Hush
I Know What You Did Last Summer Lyrics

The lyrics to "Hush" by I Know What You Did Last Summer convey a sense of heartbreak and disappointment towards a girl who has made the singer feel sorrowful. The singer describes the girl as constantly being on his mind, and although she is the best he has ever had, he knows she will eventually cause him heartache. The chorus of the song repeatedly states “Hush, hush, I thought I heard you’re calling my name now”, indicating that despite the pain the girl has caused, the singer still feels a pull towards her. The chorus also references the emotions felt by the chorus being a mere dream, further conveying the sadness and heartache felt by the singer.

Throughout the song, the singer describes that his heart has been broken, but his emotions are being delayed – he says “Early in the morning, late in the evening, oh, gotta believe me, honey, I never was a dreamer”. This expresses the idea that the singer never truly anticipated being hurt in this way, but with the girl, his expectations have shifted, and he now finds himself sad and heartbroken.

Overall, the lyrics to "Hush" portray emotions of heartbreak and disappointment while also highlighting the pull that heartache can have on someone's emotions. The singer is torn between wanting to hold onto the love they once had but also knowing that the pain is not worth it.