What If
Esm?e Denters Lyrics
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Just what was on my mind but I couldn't find the words to say
I'm so confused by the thought of you and me together
And I'm afraid you might not feel the same
Even if you did
Would it change everything
And we could try
What if we fail
What if what if
It doesn't work out
What if what if
Thinking about
What if what if
What if what if
What if what if
What if we fail
What if what if
It doesn't work out
What if what if
Thinking about
What do we do
When all breaks down
Now I don't know where to go
And who to turn to
It has always been you
But I don't wanna lose you
Not this way
I'm not even sure if it's real what I feel
But I know that I need you
But I'm afraid you might not feel the same
Even if you did
Would it change everything
And we could try
But maybe it's not meant to be
What if we fail
What if what if
It doesn't work out
What if what if
Thinking about
What if what if
What if what if
What if what if
What if we fail
What if what if
It doesn't work out
What if what if
Thinking about
What do we do
When all breaks down
What if you feel the way I feel
We could try
But it could all go wrong in the end
And I don't want us to fall apart
Maybe it's better to stay friends
What if we fail
What if what if
It doesn't work out
What if what if
Thinking about
What if what if
What if what if
What if what if
What if we fail
What if what if
It doesn't work out
What if what if
Thinking about
What do we do
When all breaks down
What if we fail
What if what if
It doesn't work out
What if what if
Thinking about
What if what if
What if what if
What if what if
What if we fail
What if what if
It doesn't work out
What if what if
Thinking about
What do we do
When all breaks down
In “What If,” Esmée Denters sings about being uncertain about her feelings for someone, afraid to express them, and losing a deep connection if they are not reciprocated. She struggles to find the right words to communicate her thoughts about wanting to be with the person she loves, but fears that the relationship might not work out. She explores the idea of what would happen if they were to try and fail, and concludes that maybe it is better to remain friends.
The lyrics of the song can also be interpreted as an exploration of the fear of failure, and the hesitation that accompanies it. The “what ifs” reflect the uncertainty and self-doubt that people feel when they embark on something new, like a relationship. The fear of the unknown forces them to question whether it is worth risking what they currently have, even if what they have is not ideal.
Line by Line Meaning
I can remember all the times I tried to tell you
I still recall each time I attempted to express my feelings to you
Just what was on my mind but I couldn't find the words to say
However, I was unable to verbalize my exact thoughts and emotions
I'm so confused by the thought of you and me together
The concept of you and I being together is causing me significant confusion and uncertainty
And I'm afraid you might not feel the same
Furthermore, I fear that you do not reciprocate my level of affection
Even if you did
Even if you did feel the same way as I do
Would it change everything
Would it fundamentally alter our current situation
And we could try
We could attempt to pursue a relationship
So maybe it's not meant to be
However, it is also possible that it is not our destiny to be together
What if we fail
What if our efforts lead to disappointment and failure
What if what if
What if things do not go as planned
It doesn't work out
If our relationship fails
Thinking about
Mulling over the possibility of
What do we do
What steps should we take
When all breaks down
If our relationship hits a breaking point
Now, I don't know where to go
Presently, I am uncertain about what to do next
And who to turn to
I am unsure of who I can confide in
It has always been you
You have always been the one for me
But I don't wanna lose you
However, I do not want to risk losing you in the process
Not this way
Not in a situation that could damage our relationship beyond repair
I'm not even sure if it's real what I feel
I am uncertain if my emotions are genuine and authentic
But I know that I need you
Nevertheless, I am aware that I cannot imagine my life without you
What if you feel the way I feel
What if you reciprocate my feelings
We could try
If you do, we could attempt to pursue a relationship
But it could all go wrong in the end
However, there is a possibility that it could all turn out badly
And I don't want us to fall apart
I do not want our connection to deteriorate
Maybe it's better to stay friends
Perhaps it is preferable for us to maintain a platonic relationship
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ROBIN MORTENSEN LYNCH, NIKLAS JAN OLOVSON, ESMEE DENTERS
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