Do You Know?
Glenn L. Pace Lyrics


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Hey man, whatcha doin' around here?
This town is taking all of our years

Watch out; before you know it
All your dreams will be gone
"You're such a pain in the ass" she said
"Why don't you write me a song?"
Come on man, I just wanna talk
Sit on the pavement next to the dock
Your face is where I wanna be
Just hit a stranger with my bike
That's all on me

Watch out; before you know it
All your dreams will be gone
"You're such a pain in the ass" she said
"Why don't you write me a song?"
"Why can't we just get along?"





I wanna write you a song
I just wanna get along

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Glenn L. Pace's song "Do You Know?" depict a conversation between two individuals, possibly friends or acquaintances, who are reflecting on their current circumstances and their dreams. The opening lines, "Hey man, whatcha doin' around here? This town is taking all of our years," suggest a sense of frustration and resignation about the town they are in. It implies that they feel trapped and stagnant, with their dreams slipping away as time goes by.


In the next verse, there is a dialogue between the two, with one person expressing annoyance and asking the other to "write me a song." This can be interpreted as a metaphorical request for something meaningful, something that captures their emotions and experiences. It may also reflect a desire for connection and understanding, as the person wants the other to express their thoughts and feelings through music.


The chorus further emphasizes the fleeting nature of dreams, warning them to "watch out" before they disappear. It echoes the sentiment that time moves quickly, and if they don't take action, their aspirations might fade away. The repeated line, "Why can't we just get along?" suggests a yearning for harmony and unity, perhaps highlighting the discord or conflict within their relationship or the wider world.


The closing lines, "I wanna write you a song, I just wanna get along," reiterate the desire for understanding and connection. It implies that the act of writing a song or expressing oneself through music can bring people closer together and bridge the gaps between them. In essence, the song captures a longing for authenticity, a need to express oneself, and a search for harmony amidst the challenges and limitations of life.


Line by Line Meaning

Hey man, whatcha doin' around here?
What are you doing in this area, my friend?


This town is taking all of our years
This place is consuming our precious time and energy


Watch out; before you know it
Be cautious, as time can pass quickly without notice


All your dreams will be gone
Your aspirations and desires may disappear


"You're such a pain in the ass" she said
She expressed frustration, finding you bothersome


"Why don't you write me a song?"
Why not express your feelings towards me through music?


Come on man, I just wanna talk
I simply desire a conversation, my friend


Sit on the pavement next to the dock
Let us sit on the ground beside the pier


Your face is where I wanna be
Being close to your visage is my desire


Just hit a stranger with my bike
Accidentally collided with an unknown person using my bicycle


That's all on me
Taking full responsibility for my actions


"Why can't we just get along?"
"Why can't we establish harmony between us?"


I wanna write you a song
I long to compose a melody dedicated to you


I just wanna get along
I simply desire to have a harmonious relationship




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Written by: Christian Pace

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