What Do You Want?
Jazzanova Lyrics
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I put my faith in material things,
Too easily.
Still I get no peace,
Feels more like breaths between drowning,
Just like some small release.
I'm on the lookout for something new, yeah,
Tell me what do you want?
Love.
And what do you need?
Peace.
And what do I have
Nothing, no.
If I don't have me?
Nothing, no.
The world is changing, gettin' smaller everyday,
Easy to get some place, but hard to get away.
I've got a lot to learn,
Temptation's there at every turn.
All of the roads lead back to me,
All of the roads lead back to me.
I've got to hold on to the one thing that I know is true.
Never give up what you believe,
Never give up what you believe.
Window shopping to ease the weight.
The world on my shoulders,
It gets hard to relate.
With my family, still I get no peace,
Of all these things I see,
The only one I need is me.
Just one reflection will never do;
I need something I can hold on to.
Tell me what do you want?
Love.
And what do you need?
Peace.
And what do I have
Nothing, no.
If I don't have me?
Nothing, no.
The world is changing, gettin' smaller everyday,
Easy to get some place, but hard to get away.
I've got a lot to learn,
Temptation's there at every turn.
All of the roads lead back to me,
But all of the roads lead back to me.
I've got to hold on to the one thing that I know is true.
Never give up what you believe,
Never give up what you believe.
I've got a lot to learn,
Temptation's there at every turn.
All of the roads lead back to me,
But all of the roads lead back to me.
I've got to hold on to the one thing that I know is true.
Never give up what you believe,
Never give up what you believe.
Never give up what you believe,
Never give up.
Never give up what you believe.
Never give up what you believe.
The song "What Do You Want?" by Jazzanova featuring Joe Dukie is a soulful reminder of the importance of self-love and acceptance in a world that often urges us to chase material possessions and external validation. The opening lines set the tone for the song with the singer admitting to feeling restless and struggling to find peace despite putting his faith in material things. He describes his pursuit for something new, something to hold onto, that can help him find the love and peace he craves.
As the chorus kicks in, the lyrics take a more profound turn with the singer asking himself and the listener what they truly want and need in life. He acknowledges that the world is changing and becoming smaller every day, but it's easy to get to a place but hard to get away. The lyrics also speak of the constant temptation to stray away from what is true and meaningful, but ultimately all the roads lead back to oneself.
The song's message of self-love and acceptance is beautifully conveyed through Joe Dukie's emotive vocals and the song's groovy beat. It's a timeless reminder to prioritize ourselves and never give up on what we believe in, no matter what life throws our way.
Line by Line Meaning
There's no escaping this restlessness I feel.
I can't shake off this feeling of unease.
I put my faith in material things,
I rely too much on material possessions.
Too easily.
I acquire them without much thought.
Still I get no peace,
But they don't bring me any peace of mind.
Feels more like breaths between drowning,
It's like taking short breaths in between submerging in water.
Just like some small release.
It only provides a temporary relief.
I'm on the lookout for something new, yeah,
I am searching for something different.
Something I can hold on to.
Something that will give me stability and comfort.
Tell me what do you want?
What is it that you desire?
Love.
I want to feel loved.
And what do you need?
What is it that you require?
Peace.
I need to find peace within myself.
And what do I have
And what can I offer?
Nothing, no.
I have nothing to give.
If I don't have me?
If I am not in a good place?
Nothing, no.
I won't have anything to give.
The world is changing, gettin' smaller everyday,
The world is evolving and becoming more connected.
Easy to get some place, but hard to get away.
It's easier to go somewhere, but harder to escape from it.
I've got a lot to learn,
I still have much to understand.
Temptation's there at every turn.
There are always temptations around me.
All of the roads lead back to me,
In the end, it all comes back to me.
But all of the roads lead back to me.
I am responsible for my own happiness.
Never give up what you believe,
Don't abandon your own principles.
Never give up.
Don't give up on yourself.
Never give up what you believe.
Don't compromise your values.
Never give up what you believe.
Stay true to yourself.
Contributed by Sophia A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@indianfire11
This is a great mix I luv to listen to it while im working !
@Danielspamjam
These guys just keep putting together the most seminal music. Awesome stuff!!!
@HARDDRIVER73
this group and incognito are what we need more of on the airwaves in the morning!
@poppymelli4338
one of my favourite song of jazzanova.. the meaning of this song reflects myself...
@WHAAproducoes
omg, feel the music :3
@nitepatrol1873
Heard this on KCRW almost a decade ago. "Never give up what you believe!"
@avirnama123
Great great great piece.
@ac711sk8
still listening in 2022
@tilbear1974
I love me some Joe Dukie!!!
@MegumiHayashida
2 words : REAL MUSIC.