I Wanna Know
Gabrielle Lyrics


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Holding back what you feel inside.
It just ain't good, no, it just ain't right.
Communication is the key; if I tell you, will you tell me?

Tell me how you feel, got to know what's on your mind.
Tell me how you feel, 'cause it's no good to keep
Those thoughts locked inside, because...
I want to know, I want to know.
Do you feel how I feel?
I want to know, I want to know.

I won't pretend that I know what you're all about.
Why don't you share yourself, and you'll leave me in no doubt.
Reveal your inner-self, cast aside your mask.
Show me just who you are.
Is it really too much to ask?
Tell me how you feel, 'cause I want to know
What's on your mind.
Tell me how you feel, 'cause it's no good to keep
Those thoughts locked inside.

What are you like?
I really must know.
Emotions run deep,
So let them flow.
What are you like?
I really must know;
Tell me.

Tell me how you feel,
'Cause I want to know
What's on your mind.
Tell me how you feel,




'Cause it's no good to keep
Those thoughts locked inside.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Gabrielle's "I Wanna Know" present a message of communication and openness in relationships. The song directly addresses the importance of expressing oneself and one's emotions for the betterment of a relationship. The opening lines suggest that holding back one's feelings is not productive or right, and that communication is the key to a healthy relationship. The chorus "I want to know, I want to know. Do you feel how I feel? I want to know, I want to know" emphasizes the need for honesty and mutual understanding in a relationship.


Further on in the lyrics, Gabrielle urges her partner to reveal their true selves and let their emotions flow. She acknowledges that it can be difficult to remove one's mask and be vulnerable, but it's necessary for a successful relationship. The repetition of "Tell me how you feel" reminds listeners that communication is an ongoing and essential aspect of any relationship.


Overall, "I Wanna Know" highlights the importance of emotional honesty and communication in relationships. It encourages listeners to express their feelings and desires openly and to prioritize mutual understanding and empathy.


Line by Line Meaning

Holding back what you feel inside.
Suppressing your emotions isn't healthy or productive.


It just ain't good, no, it just ain't right.
Keeping your feelings hidden is a negative thing.


Communication is the key; if I tell you, will you tell me?
Sharing feelings is essential, and it's important to reciprocate with each other.


Tell me how you feel, got to know what's on your mind.
It's crucial to express your thoughts and feelings to your partner.


Tell me how you feel, 'cause it's no good to keep Those thoughts locked inside, because...
Bottling up emotions can lead to negative consequences.


I want to know, I want to know.
The singer wants to know how their partner is feeling.


Do you feel how I feel?
The singer is looking for empathy and connection with their partner.


I won't pretend that I know what you're all about.
The singer acknowledges that they don't fully understand their partner.


Why don't you share yourself, and you'll leave me in no doubt.
The singer is urging their partner to open up to them.


Reveal your inner-self, cast aside your mask.
The singer wants their partner to be authentic and honest with them.


Show me just who you are.
The singer wants their partner to be open and honest about themselves.


Is it really too much to ask?
The singer believes that being open with each other should be easy and natural.


What are you like?
The singer is asking their partner to share their true self with them.


I really must know.
The singer is emphasizing how important it is to them to understand their partner.


Emotions run deep, So let them flow.
The singer is encouraging their partner to be vulnerable and share their emotions.


Tell me how you feel,'Cause I want to know What's on your mind.
The singer is expressing their desire for emotional connection and honesty with their partner.


Tell me how you feel,'Cause it's no good to keep Those thoughts locked inside.
The singer explains that keeping feelings hidden is unhealthy and unproductive.




Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: LOUISA BOBB, BEN BARSON, BENJAMIN WOLFF, ANDREW DEAN

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@@eastcumbriancollector983

Real McCoy - another night

I first heard that song at half time at Old Trafford in 1993.

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@jessicak2530

They can come true
They can come true

Move a step closer
You know that I want you
I can tell by your eyes
That you want me too

Just a question of time
I knew we'd be together
And that you'd be mine
I want you here forever

Do you hear what I'm saying
Gotta say how I feel
I can't believe you're here
But I know that you're real

I know what I want
And baby it's you
I can't deny my feelings
Because they are true

Dreams can come true
Look at me babe, I'm with you
You know you gotta have hope
You know you gotta be strong

Dreams can come true
Look at me babe, I'm with you
You know you gotta have hope
You know you gotta be strong

I've seen you sometimes
On your own and in crowds
I knew I had to have you
My hopes didn't let me down

Now you're by my side
And I feel so good
I've nothing to hide
Don't feel that I ever could

Do you hear what I'm saying
Gotta say how I feel
I can't believe you're here
But I know that you're real

I know what I want
And baby it's you
Can't deny my feelings
Because they are true

Dreams can come true
Look at me babe, I'm with you
You know you gotta have hope
You know you gotta be strong

Dreams can come true
Look at me babe, I'm with you
You know you gotta have hope
You know you gotta be strong

I'm not making plans for tomorrow
Let's live for tonight
I know I want you baby
So hold me so tight
Put your arms around me
You make me feel so safe
Then you whisper in my ear
That you're here to stay
Dreams can come true
Look at me babe, I'm with you
You know you gotta have hope
You know you gotta be strong



All comments from YouTube:

@xpinksweetcheeksx

Donโ€™t feel bad for us who grew up in the 90s. We may not have had internet or YouTube. But we had radio, MTV, VH1 & hits like this. Life was amazing ๐Ÿ˜

@Steffi229

Soooo true. Waiting all day for your favourite song to come on MTV or the Box, were the best days. Simpler, happier times for sure.

@babybearljuju7444

Ya baby

@taopaille-paille4992

lol nice comment true

@danagrey9286

Things only get worser as you get older. We constantly miss what we had.

@taopaille-paille4992

@@danagrey9286 yeah. but we can work hard and find way to composate. I think life is about fighting and then we get some nice reward in the ocean of trouble ...

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@nomoremrniceguy007

My heart hurts when listening to this song. It just reminds me of how amazing life was in the mid to late 90s.

@victoriaminns6436

So true 90s best days EVER

@nemohoes007

Facts

@mumumumumumumummm

Couldnโ€™t agree more. Iโ€™m fortunate to experience the 90s and the years before that, before the internet.

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