Thought This Through
Josh Kerr Lyrics
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Shoulda known how you'd fix your hair
Shoulda known that you'd do your best to remind me what I miss
Shoulda known that you wouldn't fight fair
And oh
yeah I planned out how this moment would go
Girl I swear
I thought I thought this through
That I knew what I'd do
Then I saw you walk into this bar with someone new
I thought I that I could act
Like I don't want us back
Turns out that after all this time it's still too soon
I thought I thought this through
Didn't think it would all rush back
Didn't think you'd be here alone
Didn't think I would hate that you aint the one paying my tab
Didn't think this is how it would go
I thought I thought this through
That I knew what I'd do
Then I saw you walk into this bar with someone new
I thought I that I could act
Like I don't want us back
Turns out that after all this time it's still too soon
I thought I thought this through
I thought I thought this through
Now I don't know what to do
'Cause I think that I just might still be in love with you
I thought I thought this through
That I knew what I'd do
Then I saw you walk into this bar with someone new
I thought I that I could act
Like I don't want us back
Turns out that after all this time it's still too soon
I thought I thought this through
The lyrics to Josh Kerr's song "Thought This Through" revolve around the theme of unexpected emotions and the struggle to move on from a past relationship. The singer reflects on their expectations and plans for how they would handle seeing their ex-lover again, only to realize that they haven't fully processed their feelings.
In the first verse, the singer admits that they should have anticipated the intense emotions they would experience upon seeing their ex-lover. They mention noticing how their ex fixes their hair and intentionally reminds them of what they miss. The line "Shoulda known that you wouldn't fight fair" suggests that their ex might be intentionally trying to provoke emotional turmoil.
The pre-chorus alludes to the singer's anticipation and careful orchestration of how they imagined the encounter would go. They had a plan in mind for how they would handle the situation, setting expectations to protect their heart and emotions. However, the realization hits them when they see their ex with someone new, making it clear that their plan is ineffective.
The chorus then delves into the singer's internal struggle. They confess that they had convinced themselves they could act indifferent or unaffected by seeing their ex with someone new. Unfortunately, the sight of their ex with someone else triggers deep-rooted emotions, indicating that it is still too soon for them to move on. The repetition of the phrase "I thought I thought this through" emphasizes their miscalculation and lack of readiness in facing the situation.
The final verse reaffirms the confusion and conflicting emotions the singer is experiencing. They confess that despite thinking they had processed their feelings and prepared for this encounter, they now find themselves uncertain of what to do. The closing line, "I think that I just might still be in love with you," reveals the lingering love and unresolved emotions they still hold for their ex-lover.
Overall, "Thought This Through" explores the complexities of emotional growth and the challenges one faces in truly moving on from a past relationship. It highlights the unexpected power of love and the difficulties of rationalizing or planning emotions. The song's introspective lyrics provide insight into the internal struggle and vulnerability that can take place when confronted with a new reality that challenges one's perceived progress.
Line by Line Meaning
Shoulda known it would feel like this
I should have anticipated that being in this situation would bring up these intense emotions
Shoulda known how you'd fix your hair
I should have known that you would make an effort to look attractive and catch my attention
Shoulda known that you'd do your best to remind me what I miss
I should have known that you would try to evoke memories of our past and make me long for what we had
Shoulda known that you wouldn't fight fair
I should have known that you wouldn't hesitate to use your charms and play games to get under my skin
And oh
And oh, how foolish I was
yeah I planned out how this moment would go
Yes, I meticulously crafted a plan for how I would handle this encounter
Girl I swear
I swear, girl, I believed I had it all figured out
I thought I thought this through
I believed I had thoroughly considered and prepared for this situation
That I knew what I'd do
I was confident in my ability to react and respond accordingly
Then I saw you walk into this bar with someone new
But then my plan fell apart when I witnessed you entering the bar with someone else
I thought I that I could act
I thought I could pretend and put on a facade
Like I don't want us back
Like I don't still long and desire for us to be together again
Turns out that after all this time it's still too soon
It turns out that even after all this time has passed, it's still too early for me to move on
Didn't think it would all rush back
I didn't expect all these emotions and memories to come rushing back so suddenly
Didn't think you'd be here alone
I didn't expect to see you here by yourself
Didn't think I would hate that you aint the one paying my tab
I didn't anticipate feeling a sense of resentment towards you not being the one financially responsible for me tonight
Didn't think this is how it would go
I didn't imagine that this is how the situation would unfold
Now I don't know what to do
Now I'm completely unsure of how to proceed
'Cause I think that I just might still be in love with you
Because I'm starting to realize that I might still have strong feelings of love towards you
Lyrics Β© Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Emily Falvey, Josh Kerr
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Wajutome Evovo
This is so lovely π ... i fell in love with it , great song
Lori Cook
What guys miss out on. Iβm talking to this guy and heβs pretty great! And then my ex husband gets a hold of me . Itβs crazy but great song β€οΈπ― But I donβt see myself going back with him I see a better future for me with someone else !!!!!!
Roseanne King
Sweet......πππ
Melinda Pemberton
THIS WAS YESTERDAY BABY IM NOT MAD EITHER I JUST WANTED TO KNOW HOW YOUR DATE WENT I STILL LOVE YOU AND IF YOU DONT BRING MY PICTURES BACK TO ME THEN YOU STILL LOVE ME TO SO TELL ME WHAT YOU GOING TO DO LOVE FOREVRR LOVE ALWAYS
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Don't be shy, who's the girl ππ
Melinda Pemberton
DID YOU SAY YOU WANTED US BACK TOGETHER TO I KNOW I DO JUST MARK IT SO I KNOW THAT YOU KNOW YOU MEAN IT LOVE YOU FOREVER LOVE.ME ALWAYS
Melinda Pemberton
BABY I WANT US BACK BABY LOVE YOU LOVE ME FOREVER ALWAYS
Wajutome Evovo
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