What Did I Say?
Hawian Eagles Lyrics

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I can tell that you're mad, what did I say?
That look in your eyes gave it away
But baby let's be honest
You don't even wanna try
I know you got hurt once before and you kept it all inside
And I have been there too
So I know just what to do
Just leave it all behind

Leave it all behind
I call it change, you call it fate
So much to love, disguise it in hate
But baby let's be honest
Don't even try to lie
You only think about me when there's no one by your side
And that's just what you do
Yet I'm still not over you

Should I leave it all behind?
Will I leave it all behind?

Overall Meaning

Hawaiian Eagles' song "What Did I Say?" is about a couple who are experiencing problems in their relationship. The singer can sense that his partner is upset with him, but he doesn't understand why. He can see the anger and frustration in her eyes, but he is trying to fix the situation. Despite this, he acknowledges that his partner doesn't want to try and work things out between them. They have both been hurt in the past and have kept their emotions bottled up inside. The singer wants to leave the past behind and start anew, but he is unsure if his partner is willing to do the same.

The lyrics illustrate the challenges and doubts that arise in relationships. The singer is trying to reconcile with his partner, but he is met with resistance. The song highlights how difficult it can be to rebuild trust after being hurt. The lyrics are emotional and honest, conveying the pain and fear that comes with relationship issues.

Line by Line Meaning

I can tell that you're mad, what did I say?
I can sense that you're upset with me, what did I do to make you feel that way?

That look in your eyes gave it away
I can perceive your feelings for me by the expression in your eyes.

But baby let's be honest
Let's speak the truth.

You don't even wanna try
You are not even making an effort.

I know you got hurt once before and you kept it all inside
I understand that you have been hurt in the past and you have not shared it with anyone.

And I have been there too
I have also experienced the same thing before.

So I know just what to do
I know how to handle this situation.

Just leave it all behind
Just forget everything and move on.

I call it change, you call it fate
I refer to it as a transformation, but you consider it destiny.

So much to love, disguise it in hate
Although there is a lot to love, it is hidden behind anger.

Don't even try to lie
Don't even attempt to deceive me.