What If I Knew
Dinosaur Jr. Lyrics
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All this thinking stopped [in me, from now I cannot
I can't say I wasn't warned
I've been trying but I'm torn
Is it you? Is it me you wanted to?
Is it three? What if I knew?
If you could find another way now
Waiting, fading, contemplating all my love
Penetrated by a wasteland I have become
I don't wanna go through more
I don't know what to try for
Is it you? Is it me you wanted to?
Is it three? What if I knew?
If you could find another way now
If you could go back a few more days now
Take it back, you're on the way
Take it back, you're on the way
Take it back, you're on the way
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The lyrics to Dinosaur Jr.'s song "What If I Knew" describe a person who is questioning their relationship and feeling uncertain about their future. The song opens with the line "Incomprehensible, wondering why I'm full of doubt," which sets the tone for the rest of the song. The singer is trying to work through their emotions and figure out what they truly want.
The verses describe the singer's struggles with indecision and doubt. They mention that they have been trying to make things work in their relationship, but they are torn and unsure of what to do. The chorus asks a series of questions, including "Is it you? Is it me you wanted to? Is it three? What if I knew?" These questions reflect the uncertainty of the singer's situation and their desire to know what the future holds.
The bridge of the song repeats the phrase "Take it back, you're on the way" several times. This could be interpreted as a plea to someone else to take back something they may have said or done that has contributed to the singer's uncertainty. Alternatively, it could be a mantra the singer is using to remind themselves that they are in control of their own destiny and can make changes if they want to.
Overall, "What If I Knew" is a poignant exploration of the confusion and doubt that can arise in relationships. The song's lyrics are emotive and heartfelt, and the music complements them perfectly with its melancholic, guitar-driven sound.
Line by Line Meaning
Incomprehensible wondering why I'm full of doubt
I have so many thoughts in my head that I cannot understand why I feel doubtful
All this thinking stopped, in me, from now I cannot
My constant overthinking has finally stopped but now I'm unable to do anything else
I can't say I wasn't warned
Someone warned me about something, but I can't deny I didn't hear it
I've been trying but I'm torn
I have been making an effort, but I'm still unsure which direction to take
Is it you? Is it me you wanted to? Is it three? What if I knew?
I'm uncertain about who or what someone desires, and what would happen if I knew the truth
If you could find another way now, If you could go back a few more days
I wish that someone could turn back time and find another solution to prevent chaos
Waiting, fading, contemplating all my love
I'm hesitating, losing momentum, and reflecting on all the love I have given
Penetrated by a wasteland I have become
I have become hollow inside and I feel like I am in a barren place without life or hope
I don't wanna go through more
I don't want to experience any more pain, sorrow, or hardship
I don't know what to try for
I'm unsure about what to strive for or pursue
Take it back, you're on the way
I wish someone could take back something that was done, said or experienced, and put things on the right path again
Take it back, you're on the way
I still wish someone would undo things and correct everything that went wrong
Take it back, you're on the way...
My desire for the situation to be fixed still persists
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Written by: JOSEPH DONALD MASCIS JR
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