What Do You Want
Fusebox poet Lyrics
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You cried all day and was gone when I got home
You keep tellin' me how I gotta′ change my ways
Same old shit just a different day
Should've known better but I guess that it's all I know
So here′s what I know
You better leave me alone
What do you want, what do you want, I said what do you want from me?
Stole the beat of my heart, now you′re going for the air I breathe
What do you want, what do you want, I said what do you want from me?
Stole the beat of my heart, now you're going for the air I breathe
Should′ve known better still I make these same mistakes
You think that eventually I'd wanna′ change
You keep tellin' me how I′m stuck in this phase
But you're half the reason that I act this way
Wishin' that you would just let me know
What do you want, what do you want, I said what do you want from me?
Stole the beat of my heart, now you′re going for the air I breathe
What do you want, what do you want, I said what do you want from me?
Stole the beat of my heart, now you′re going for the air I breathe
What do you want, what do you want, I said what do you want from me?
Stole the beat of my heart, now you're going for the air I breathe
What do you want, what do you want, I said what do you want from me?
Stole the beat of my heart, now you′re going for the air I breathe
What do you want? What do you want? What do you want?
I said, What do you want from me?
The lyrics in "What Do You Want?" by Fusebox poet describe a relationship that is strained due to the singer's repeated mistakes. The first verse suggests that the singer has left their lover alone and they have responded by crying all day and leaving before the singer arrives home. The lover then proceeds to tell the singer that they need to change their ways, but the singer feels stuck in their ways and unable to change. The chorus repeatedly asks, "What do you want from me?" as the lover appears to be taking everything from the singer, including the beat of their heart and the air they breathe.
The second verse further reveals the dissatisfaction in the relationship. The lover continues to tell the singer that they are stuck in their phase, but the singer feels that the lover is "half the reason" why they behave this way. The singer expresses a desire for the lover to let them know what they want.
Overall, the lyrics suggest a relationship that is doomed to fail due to the singer's inability to change and the lover's dissatisfaction with the relationship. The repeated question in the chorus serves as a plea for communication and understanding in the relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Should’ve known better than to leave you all alone
I made a mistake by leaving you alone
You cried all day and was gone when I got home
You were upset and left home when I returned
You keep tellin’ me how I gotta change my ways
You keep reminding me that I need to improve myself
Same old shit just a different day
Nothing has changed between us, same issues happening daily
Should’ve known better but I guess that it’s all I know
I regret my actions, but I can't seem to break my habit
So here’s what I know
This is what I understand
You better leave me alone
I need some space
What do you want, what do you want, I said what do you want from me?
I don't understand your needs and desires
Stole the beat of my heart, now you’re going for the air I breathe
You have taken my love and my freedom
Should’ve known better still I make these same mistakes
I am repeating my mistakes even when I know better
You think that eventually I’d wanna change
You believe that I will eventually want to change
You keep tellin' me how I’m stuck in this phase
You keep saying that I am stuck in a certain mindset or behavior pattern
But you’re half the reason that I act this way
You are responsible for part of my behavior
Wishin’ that you would just let me know
I want you to clearly communicate your needs and desires
What do you want, what do you want, I said what do you want from me?
Once again, I don't understand your needs and desires
Stole the beat of my heart, now you’re going for the air I breathe
You have taken everything from me
What do you want? What do you want? What do you want?
I need you to clearly communicate what you want
I said, What do you want from me?
Tell me what your expectations are
Writer(s): Roberto Mccoy
Contributed by Riley C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@McShavey
Hearing this for the first time from Australia. Love it. Reminds me of a Grinspoon track. Good stuff.
@incomehustler666
Way to go dave.. u come along way sense we were kids. live the dream cuz.
@zachperkinsdecker6186
Can't wait to see you guys again here Charleston south carolina \m/
@blakebrewer1021
Miss it already! 😢
@terrycthedrummer
So... this gets better every time!
@terrycthedrummer
probably my new favourite song
@lauries1968
Great Song!!
@PuaTua
Nice work, gentlemen...!
@jimmcgarry
Great!
@nickharvie2252
Greek Fire vibes