Tell Me Keep Me
Field Music Lyrics

The lyrics of Field Music's "Tell Me Keep Me" delve into the themes of vulnerability and connection in relationships. The first verse "Tell me, don't hide yourself, don't hide at all" signifies the yearning to know the other person completely and not have any secrets. However, the line "Why you have to write it all, why you hide" suggests that the person being addressed is possibly more of an introvert or keeps secrets that they need to express through writing. The chorus "Tell me, show me, keep me" is a plea for the other person to share their thoughts, feelings, and experiences so that they can connect on a deeper level. The final verse "How could you throw me away, don't throw it all, keep me and everyone, keep us all" reiterates the desire to keep the relationship but not only for the two people involved but for everyone connected in their lives.

The song's meaning becomes more clear as the repeat of the chorus progresses as the phrase takes on some different inflections. The line “Tell me, show me, keep me” becomes a desperate plea, where repetition becomes a resounding and unanswerable question. Yet, it also signifies an almost reassuring moment, where the call to actions become a desired answer to the call to share the persona’s secrets, which can ultimately lead to true connection. However, the final repetition of the phrase signifies an almost vulnerable and desperate plea to the person they are addressing.