(1) An American indie/… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists under the name FAWNN
(1) An American indie/bedroom pop artist. Fawnn started releasing her self produced tunes in 2023, cultivating a cult following. Fawnn's music pulls from classic singer songwriters, late 2010s bedroom pop, and the dreamy layering of dreampop to create an ethereal, quiet sound.
(2) an American dream rock quartet from Michigan, IL.
i'm sorry i wasn't there for you
Fawnn Lyrics
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Oooooo
I guess
You saw me
Unlike the rest
I was your Dairy Queen
Mmm
Mmmm
You're sleeping in
And laying down
Nobody asks you
How You are
If only I met you in Saturday school
I could've done something to brighten your pool
The opening lines of "Oooooo" create an ethereal and emotive atmosphere, setting the tone for the introspective nature of the song. The repetition of "Oooooo" suggests a sense of longing or regret, as if the singer is lamenting a missed opportunity or connection. The next lines, "I guess you saw me unlike the rest, I was your Dairy Queen," hint at a special bond or understanding between the singer and the person they are addressing. The comparison to a Dairy Queen adds a touch of sweetness and nostalgia, perhaps symbolizing a time of happiness or innocence in their relationship.
The refrain of "Queen" and "Mmm" evokes a sense of reverence or admiration for the person they are addressing. This suggests that the singer holds them in high regard, possibly as a source of comfort or inspiration. The following lines, "You're sleeping in and laying down, nobody asks you how you are," paint a picture of isolation or neglect. It highlights the loneliness and solitude that the person is experiencing, emphasizing a sense of disconnection from the world around them.
The lines "If only I met you in Saturday school, I could've done something to brighten your pool" introduce a wistful and regretful tone. The mention of meeting in a different setting implies a missed opportunity or chance to make a positive impact on the other person's life. The metaphor of "brightening your pool" suggests bringing joy or happiness into their world, implying a desire to support and uplift them in their time of need. Overall, these lyrics convey a sense of yearning and remorse for not being there for someone who needed them, showcasing a deep emotional complexity in the singer's feelings.
Line by Line Meaning
Oooooo
Expressing a feeling of sorrow or regret
Oooooo
Continuing to express a feeling of sorrow or regret
I guess
Admitting uncertainty or doubt
You saw me
Acknowledging recognition from the other person
Unlike the rest
Highlighting a difference or uniqueness in the relationship
I was your Dairy Queen
Acknowledging a special role or significance in the other person's life
Mmm
Expressing a thoughtful or contemplative pause
Queen
Reiterating a sense of royalty or importance
Mmmm
Reflecting on the significance of the relationship
You're sleeping in
Observing the other person's behavior
And laying down
Describing a state of rest or relaxation
Nobody asks you
Noticing a lack of attention or concern for the other person
How You are
Questioning the other person's well-being
If only I met you in Saturday school
Regretting not having had the chance to connect earlier
I could've done something to brighten your pool
Expressing a desire to have made a positive impact or difference in the other person's life
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Written by: Fawn Maxwell
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