Don
Indigo Girls Lyrics


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I can tell by your eyes
That you've probably been crying forever
And the stars in the sky
Don't mean nothing to you they're a mirror
I don't wanna talk about it
How you broke my heart
If I stay here just a little bit longer
If I stay here won't you listen to my heart
My heart

If I stand all alone
Will the shadows hide the color of my heart
Will they be blue for the tears
Black for the nights we spent apart
And the stars don't mean nothing to you
They're a mirror
I don't wanna talk about it
How you broke my heart
Oh if I stay, if I stay here
Won't you listen to my heart

I don't wanna talk about it
How you broke my heart
If I stay, if I stay here just a little bit longer
If I stay here won't you listen to my heart




If I stand all alone
Will the shadows hide the colors of my heart

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Indigo Girls' song "Don" explore themes of self-discovery and the challenges of facing one's past mistakes. The song seems to be directed towards a person or perhaps a group of people who have followed the singer as she tries to figure out who she is and what she wants in life. The singer wonders if these followers have uncovered what is inside of her and if they can tell her if what she's doing is something she should hide.


However, she asserts that she doesn't know for sure what she's looking for and doesn't want to find out what she left behind. The singer goes on to say that she is not scared or lonely, and she's not seeking any second-guessing from anyone. It is revealed that this is because the singer had been living dishonestly and filling others up with lies. But now she has taken the step to be honest and say goodbye. Even though the decision to take that step may have been hard, the singer is firm in her resolve not to go back to that life.


The song is a powerful exploration of what it means to be true to oneself, even when it's hard. It encourages listeners to be their authentic selves and not to hide behind fears or past mistakes. The lyrics also caution against seeking satisfaction in knowing nothing at all and emphasize the importance of constantly questioning and reevaluating oneself.


Line by Line Meaning

Well you followed me this far
Acknowledging someone who has been with you through your journey


Did you find out what's inside
Questioning if someone has understood you completely


Can you tell me what I'm doing
Asking for guidance or clarity about one's actions


Is it something I should hide
Questioning if one's actions should not be revealed


I don't know for sure
Uncertainty about one's own actions


I don't wanna find out what I left there for
Avoidance of discovering consequences or outcomes of actions


I'm not scared and I'm not lonely
Assurance of one's emotional state


Saving all my money or my breath
Not wasting resources


I'm not looking for an answer
Not seeking someone else's opinion or advice


Or anyone to second guess no
Not wanting others to doubt or criticize their actions and decisions


You told me all your secrets
Acknowledging someone's vulnerability


And I filled you up with lies
Betraying someone's trust


Now I'm living honestly
Changing one's ways to be truthful


Because I said goodbye
Implying that one needed to let go of someone to become honest


I can't go home anymore
Unable to return to the past or one's comfort zone


I was losing all my senses
Being overwhelmed with emotions


I was losing all control
Lack of stability or clarity in one's actions and feelings


It was getting so offensive
Feeling uncomfortable or fed up with someone's behavior


Now you want me back for more
Someone wanting to reconnect despite previous issues


And I just won't go
Choosing to not engage with someone


If you think you know the answers
Challenging someone who is too sure of their opinions


You've got a lot of gall
Implying that someone is too confident or arrogant


Cause it gives you satisfaction
Implying that someone enjoys the power or control over others


Knowing nothing at all
Critiquing someone who is ignorant or unwise


I don't care anymore
Indifference or apathy towards a situation or person


And I don't wanna find out what I left there for
Unwillingness to face consequences of past actions or decisions


Take a second guess yeah
Being skeptical or hesitant to take someone's advice or opinion


(Hey)
Exclamatory interjection or filler word


(Yeah, yeah I know)
Acknowledging someone's advice or opinion without necessarily agreeing


(Well I gotta go okay)
Politely ending a conversation or interaction


(Over one billion served)
Sarcastically implying that one is just a number or statistic


Oh yeah
Exclamatory interjection or filler word




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CURTIS JAMES JACKSON, REGINALD SMITH, JESSE WILSON

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@johnfoulkrod4835

I'm 67 been playing guitar for years, but their rendition is so beautiful it brings tears to my eyes.

@stephaniespuria8708

Yup!

Me too

@ehuff8000

One of the best breakup songs. Lifts you up every time, and puts a smile on your face. Brandi was the perfect, perfect addition to it.

@annemooney9001

the indigo girls have been putting a smile (and the occasional tear) on my face for 20 years. their harmonies are untouchable, and emily is a master on the guitar, AND they always share the stage with upcoming artists, like brandi carlile. she is awesome!

@only_colorado8876

For me, it's been 30 years.  God bless them!!!!  Forever Indigo!!

@WiiGame2000

"they always share the stage with upcoming artists" ... like R.E.M. and Hothouse Flowers (and possibly others) did for the Girls

@amosfraser

Anne Mooney I have a guy friend who actually taught himself to play guitar (after learning the very basics of chords) by listening intently to the Indigo girls and mimicking what he heard. And yes, I agree that their harmonies are tops!!!

@michellewilkes5801

? Brandi Carly? Thanks for posting I mean never knew she was I can't wait 2 research her thanks for posting I never knew who she was excited to learn and I've always loves loves loves The untouchables indigo girls ♥️

@pacificnorthwester

They are very good, but Emily is no where near a master on guitar.

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@chrolli247

I love them! The best rendition of a Dylan song ever!!!

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