1) alias of Steve Hogarth
1) alias of Steve Hogarth
2) German rock band
3) Canadian industrial group
4) UK techno DJ/producer Mike Humphries
5) US house DJ/producer Joseph Hornof
6) Sean Merrick aka Jacky Jasper
7) Dan Handrabur aka Dreamdoktor H.
8) french rap
9) on Dark:Scene
10) vocals on The Tingler (Meltram mix) from Smart Systems
11) member of TAMUSIC
12) British singer H, aka Ian Watkins from Steps
13) Swiss multi-genre musician König H (also known for Projekt d'Gschicht, Halbrahm and Halbchreis
14) Alias of South Korean singer and rapper Hyun Seung-min
Also see H!, H., [H.] and h²
1) h is more widely known as Steve Hogarth, lead singer and lyricist of Marillion. He has released a solo album, Ice Cream Genius, as well as forming and leading his own band, H Band. Most recently he has toured Europe - and played a one-off in Canada - with his solo h Natural voice and piano shows. His official website is www.stevehogarth.com.
Tell Me Why
H Lyrics
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Tell me why I act like that
Imma hit you like those hi-hats
It was your first time but you look like a diplomat
Am I lying to myself
Am I fucking you just to forget that
She told me to take care of myself
I’m lost babe just talk off your brat
Now you probably fucking them
Late night conversations with you
No need to 'member that I need you
I’m young and this is my reason
Love is supposed to last more than a season
Tell me why I look at you this way
My heart is somethin' I don’t betray
Tell me why I take all your feelings
I feel bad vibes cause some of the little things
I think I know why I’m so in love with her
Cause my kids would have a perfect mother
Tell me why I don’t look back
Tell me why I act like that
Imma hit you like those hi-hats
It was your first time but you look like a diplomat
Am I lying to myself
Am I fucking you just to forget that
She told me to take care of myself
I’m lost babe just talk off your brat
You were mine back then,
Now you probably fucking them
Late night conversations with you
No need to 'member that I need you
I’m young and this is my reason
Love is supposed to last more than a season
Tell me why I look at you this way
My heart is somethin' I don’t betray
Tell me why I take all your feelings
I feel bad vibes cause some of the little things
I think I know why I’m so in love with her
Cause my kids would have a perfect mother
The lyrics to H's "Tell Me Why" are imbued with conflicting emotions and an overarching sense of confusion. The opening lines suggest that the singer is unable to move on from a past relationship, unable to look back and accept the past for what it was. This is followed by a line that suggests the singer is putting on a false front, acting in a way that doesn't necessarily reflect how he truly feels. The next line, "Imma hit you like those hi-hats," suggests a sudden burst of aggression or even violence, directed towards the person he's addressing in the song.
The mention of the other person's first time, and the implication that they're somehow refined or sophisticated, further complicates things. The singer asks himself whether he's lying to himself or using sex as a way to forget about the past. He mentions that someone (possibly the person he's singing to) told him to take care of himself, which suggests that he may be struggling with addiction or depression. This is underscored by the line "I'm lost babe, just talk off your brat," which suggests that he's looking for guidance or a sense of grounding.
The song continues in this vein, with the singer reminiscing about past conversations and relationships. He admits that he needs the other person, even if he's unable to remember all the specifics. He mentions that he's young and that this is his reason for acting the way he does, but suggests that he wishes love could last longer than a single season. This is followed by a memorable line that speaks to the singer's desire for a perfect family: "I think I know why I'm so in love with her / Cause my kids would have a perfect mother." The song ends on a note of uncertainty, with the singer still grappling with his emotions and unable to get over the past.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell me why I don’t look back
Why can't I move on and leave the past behind?
Tell me why I act like that
Why do I behave in a certain way that I don't understand?
Imma hit you like those hi-hats
I am going to come at you strong and fierce like the pounding of hi-hat cymbals in a song.
It was your first time but you look like a diplomat
You may be inexperienced, but you handle yourself with grace and diplomacy.
Am I lying to myself
Maybe I am deceiving myself into believing something that isn't true.
Am I fucking you just to forget that
Am I using you as a distraction to avoid dealing with my own issues or problems?
She told me to take care of myself
Someone cares about me and wants me to prioritize my own well-being.
I’m lost babe just talk off your brat
I am feeling confused and uncertain, please help me find my way and ease my mind.
You were mine back then, Now you probably fucking them
You used to be with me, but now you are likely sleeping with other people.
Late night conversations with you, No need to 'member that I need you
Talking to you at night is comforting and I don't want to admit how much I rely on you.
I’m young and this is my reason
I am still figuring things out and my youth is my excuse for my mistakes and shortcomings.
Love is supposed to last more than a season
Love should be enduring and long-lasting, not just a passing phase or fad.
Tell me why I look at you this way
Why do I stare at you with such intensity and longing?
My heart is somethin' I don’t betray
I am loyal and true to my own heart and feelings.
Tell me why I take all your feelings
Why do I absorb and empathize with your emotions so deeply?
I feel bad vibes cause some of the little things
The negative energy from small issues or problems is affecting me.
I think I know why I’m so in love with her
I believe I understand why I feel such intense love for her.
Cause my kids would have a perfect mother
She would be the ideal mother for my future children.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Benjamin Hamelin, Vincent Martel-Barrette
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