Need 2 Know
Doitall a.k.a Du Kelly Lyrics


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I live inside your head just like the day before tomorrow
And spending most our lives recalling things we already know
I tried so hard to steal the sky and call it heaven bound
At times I feel like I'm alone like a new kid in town
She said I need your love that's what she said
She said she had to break the mirrors that exist in her head
I often wonder if I could keep you gone from minds and things
But then I feel the heat and wind beneath these angel wings

Nice to know ya
Can't believe it's almost over now and you just wanna let me go
Nice to know ya
And when I look up at your picture I see somebody I ain't seen before
Nice to know ya
Cause every time you talk about it how come I'm always the last to know
Nice to know ya
Even though you don't deserve me cause you would rather close the door
Nice to know ya

I'd rather run then work this out
You left the sun cause you burned it out
Ain't no time to waste
I already had my taste I gotta find another way
You and I go in and forever out of place because I'm leaving you today
Ooh never change always be the same driving slow on purpose up in my fast lane
Then again I think you reason with the heaven perception is reality perceived that I be leaving
I know the reason you need something to believe in
God she's the type to kick a sleeping dog
Raw when I eat the beef like a freak I'ma turning the other cheek

I don't wanna be the one to tell you it's over
I'm wise enough to see the sun I'm finally sober
I'm moving on you can't prove me wrong girl
There's nothing left to say cause I'm gone

Nice to know ya
Can't believe it's almost over now when you just wanna let me go
Nice to know ya
And when I look up at your picture I see someone I ain't seen before
Nice to know ya
Cause every time we talk about it how come I'm always the last to know
Nice to know ya




You know you don't even deserve because you would rather close the door
Nice to know ya

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Doitall's "Need 2 Know" are introspective and emotional, exploring the complexities of relationships and the struggle to move on from them. The opening lines, "I live inside your head just like the day before tomorrow / And spending most our lives recalling things we already know," suggest a sense of repetition and stagnation in the relationship, as well as the lingering thoughts and memories that remain afterwards. The singer then reflects on their efforts to "steal the sky and call it heaven bound," a metaphor for trying to create something perfect and idealized out of their relationship. However, they also feel isolated and alone, like a "new kid in town."


The chorus, which repeats the phrase "Nice to know ya," could be interpreted as both genuine and sarcastic. On one hand, the singer is acknowledging the positive aspects of the relationship and the person they were with, even though it's ending. On the other hand, they are also expressing a sense of bitterness and disappointment, as the person seems to be letting them go without much effort to keep them around. The lines "And when I look up at your picture I see somebody I ain't seen before / Even though you don't deserve me cause you would rather close the door" further emphasize this sense of betrayal and hurt.


The second verse delves deeper into the singer's struggle to move on, as they contemplate "running away" from the situation rather than working it out. They also suggest that the other person may be using religion as a crutch to avoid dealing with their problems. The final lines, "I don't wanna be the one to tell you it's over / I'm wise enough to see the sun I'm finally sober / I'm moving on you can't prove me wrong girl / There's nothing left to say cause I'm gone," show a newfound sense of clarity and determination to let go and move forward.


Line by Line Meaning

I live inside your head just like the day before tomorrow
I'm always on your mind, just like I was yesterday and will be tomorrow.


And spending most our lives recalling things we already know
We waste so much time reminding ourselves of things we already know.


I tried so hard to steal the sky and call it heaven bound
I've put in a lot of effort to achieve greatness, but it always seems out of reach.


At times I feel like I'm alone like a new kid in town
Sometimes I feel isolated and out of place, like a stranger in a new town.


She said I need your love that's what she said
She told me that she needs my love to feel complete.


She said she had to break the mirrors that exist in her head
She explained that she needed to shatter the self-doubt and negative thoughts in her mind.


I often wonder if I could keep you gone from minds and things
I sometimes wonder if I could erase you from my thoughts and memories.


But then I feel the heat and wind beneath these angel wings
But then I realize my potential and feel confident and powerful.


Nice to know ya
It's good to have met you.


