I Don't Know
Hanson Lyrics


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Yeah
Yeah
Yeah
Whoa
Whoa

Well I can't take this any longer
No
Well I can't do this anymore
Well I'm not getting any stronger
I don't know how to feel this anymore

You can't tell me what you want
After all that you've done for me we can't make it all undone
But can't you see that

I don't know what to think and ou can't tell if we're dreaming
I wish that I could just let this go
But I'm thinking that I don't know what I'm feeling
We just need space for breathing
I wish that I could just let this go but I'm thinking that I don't know

I've had these thoughts a thousand times before
I'm up against a wall I can't ignore
I wish you didn't feel so good to hold
'Cause then it wouldn't be so hard to know

You can't tell me what you want
After all that you've done for me we can't make it all undone
But can't you see that

I wish I could tell you
(I wish I could tell you)
That everything was gonna be alright
I just want to love you so maybe I can let this go

You can't tell me what you want
After all that you've done for me we can't make it all undone
But can't you see that

I don't know what to think and you can't tell if we're dreaming
I wish that I could just let this go
But I'm thinking that I don't know what I'm feeling
We just need space for breathing
I wish that I could just let this go but I'm thinking that I don't know

Yeah
Yeah
Yeah
Yeah
Yeah

I don't know

Say whoo
Whoo




Whoo
Say I don't know

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Hanson's song "I Don't Know" tell the story of a person who is confused about their feelings towards someone they have a complicated history with. The song starts with the singer saying that they can no longer take the situation they are in and that they are not getting any stronger. They express their confusion by saying "I don't know how to feel this anymore." They feel like they need space to breathe and figure things out, but they don't know how to get there.


The chorus of the song repeats the idea that the singer doesn't know what to think or feel because of the complicated situation they are in. They say that they wish they could let go of their feelings and move on, but they are unsure of what they are feeling. The song ends with the singer still saying "I don't know" which emphasizes their confusion and uncertainty.


The song's lyrics are relatable to anyone who has gone through a complicated situation with someone they care about. It captures the emotional turmoil that can come with wanting to move on from a situation but not being able to. The repetition of "I don't know" throughout the song also adds to the feeling of confusion and uncertainty.


Line by Line Meaning

Well I can't take this any longer
I am at my breaking point and cannot endure this situation any further


Well I can't do this anymore
I am no longer capable of continuing this relationship or situation


Well I'm not getting any stronger
This situation is draining me and I am not becoming any more resilient


I don't know how to feel this anymore
I am at a loss for how to cope with these feelings


You can't tell me what you want
I am unable to understand your desires or needs


After all that you've done for me we can't make it all undone
Despite your efforts, the damage has already been done and cannot be reversed


But can't you see that
Can you not comprehend my confusion and uncertainty?


I don't know what to think and ou can't tell if we're dreaming
I am unsure of what to believe, and cannot determine if this is reality or a dream


I wish that I could just let this go
I desperately want to move on from this situation


But I'm thinking that I don't know what I'm feeling
I cannot even identify my own emotions or desires


We just need space for breathing
We require space and time to consider our feelings and needs


I've had these thoughts a thousand times before
These thoughts have plagued me numerous times in the past


I'm up against a wall I can't ignore
I have reached a point where ignoring the situation is no longer possible


I wish you didn't feel so good to hold
If only being close to you were not so appealing


'Cause then it wouldn't be so hard to know
If only my feelings were not so conflicting, it would be easier to make a decision


I wish I could tell you
I want to express to you


(I wish I could tell you)
that I desire to share with you


That everything was gonna be alright
that the future will be positive and secure


I just want to love you so maybe I can let this go
If only I could love you without hesitation, it would be easier to move forward


I don't know
I am uncertain about everything




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@SophiaMendes-tj9td

Yeah, yeah, yeah, whoa, whoa
Well, I can't take this any longer, no
Well, I can't do this anymore
Well, I'm not getting any stronger
I don't know how to feel this anymore

chorus

You can't tell me what you want
After all that you've done for me
We can't make it all undone
But can't you see that
I don't know what to think and
You can't tell if we're dreaming
I wish that I could just let this go
But I'm thinking that I don't know
What I'm feeling we just need space for breathing
I wish that I could just let this go
But I'm thinking that I don't know


I've had these thoughts a thousand times before
I'm up against a wall I can't ignore
I wish you didn't feel so good to hold
'Cause then it wouldn't be so hard to know

(repeat chorus)

I wish I could tell you (I wish I could tell you)
That everything was gonna be alright
I just want to love you so maybe I can let this go
You can't tell me what you want
After all that you mean to me
We can't make it all undone
But can't you see that
I don't know what to think and
You can't tell if we're dreaming
I wish that I could just let this go
But I'm thinking that I don't know
What I'm feeling we just need space for breathing
I wish that I could just let this go
But I'm thinking that I don't know
Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
I don't know
Say woo, woo woo
Say I don't know



All comments from YouTube:

@christinaFaith84

I love Isaac's voice! He is so amazing! No matter what one you are talking about, It's hard to say, "they need more songs" becasuse they know exactly who should sing them. Not sure how to explain it but I think Isaac needs more songs to sing...His voice is so amazing.

@reignmarieodaniel

Yes! Me too! 👏🏾💜

@RaCheer

Yeah...how come I've never heard this song? I'm now obsessed with it!

@misschica51

wow how come i have never heard of this song. It's amazing. Hanson still rock even after so many years.

@dougevans826

wow your comments the oldest you still here friend??

@maxj9588

It's amazing how many beautiful Hanson songs unreleased! Thanks for sharing

@ILoveChrisChambers

ahh I love finding a new amazing Hanson song, this is so good, I love Ike's voice!

@jeremybuddle1924

This was a B-side of the 2nd "If Only" CD single in 2000, but really it is better than most bands' A-sides! Great band and really good song.

@christinaFaith84

I honestly don't remember this album or B-side. I had a lot of horrible things happen around the same time. I played this thinking "what album is this on?". I had a hard time until about...today I'm still struggling. Death od my husband, meet a new man, he does drugs, now he's in prison and Im alone with a kid. ...Hanson is what makes my life seem even a little normal. I love this song.

@rany_saeba

@@christinaFaith84 that song is 20 years (not a recent one)!!!

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