No One Knows
Dräger Lyrics


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I just want to hang back and feel the wind on my face
Have one of those easy peachy beautiful days
Where you feel like everything is where it should be
Is that only in the movies or is that some American dream?
So I never make any plans I just draw my lines in the sand
I jump ship when the tide turns so I'm not vulnerable to feel the burn

So don't you fight what's in your heart, what's in your heart
You know what no one knows
Don't you fight what's in your heart, what's in your heart
You know what no one knows

They say tiny victories win the war, but is it wrong to want something more?
I've been genuine and stuck to my word but still I've seen no reward
You don't need to be Michael Stipe to know everybody hurts sometimes
Because nothing's pure we're all undefined
Scared in the way we're all are entwined

So don't you fight what's in your heart, what's in your heart
You know what no one knows
Don't you fight what's in your heart, what's in your heart
You know what no one knows

Some say the best feeling is, is feeling nothing at all
That's how so many have, have come, come to fall
Something things are worth fighting and falling for after all,
So I'm giving into, giving into to it all

So don't you fight what's in your heart, what's in your heart
You know what no one knows




Don't you fight what's in your heart, what's in your heart
You know what no one knows

Overall Meaning

In Dräger's song "No One Knows," the artist expresses a desire for a peaceful and easy day, where everything feels right and where they can just be in the moment. The first verse paints a picture of someone who tends to go with the flow, avoiding making plans, and adapting to change as the tide turns. The artist is hesitant to stick around for too long or risk getting hurt, opting instead to keep moving forward.


In the chorus, the artist encourages listeners to listen to what's in their hearts and trust their own instincts. The repetition of the phrase "you know what no one knows" reinforces the idea that there are certain feelings and truths that only the individual can know and that it's important to follow those truths, even if others may not understand them.


The second verse examines the idea of small victories and how they may not always lead to greater rewards. Despite sticking to their word and being genuine, the artist hasn't necessarily seen the kind of results they were hoping for. The third verse encourages listeners to take risks and pursue things that are worth fighting for, even if there is a chance of failure.


Overall, "No One Knows" is a song that urges listeners to trust themselves, listen to what's in their heart, and pursue what's worth fighting for, no matter the outcome.


Line by Line Meaning

I just want to hang back and feel the wind on my face
I desire a moment of relaxation to enjoy the simple pleasures of life.


Have one of those easy peachy beautiful days
Experience a day with very few problems and worries.


Where you feel like everything is where it should be
Experience a sense of satisfaction with the current state of things.


Is that only in the movies or is that some American dream?
Wondering if the idea of a 'perfect day' is just a fictional concept or a real opportunity.


So I never make any plans I just draw my lines in the sand
I choose not to make future commitments and instead create short-term goals.


I jump ship when the tide turns so I'm not vulnerable to feel the burn
I quickly remove myself from situations that may lead to emotional pain, to protect myself.


They say tiny victories win the war, but is it wrong to want something more?
While small accomplishments are important, is it wrong to aspire for bigger achievements?


I've been genuine and stuck to my word but still I've seen no reward
I have remained true to myself and have fulfilled my promises, but have seen no benefits.


You don't need to be Michael Stipe to know everybody hurts sometimes
It is common for everyone to experience pain from time to time, regardless of social status.


Because nothing's pure we're all undefined
Nothing is completely unblemished or clear, and we all have aspects that are uncertain.


Scared in the way we're all are entwined
We all have fears related to the way we are connected with others.


Some say the best feeling is, is feeling nothing at all
There is a belief that emotional detachment is the most positive feeling of all.


That's how so many have, have come, come to fall
Many people who aspire to feel nothing have ultimately experienced failure.


Something things are worth fighting and falling for after all
There are some things that are worth pursuing, even if that pursuit puts you at risk of failing.


So I'm giving into, giving into to it all
I am choosing to embrace whatever life brings, both the good and the bad.


Don't you fight what's in your heart, what's in your heart
Do not resist what your heart is telling you.


You know what no one knows
You alone know what you truly desire and need.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Spencer J Draeger

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