In 2003, he signed to Capitol Nashville and released his eponymous debut album. Both it and its follow-up, 2005's Modern Day Drifter, are certified platinum in the United States. A third album, 2006's Long Trip Alone, is certified gold. It was followed in mid-2008 by a greatest hits package. His fourth album, Feel That Fire was released in February 2009. A bluegrass album, Up on the Ridge, was released on June 8, 2010; a sixth album, Home, followed in February 2012, as did a seventh one, Riser, in 2014. Bentley's eighth album, entitled Black, was released in May 2016. His ninth and most recent studio album, The Mountain, was released on June 8, 2018.
Why Do I Feel
Dierks Bentley Lyrics
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Why can't I just let a good thing be?
Is it just me, something don't seem right
In my whole life I've never been so close to anyone, anything, some girl I know
I gotta let go and give up the fight
You keep talking like everything's gonna be alright
So why do I feel like you're slipping away?So dark in my heart girl
Too many times torn apart girl
I wanna believe what you're trying to say
Girl I'm trying to listen
Don't want my suspicions to drive you away
Why do I, why do I keep messing with a good thing?
Why do I feel?
Trying to understand, explain everything
Over analyze us like we're some game
Trying to find pain
Where there's only love
It's maybe just that I've never been this far
Never walked through so many open doors
And when I get more, it's never enough
You and me babe
I know we're right as rain
So why do I feel like you're slipping away?
So dark in my heart girl
Too many times torn apart girl
I wanna believe what you're trying to say
Girl I'm trying to listen
Don't want my suspicions to drive you away
Why do I, why do I keep messing with a good thing?
Why do I feel like that when it feels like this?
Better than the best it's ever been
Lost in your body here in the dark
Your fingers, my skin: a match and a spark
I told myself I'd make a brand new start
I wanna believe what you're trying to say
Girl I'm trying to listen
Don't want my suspicions to drive you away
Yeah, I'm trying to listen
Don't want my suspicions to drive you away
Why do I, why do I keep messing with a good thing?
Why do I feel?
Why do I feel?
The lyrics of Dierks Bentley's song "Why Do I Feel" delve deep into the complexities of relationships and the inner turmoil that can arise when faced with uncertainty and fear of losing someone close. In the first verse, the singer expresses a sense of unease and vulnerability, questioning why he struggles to accept a good thing without constantly seeking reassurance. The lyrics convey a conflicted emotion, as he acknowledges feeling a strong connection to a certain girl but also grappling with doubts and a fear of losing her.
As the song progresses, the singer confronts his own insecurities and tendency to overanalyze the relationship, likening it to a game where he may be searching for pain where there is only love. The lyrics reflect a sense of bewilderment at being in such uncharted territory, walking through new doors and experiencing emotions he has never felt before. Despite wanting to fully embrace the love and connection he shares with the girl, his inner turmoil and doubts continue to plague him, leading to a constant struggle to maintain the relationship.
The chorus emphasizes the singer's feelings of impending loss and darkness in his heart, as he questions why he perceives the girl as slipping away despite their strong bond. The repeated refrain "Why do I feel?" highlights his confusion and internal conflict, as he grapples with the fear of driving her away due to his suspicions and insecurities. The lyrics suggest a poignant plea for understanding and a yearning to fully trust in the love and reassurance being offered by the girl.
In the final verses, there is a sense of resolution and determination as the singer vows to make a fresh start and let go of his doubts. The imagery of being lost in the girl's embrace and the metaphor of their connection as a match and a spark conveys a deep sense of intimacy and passion. Despite his struggles and uncertainties, the singer ultimately expresses a desire to believe in the girl's words and to overcome his inner turmoil in order to sustain their relationship. The song encapsulates a poignant exploration of love, fear, and vulnerability, highlighting the internal struggles that can arise in the depths of a close connection.
Line by Line Meaning
How much reassurance does a man need?
Why is it necessary for a man to constantly seek reassurance?
Why can't I just let a good thing be?
Why do I struggle to accept and appreciate the good things in my life?
Is it just me, something don't seem right
Am I the only one feeling that something is wrong?
In my whole life I've never been so close to anyone, anything, some girl I know
I have never felt as connected to anyone or anything as I do with this girl.
I gotta let go and give up the fight
I need to stop holding on and stop resisting.
You keep talking like everything's gonna be alright
You reassure me that things will be okay.
Trying to understand, explain everything
Attempting to make sense of everything and provide explanations.
Over analyze us like we're some game
Examining our relationship in excessive detail as if it were a game.
Trying to find pain
Seeking out pain and negativity in our relationship.
Where there's only love
In a situation where there is only love present.
It's maybe just that I've never been this far
Perhaps it's because I have never felt this deeply before.
Never walked through so many open doors
I have never had so many opportunities presented to me.
And when I get more, it's never enough
Even when I receive more, it never seems to be sufficient.
Why do I feel like that when it feels like this?
Why do I experience negativity when everything feels positive?
Better than the best it's ever been
This situation is even better than anything before.
Lost in your body here in the dark
Engrossed in your physical presence in the darkness.
Your fingers, my skin: a match and a spark
The touch of your fingers on my skin ignites a powerful connection.
