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Why
Gabrielle Lyrics
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Doesn't mean that I'm gonna give up
I've given all that I had to you
Nothing left to loose
The whole song and the Journeys tough
Doesn't mean that I'm gonna give up
This is all I ask from you
Can you tell me why
Oh how far do I have to go
Before you put me in the know
I need to know why
Can you tell me why
Promise I'm gonna be working so hard
You stand there breaking my heart
Tell me how far
I don't understand, no
I wanna know why
Can you tell me why
Oh how far do I have to go
Before you put me in the know
I need to know why (The whole song and the Journeys tough)
Can you tell me why
(Doesn't mean that I'm gonna give up)Promise I'm gonna be working so hard
You stand there breaking my heart
Oh its been tough
I don't wanna let it go
And I'm not giving up on you
(You should know)
I wanted to be loved by you
Coz no matter how I try
I don't wanna let it go
Before you put me in the know
I need to know why
Can you tell me why
Promise I'm gonna be working so hard
You stand there breaking my heart
I need to know why (oh)
Can you tell me why (oh)
Why you not there with me
I wanna know why (oh)
Can you tell me why (oh)
Oh Why you not there with me
Why (oh) why (oh) why (oh)
Oh why you not there with me
Why (oh) why (oh)
Why (oh) you not there with me
The lyrics of Gabrielle's song Why express a sense of confusion and frustration over a relationship that seems to be failing. The singer acknowledges that the journey in trying to make it work has been tough, but she is not ready to give up yet. She has already given everything she can to her partner, but it seems like she's not getting enough in return. She wants to know why her partner is not with her, why they are not working towards being together, and how far she has to go before she can get an answer from them.
The lyrics suggest that the singer has been putting a lot of effort into the relationship, which is not being reciprocated by her partner. The line "you stand there breaking my heart" implies that her partner is not even trying to understand her point of view or work towards a solution. The singer's persistence and unwillingness to give up on the relationship are evident in lines like "I don't wanna let it go" and "I'm not giving up on you."
The overall tone of the song is somewhat melancholic, as the singer is desperately seeking answers to why the relationship is failing. Despite this, there is an underlying sense of hope that things could still work out if her partner were to start putting in more effort. The song can be interpreted as a plea for communication and understanding in a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
The whole song and the Journeys tough
Despite the difficulties I face on this journey, I am still determined to see it through.
Doesn't mean that I'm gonna give up
No matter how tough things get, I am not going to give up.
I've given all that I had to you
I have put all my effort and love into this relationship.
Nothing left to loose
I have no more to give in this relationship, so if it doesn't work out, I won't be losing anything more.
This is all I ask from you
All I want is for you to help me understand the reasons behind your actions.
I wanna know why
I am seeking an explanation for your actions.
Can you tell me why
I am asking you to help me understand your reasons.
Oh how far do I have to go
I want to know how much more I have to do before I can figure out your motivations.
Before you put me in the know
I need you to give me the information and explanation that will allow me to understand your perspective.
Promise I'm gonna be working so hard
I am committed to doing everything I can to understand you.
You stand there breaking my heart
Your lack of transparency and communication is causing me pain.
Tell me how far
I need you to give me details on how much more I need to do.
I don't understand, no
I am confused and struggling to grasp your perspective.
Oh its been tough
This journey so far has been very demanding and challenging.
I don't wanna let it go
I am invested in this relationship and do not want to give up on it.
And I'm not giving up on you
I am still hoping to gain more insight into your motivations.
(You should know)
I want you to understand the depth of my commitment to you.
I wanted to be loved by you
I sought love and a deep connection with you.
Coz no matter how I try
Despite my best efforts,
Before you put me in the know
Until you give me insight into your reasons and motivations.
Why you not there with me
I don't understand why you are not communicating with me.
Why (oh) why (oh) why(oh)
I am still seeking answers to my questions.
Oh why you not there with me
I am expressing my frustration with your lack of communication and support.
Why (oh) why (oh)
I am still asking for explanations and insight.
Why (oh) you not there with me
I am still struggling to understand your actions and choices.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CALVIN E. (GENE) TAYLOR
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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This song is breathtaking!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
drstorage
Damn!!! i've never heard her before and came up to "Why" by "mistake". That's a great song by a great performer!
Steven Lowe
Sooo unfairly underated, brilliant song :) xxx
Jen Garcia
Love the song
Anne Meyer
ich hab ewig nach dem Song gesucht.... Endlich!!!!!!!!! I`m sooooo happy!!!
Donna Hookem
My feelings are already with someone!
dizzi2004
"I need to know why, Can you tell me why, Promise I'm gonna be working so hard, You stand there breaking my heart" Tune =]
Mirka
isn't this paul weller - "wild wood"?...or is it the other way around?... anyway great version! keep it up! :)
kevin ska'd 4 life
The Best Female singer of ALL TIME, As far as I am concerned the warmth she brings out reaches the likings of Aretha Franklin.
Wellerwellerable
Nice to hear Paul Weller's Wild Wood here too.