Can't believe it's almost over now and you just wanna let me go
I can't believe it's ending like this and you're ready to move on.


And when I look up at your picture I see somebody I ain't seen before
When I see your image now, I see a different person than the one I used to know.


Cause every time you talk about it how come I'm always the last to know
Why do I always find out about changes or problems from you so late?


Even though you don't deserve me cause you would rather close the door
I know you don't value our relationship because you're always looking for a way out.


I'd rather run then work this out
I prefer to avoid confrontation and just leave the situation behind.


You left the sun cause you burned it out
You used up all the good feelings in our relationship and now they're gone.


Ain't no time to waste
I can't afford to waste any more time on this relationship.


I already had my taste I gotta find another way
I've experienced enough of this relationship and I need to find a new path.


You and I go in and forever out of place because I'm leaving you today
We never quite fit together and now I'm ending it for good.


Ooh never change always be the same driving slow on purpose up in my fast lane
You always move at your own pace, even when it's inconvenient for others.


Then again I think you reason with the heaven perception is reality perceived that I be leaving
You believe your perception of reality is accurate, so you think I'm leaving.


I know the reason you need something to believe in
I can tell you're searching for a sense of purpose or something to have faith in.


God she's the type to kick a sleeping dog
She's the type of person who enjoys causing trouble and waking up people who are resting.


Raw when I eat the beef like a freak I'ma turning the other cheek
I'm not going to respond to her negative actions, I'll rise above it and take the high road.


I don't wanna be the one to tell you it's over
I don't want to be the person to break the news to you that our relationship is ending.


I'm wise enough to see the sun I'm finally sober
I'm smart enough to see the truth now and sober enough to make the right decision.


I'm moving on you can't prove me wrong girl
I'm leaving this relationship behind and you can't convince me otherwise.


There's nothing left to say cause I'm gone
I'm leaving and there's no reason to discuss it further.




Lyrics ยฉ Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, OLE MM
Written by: TYLER WILLIAMS, SHELDON SCOTT CALNEK, KEVIN DERON BRERETON

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Jabari Smith-Hall

This is so inspirational Big Up to Do it all Councilman Dupree Kelly

Caribbean Queen

Proud of this young man. Proud to be living in the West Ward. Proud that my son and his friends came out and voted for him. We ready to stand by him and put in some work.
#HowTheWestWasWon!

Ada hunter

I am so proud of you and all that you have accomplished you took the time out to bring me water to my house during the water mane break and I thank you so much you really care about people and so down to earth much love โค

Drakula Da Don

Been a fan since a kid. Good to see someone from around the way care about his hometown and take it a step further. Salute to Do it All!!! Living Legend. Newark NJ 973! True Hero in my eyes.

jazzy j

Makes no difference. Rapping is his passion!

This is amazing ๐Ÿคฉ

Bigshow Entertainment

The real Chief Rocker๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿฟ

Martin Sunny

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MAG320

There was two types of hip hop. Commercial hiphop, aka lower case hip hop & Urban/underground hip hop aka capital Hip Hop, stylized as HIPHOP.
HIPHOP was always overshadowed because it didnt talk about women, sex, drugs, violence promotion or money like Commercial hip-hop did.
It never hit the radios because it promoted democracy, activism, pro ethnic culture, populism & freedom. It never got the recognition it deserved. Now it does, but it took 30 whole years. A lot of names were unsung from Public Enemy to KRS1 to Mobb Deep to Jadakiss & others. Even Snoop Dogg was vocal a few times ciz he hated what was happening to his community.
Nubian/black artists wanted change. They wanted progress. Slowly but surely they are getting it. This includes your fellow politician.

I suggest to go back & listen to urban hip hop & really listen to activism lyrics. Youll understand the underlying meanings.

Isis Beck

Congrats Mr. Kelly

BrickCity AZ

Du Mom's said a mouthful but that cut her off and I wonder why? ๐Ÿค” She was in real reality speaking of the position her son took so he definitely should be tested and not completely trusted until he performs for the citizens of Newark. We will give him a shot.

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