I told myself I'd make a brand new start
I promised myself a fresh beginning.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, AMPLIFIED ADMINISTRATION, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: DIERKS BENTLEY, ROSS COPPERMAN, DAN WILSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@mignonvanderwalt2462
How much reassurance does a man need?
Why can't I just let a good thing be?
Is it just me, something don't seem right
In my whole life I've never been so close to anyone, anything, some girl I know
I gotta let go and give up the fight
You keep talking like everything's gonna be alright
So why do I feel like you're slipping away?
So dark in my heart girl
Too many times torn apart girl
I wanna believe what you're trying to say
Girl I'm trying to listen
Don't want my suspicions to drive you away
Why do I, why do I keep messing with a good thing?
Why do I feel?
Trying to understand, explain everything
Over analyze us like we're some game
Trying to find pain
Where there's only love
It's maybe just that I've never been this far
Never walked through so many open…
@sallyc3227
DIERKS BENTLEY (2016) – WHY DO I FEEL (Traducción)
How much reassurance does a man need?
¿Cuánta seguridad necesita un hombre?
Why can't I just let a good thing be?
¿Por qué no puedo dejar simplemente que lo bueno suceda?
Is it just me? Something don't seem right
¿Soy yo? Algo parece que no está bien
In my whole life I've never been so close to anyone, anything, some girl I know
En mi vida entera nunca he estado tan cerca de nadie, nada, alguna chica, lo sé
I gotta let go and give up the fight
Tengo que dejarlo correr y renunciar al enfrentamiento
You keep talking like everything's gonna be alright
Tú sigues hablando como si todo fuera a estar bien
So why do I feel like you're slipping away?
Así que ¿por qué siento que te estás escabullendo?
So dark in my heart girl
Tanta oscuridad en mi corazón nena
Too many times torn apart girl
Demasiadas veces destrozado nena
I wanna believe what you're trying to say
Quiero creer lo que estás tratando de decirme
Girl I'm trying to listen
Nena estoy tratando de escuchar
Don't want my suspicions to drive you away
No quiero que mis sospechas te alejen
Why do I, why do I keep messing with a good thing?
¿Por qué, por qué sigo estropeando lo bueno?
Why do I feel?
¿Por qué me afecta?
Trying to understand, explain everything
Tratando de entender, explicarlo todo
Over analyze us like we're some game
Sin parar nos analizo como si estuviésemos en algún juego
Trying to find pain, where there's only love
Tratando de hallar dolor, donde sólo hay amor
It's maybe just that I've never been this far
Quizás es que nunca he llegado tan lejos
Never walked through so many open doors
Nunca traspasé tantas puertas abiertas
And when I get more, it's never enough
Y cuando consigo más, nunca es bastante
You and me babe
Tú y yo cariño
I know we're right as rain
Sé que estamos bien
So why do I feel like you're slipping away?
Así que ¿por qué siento que te estás escabullendo?
So dark in my heart girl
Tanta oscuridad en mi corazón nena
Too many times torn apart girl
Demasiadas veces destrozado nena
I wanna believe what you're trying to say
Quiero creer lo que estás tratando de decirme
Girl I'm trying to listen
Nena estoy tratando de escuchar
Don't want my suspicions to drive you away
No quiero que mis sospechas te alejen
Why do I, why do I keep messing with a good thing?
¿Por qué, por qué sigo estropeando lo bueno?
Why do I feel like that when it feels like this?
¿Por qué me siento de esta manera cuando esto se siente así?
Better than the best it's ever been
Mejor que lo mejor que jamás haya habido
Lost in your body here in the dark
Perdido en tu cuerpo aquí en la oscuridad
Your fingers, my skin: a match and a spark
Tus dedos, mi piel: una cerilla y una chispa
I told myself I'd make a brand new start
Me dije que empezaría de cero
I wanna believe what you're trying to say
Quiero creer lo que estás tratando de decirme
Girl I'm trying to listen
Nena estoy tratando de escuchar
Don't want my suspicions to drive you away
No quiero que mis sospechas te alejen
Yeah, I'm trying to listen
Sí, estoy tratando de escuchar
Don't want my suspicions to drive you away
No quiero que mis sospechas te alejen
Why do I, why do I keep messing with a good thing?
¿Por qué, por qué sigo estropeando lo bueno?
Why do I feel?
¿Por qué me afecta?
Why do I feel?
¿Por qué me afecta?
@Life_with_V_
this song is so heartfelt...says everything you can't when you're down, hopelessly heartbroken but still in love..just love his music
@dawnmanning8539
This song is the impossible dream of love that defeats itself. It is the opposite of faith...feeling that suspects and doubts. There cannot be fear in LOVE.
@samanthablount139
This guy is amazing. I wish all men and women were as true as he is. He is married to his 8th grade crush. When in the hell does that happen in the real world much less a major singer.
@SidhantTomerWWE2017
Plug In Headphones Listen To Dierk Bentley..
Never Stop..
@caffeinatednation8885
Life tips. :D
@salinab2586
pretty much
@1ashntim
Salina B yes indeed
@lanajohnson373
Sidhant Tomer WWE m
@beccal.m.2237
Alllll daaayyyyyy!!!😍😍😍😄❤
@thisissparta8884
The words written in this song hit home for a lot of us. Amazing song.