I don't know why
Erasure Lyrics


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Time passes by
Goes so fast then you die
It's enough just to be with you

You set your sights high
No regrets no goodbye
Just a face in your mind for the ones
Cross my heart
Cross my fingers
Cross my mind
Cross my path
Cross my heart
Hold my breath

Space and time
Our souls entwine
We are touching something
Spiritual and divine

The lonesome heart
When our souls part
But the saints in heaven
Hear the lonely cry

I close my eyes
And I see your sweet smile
Been a while since you came and talked

Places I've been
And people I've seen
Simply pale into view when compared

Cross my heart
Cross my fingers
Hold my breath

Space and time
Our souls entwine
We are touching something
Spiritual and divine

The lonesome heart
When our souls part
But the saints in heaven
Hear the lonely cry

Space and time
Our souls entwine
We are touching something
Spiritual and divine

The lonesome heart
When our souls part
But the saints in heaven
Hear the lonely cry

Space and time
Our souls entwine
We are touching something
Spiritual and divine

The lonesome heart
When our souls part




But the saints in heaven
Hear the lonely cry

Overall Meaning

The opening lyrics of ‘I Don’t Know Why’ by British synthpop duo Erasure express a feeling of the fleeting, relentless march of time. They lament the brevity of life, and the ultimate inevitability of death. However, despite this melancholic sentiment, the song is not entirely morose. The chorus reassures the beloved that the limited time that they have shared together has been enough for the singer, and that they are grateful just to be with them.


The verses explore the idea of the lovers being ‘entwined’ on a ‘spiritual and divine’ level, signifying a deeper connection than just a physical one. The lyrics suggest that this entwining leads to something profound, alluding to the transcendent power of love. However, the final verse contemplates the pain of separation and the loneliness that it brings. Despite the sadness that it brings, the singer declares that their love has been a powerful, meaningful experience that sets it apart from the rest.


Overall, the song is a touching representation of the human experience of love and loss. It captures the joy and pain of love, reflecting both the happiness felt when two souls entwine, and the sadness that permeates separation when they must part.


Line by Line Meaning

Time passes by
The passage of time is rapid and fleeting


Goes so fast then you die
Life speeds by and ends abruptly


It's enough just to be with you
Being with you is all I need to feel content


You set your sights high
You aim for lofty goals


No regrets no goodbye
There are no regrets or farewells in our relationship


Just a face in your mind for the ones
My face remains in your thoughts for those who matter


Cross my heart
I promise


Cross my fingers
I hope for the best


Cross my mind
You are always on my mind


Cross my path
Our paths cross and intertwine


Hold my breath
I am excited and anticipating what is to come


Space and time
Physical separation and the passage of time


Our souls entwine
Our very beings become interconnected


We are touching something
Our connection transcends what is tangible


Spiritual and divine
Our connection is otherworldly and sacred


The lonesome heart
The heart feels alone


When our souls part
When our connection is severed


But the saints in heaven
Even those who have passed on can hear the pain of separation


Hear the lonely cry
Hear the pain of longing and separation


I close my eyes
I remember you vividly


And I see your sweet smile
I recall your warm and kind expression


Been a while since you came and talked
It has been some time since we last spoke


Places I've been
The locations I have visited


And people I've seen
The individuals I have encountered


Simply pale into view when compared
They pale in comparison to the depth of our connection




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