Deep Waters
Incognito [feat. Maysa] Lyrics
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For me to be feeling this way
I'm going out of my mind
And there's no change from my runaway love
Is it a dream (Is it a dream)
That I'm throwing in the wishing well
I'm losin' control
Standin' here waiting for a train that may never come
I saw the signs
I'd read the book
I should have had a second look
But, boy you caught me dreamin'
And there were times you'd come around
And we'd agree just to be friends
Tell me who was foolin' who
[Chorus]
Deep waters, I'm drownin' in
Deep waters, slowly drownin' in deeper
Deep waters, I'm drownin' in
Deep waters, slowly drownin' in deeper
What do I say, what can I say
Where words have failed me before
What do I do, when I'm feeling so blue
And there's no place, for me to run and hide
I saw the sun inside your smile
And wished for more than just a while
Cause, boy you caught me dreaming
A giant step into the dark
We threw caution to the wind
Tell me who was fooling who
[Chorus]
(I'm drownin')
(Deeper, deeper, deeper)
(I'm drownin' in deeper)
Oh, I saw the signs
I read the book
I should have had a second look
'cause, boy you caught me dreamin'
And there were times you'd come around
And we'd agree just to be friends
Tell me who was fooling, fooling who
[Chorus]
The lyrics of "Deep Waters" by Incognito featuring Maysa convey a sense of being trapped and drowning in unrequited love. The opening lines of the song ask if it's a crime to feel the way the singer does, clearly struggling with their emotions. They feel out of control and that the object of their affection is "runaway love." The second verse continues to explore the singer's confusion and powerlessness, as they wait for a train that may never come.
The chorus is where the title of the song comes into play, with the repetition of "Deep waters, I'm drownin' in, deep waters, slowly drownin' in deeper." This visual language emphasizes the feeling of being lost and suffocated by a love that is not returned. The final verse describes the singer's attempts to communicate with the object of their affection, but feeling that words are not enough. They also reveal that they saw signs of trouble but still allowed themselves to get caught up in their dreams.
Overall, "Deep Waters" is a song about the often-agonizing experience of loving someone who does not feel the same way. The lyrics are emotionally charged and relatable, with powerful metaphorical language that captures the sense of suffocation and desperation that can come with unrequited love.
Line by Line Meaning
Is it a crime
Am I doing something wrong by feeling this way?
For me to be feeling this way
Is it wrong for me to have these emotions?
I'm going out of my mind
My emotions are overwhelming me
And there's no change from my runaway love
My love for you is unstoppable and uncontrollable
Is it a dream (Is it a dream)
Is this imagination or reality?
That I'm throwing in the wishing well
Am I hoping for something unattainable?
I'm losin' control
I can’t help feeling overwhelmed
Body and soul (Body and soul)
I am emotionally invested in this situation
Standin' here waiting for a train that may never come
I am waiting endlessly for something that may never happen
I saw the signs
I recognized the warning signals
I’d read the book
I knew what to expect
I should have had a second look
I should have been more cautious
But, boy you caught me dreamin'
I let my guard down
And there were times you'd come around
You’d show up and give me hope
And we'd agree just to be friends
We’d pretend that we don’t have feelings for each other
Tell me who was foolin' who
We were both lying to ourselves
Deep waters, I'm drownin' in
I am overwhelmed by my emotions
Deep waters, slowly drownin' in deeper
I am becoming more and more overwhelmed
What do I say, what can I say
I am at a loss for words
Where words have failed me before
I have been unable to articulate the depth of my emotions
What do I do, when I'm feeling so blue
I don’t know how to cope with my sadness
And there's no place, for me to run and hide
I feel trapped by my emotions
I saw the sun inside your smile
I saw your happiness and felt joyful
And wished for more than just a while
I wanted to feel that joy for longer
Cause, boy you caught me dreaming
I was unrealistic in my expectations
A giant step into the dark
We took a big risk
We threw caution to the wind
We didn’t consider the potential consequences
Tell me who was fooling who
We were both making foolhardy decisions
Oh, I saw the signs
I knew what was coming
I read the book
I knew what I was getting myself into
I should have had a second look
I should have been more careful
'cause, boy you caught me dreamin'
I was too optimistic
And there were times you'd come around
You’d give me false hope
And we'd agree just to be friends
We’d pretend that this is just a friendship
Tell me who was fooling, fooling who
We were both lying to ourselves
Deep waters, I'm drownin' in
I am overwhelmed by my emotions
Deep waters, slowly drownin' in deeper
It is getting more and more difficult to cope
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., BMG Rights Management
Written by: Jean-Paul Maunick, Richard Michael Bull
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Deep Waters
Is it a crime
For me to be feeling this way
Im going out of my mind
And theres no change from my runaway love
Is it a dream (is it a dream)
That Im throwing in the wishing well
Im losin control
Body and soul (body and soul)
Standin here waiting for a train that may never come
I saw the signs
Id read the book
I should have had a second look
But, boy you caught me dreamin
And there were times youd come around
And wed agree just to be friends
Tell me who was foolin who
Chorus:
Deep waters, Im drownin in
Deep waters, slowly drownin in deeper
Deep waters, Im drownin in
Deep waters, slowly drownin in deeper
What do I say, what can I say
Where words have failed me before
What do I do, when Im feeling so blue
And theres no place, for me to run and hide
I saw the sun inside your smile
And wished for more than just a while
Cause, boy you caught me dreaming
A giant step into the dark
We threw caution to the wind
Tell me who was fooling who
Chorus
(Im drownin)
(deeper, deeper, deeper)
(Im drownin in deeper)
Oh, I saw the signs
I read the book
I should have had a second look
cos, boy you caught me dreamin
And there were times youd come around
And wed agree just to be friends
Tell me who was fooling, fooling who
@hollyelzie2191
Who still listening in 2023
@velboone6041
Reminds me of my Dad....He loved this song....Continue to Rest Peacefully...07/20/61- 06/26/2022...😢
@fsaforosaforo6338
Sweet Lord thank you for the silky, talented voices here on earth.
@bibliogeek3081
Maysa's voice is EVERYTHING.
@ethelstevenslove2957
I agree... It's smooth and sultry.....
@athomewithfrancsicio
Everything!
@TrickyWoo315
She sure is!
@eddiewallace3362
Mix of soulful/jazz mix. CRAZY smooth!!
@charlestheos8954
This is the perfect song. I’ve listened to it 1000 times and I’ve never became tired of it even slightly.
@clevelandphillips6042
Wow that voice soooooh fresh and sensual, makes u embrace the words as if u can cuddle your lady or your other half in your mind