Work It Out
Jon Batiste Lyrics


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(We can work it out, we can work it out, we can work it out, baby)
We can work it out
(We can work it out, we can work it out, we can work it out, baby)
I try, I try, I try
To understand your feelings, pretty baby
But won't you please, pretty baby
Understand mine
Won't you understand?
We can work it out
(We can work it out, we can work it out, we can work it out, baby)
I called you on the phone
(We can work it out, we can work it out, we can work it out, baby)
We can work it out
(We can work it out, we can work it out, we can work it out, baby)
I wanna, I wanna
(Work it out, work it out, work it out, baby)

There's still so much love in between us (there is love, in us all)
And I never want to let you go (let us love)
'Cause you're my best friend in the whole wide world (like a bird, we will soar)
And I never want to do without you (to the sun)
We can work it out
(We can work it out, we can work it out, we can work it out, baby)
We can work it out
(We can work it out, we can work it out, we can work it out, baby)
(Sorry)
(We can work it out)

Whoa-oh
Whoa-oh

I apologize
Every time you needed love and I turned away
(We can work it out, we can work it out, we can work it out, baby)
I apologize
Sayin' girl like I got somethin' else to do today
(We can work it out, we can work it out, we can work it out, baby)
I apologize
Sayin' baby that all you do is complain
(We can work it out, we can work it out, we can work it out, baby)
When I knew, yes, I knew, you were hurt and something else was causing you pain
(We can work it out, we can work it out, we can work it out, baby)
Every time I gave you stress, instead of caress
(We can work it out, we can work it out, we can work it out, baby)
Every time I gave you five, instead of my time
(We can work it out, we can work it out, we can work it out, baby)
Every time that I would leave, instead of saying
(We can work it out, we can work it out, we can work it out, baby)
Girl, you're my dream, you're my dream, you're my dream, whoa




(We can work it out, we can work it out, we can work it out, baby)
Woo-hoo

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Jon Batiste's song "Work It Out" convey a plea for understanding and a desire to reconcile in a troubled relationship. The repetition of "We can work it out" emphasizes the singer's determination to find a resolution and highlights the importance of communication and compromise. It suggests a belief that despite the difficulties, there is a possibility of overcoming the challenges and salvaging the relationship.


The line "I try, I try, I try to understand your feelings, pretty baby" reveals the singer's earnest efforts to comprehend their partner's emotions. It reflects a willingness to empathize and create a deeper connection. However, the plea for the partner to also understand the singer's own feelings indicates a need for reciprocity and a desire for mutual understanding.


The lyrics also express the singer's regret and apology for past actions that have caused pain in the relationship. The repeated apologies emphasize the singer's recognition of their shortcomings and a desire to make amends. They acknowledge instances where they failed to prioritize the partner's needs and instead focused on other things or neglected the relationship.


Moreover, the lyrics hint at the enduring love that still exists between the singer and their partner. The lines "There's still so much love in between us" and "you're my best friend in the whole wide world" demonstrate a longing to preserve the deep bond they share. It suggests a belief that love can conquer the challenges they are facing and emphasizes the desire to prevent the relationship from falling apart.


Overall, "Work It Out" conveys a mixture of determination, regret, and hope in the face of relationship difficulties. It urges open communication, understanding, and a joint effort to overcome obstacles. The song reflects a longing to preserve the love between the singer and their partner, emphasizing the belief that with honest communication and mutual effort, they can find a way to reconcile and work through their differences.


Line by Line Meaning

We can work it out
Let's find a solution and resolve our issues


I try, I try, I try
I make an effort to comprehend your emotions


To understand your feelings, pretty baby
I want to empathize and grasp what you're going through, my dear


But won't you please, pretty baby
Could you please reciprocate, my beautiful one


Understand mine
Comprehend and acknowledge my emotions as well


Won't you understand?
Can't you see and comprehend?


I called you on the phone
I reached out to you, tried to communicate


I wanna, I wanna
I desire, I long for


Work it out, work it out, work it out, baby
Find a solution, resolve our problems, my love


There's still so much love in between us
There's a profound amount of love within both of us


And I never want to let you go
I never want to lose you, my dear


'Cause you're my best friend in the whole wide world
You're my closest and dearest companion


And I never want to do without you
I never want to be without your presence


We can work it out
Let's find a solution and resolve our issues


I apologize
I express regret and remorse


Every time you needed love and I turned away
Whenever you required affection, and I neglected you


Sayin' girl like I got somethin' else to do today
Acting as though I had other priorities


Sayin' baby that all you do is complain
Claiming that all you do is nag


When I knew, yes, I knew, you were hurt and something else was causing you pain
When I was aware, yes, I was aware, that you were wounded and something else was causing you distress


Every time I gave you stress, instead of caress
Each time I caused you anxiety instead of providing comfort


Every time I gave you five, instead of my time
Whenever I prioritized things over spending time with you


Every time that I would leave, instead of saying
Each time I departed without expressing


Girl, you're my dream, you're my dream, you're my dream, whoa
My dear, you're my aspiration, my aspiration, my aspiration


Woo-hoo
An expression of excitement and joy




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jonathan Batiste, William Marcus Miller Jr

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