it
Inform them that we are already content with what we have
Just tell 'em that we gon' work at it, we good (don't worry 'bout it)
Remind them that we are committed to each other and will work through any issues
Don't listen to (how could they know?)
Ignore the opinions of others because they are not aware of the truth
What people say (how could they know?)
People do not have access to our relationship and are unable to form accurate opinions
'Bout you and me (how could they know?)
They cannot possibly understand the complexity of our relationship
At my best you love me
You show unwavering love and support when I am at my best
Even though I act my worse
You still stand by me even when I am not my best self
And I know that it's different, feels like we're best friends, we connected
Our relationship is unique and strong - we have a deep connection like best friends
I thank you for the autographs
A switch in topic to gratitude for the support of his fans
And the cheers over the years
Continuation of gratitude for fan support
You stood by me, you didn't doubt me
Acknowledging the loyalty of his fans
Think you want some more
Believes that his fans want more from him
I truly believe that
A sincere belief
If it wasn't all for you
Acknowledgement of the impact his fans have had on his success
They don't know about (how could they know?) (they don't know about us, babe)
Final emphasis that outsiders cannot fathom the depth of their relationship
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Jonathan David Buck, Tim Kelley, Jeffery Leon Walker Jr., Benjamin Bush, Maurice Nathan Simmonds, Bob Hope Robinson, Melvin II Hough, Rivelino Raulo Wouter
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@dorianwhite1990
Who else is here in 2023 jamming to this masterpiece 🔥🔥🔥🔥
@katerina8313
Here I m
@oluchibiereagu879
Me
@ant1962
Barz! 😆
@user-ke2hm8pn3d
Yep
@tadi7642
Me
@jordangeorge7042
This song is a absolute masterpiece. Glad someone gave Aaliyah respect she's earned. It's unfortunate that she was taken from this world way to early she would've been still pumping out hit records for sure. R.I.P AALIYAH YOU'LL BE MISSED
@Ecuador-ir1zy
Chris brown and aaliyah ❤.. What a sexy couple 🙏🥰
@Tyrone.W.Canterbury
@@Ecuador-ir1zyNO, Aaliyah's face was too pretty to be punched..
@neene7
@@synax1368aaliyah wouldnt have been hitting him to get that reaction