Don't Worry
Elan (Rock) Lyrics
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The sun don't shine, 'cause I will
Make a fool out of you.
Please don't try to bring me down,
They did that to you,
But I'm not like you.
And don't you worry,
And don't you worry,
You've been a bad friend but I still love you.
Please don't try to kick me
When I'm already down.
Haven't you learned from looking around?
Please don't try to tear us apart.
And don't you worry,
Your life is heavey but I'll take care of you.
And don't you worry,
You've been a bad friend but I still love you.(x2)
At its core, "Don't Worry" by Elan is a song about the complexities of friendship and the struggles involved in trying to remain loyal to someone who may not reciprocate that loyalty. Throughout the song, the singer makes it clear that they are not interested in being dragged down by negativity - including those who may try to bring them down or tear them apart. They assert their own strength and independence by warning others not to try to take them where "the sun don't shine," as they will not be made into a fool.
However, even as the singer sets these boundaries, they also demonstrate a deep empathy for their troubled friend. The refrain "Don't you worry, your life is heavy but I'll take care of you" shows that despite any conflicts or betrayals that may have occurred, the singer still cares for their friend and wants to be there for them. The final line, "You've been a bad friend but I still love you," encapsulates the complexity of their relationship - the singer acknowledges the friend's flaws, but still wants to offer support and forgiveness.
Overall, "Don't Worry" is a powerful reflection on the challenges of both giving and receiving loyalty among friends, as well as the importance of setting healthy boundaries while still remaining compassionate and kind.
Line by Line Meaning
Please don't try to take me where
I refuse to go to a dark place with you
The sun don't shine, 'cause I will
I won't let you take me to a negative place
Make a fool out of you.
I won't let you bring me down to your level
Please don't try to bring me down,
Don't drag me into your negativity
They did that to you,
I see that you've been hurt in the past
But I'm not like you.
But I won't let that define me as a person
And don't you worry,
Don't stress, I've got your back
Your life is heavy but I'll take care of you.
You're dealing with a lot, but I'll support you
You've been a bad friend but I still love you.
You may have made mistakes, but I still care for you
Please don't try to kick me
Don't try to hurt me when I'm weak
When I'm already down.
When I'm already struggling
Haven't you learned from looking around?
Haven't you realized the harm in being negative?
Please don't try to tear us apart.
Don't let our friendship be destroyed by negativity
And don't you worry,
Don't stress, I've got your back
Your life is heavy but I'll take care of you.
You're dealing with a lot, but I'll support you
You've been a bad friend but I still love you. (x2)
You may have made mistakes, but I still care for you
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