Green Eyes
Kevin Krauter Lyrics
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How could I?
When every impulse in myself
Would have me jumping roof to roof
And hanging tied up and torn between the two
Did you find peace?
I know you worried about me
If you could see me now you'd find
There′s someone you wouldn't even recognize
I never told you what it meant
As if I could even shake it down by then
The sands are shifting all the time
In the end somebody's got to draw the line
Was there no clue?
Whatever happened to you
And should I care if I lose a friend?
′Cause if you′re looking for some truth
You'd see my green eyes ain′t looking back at you
The lyrics of Kevin Krauter's song Green Eyes tell the story of a relationship that was never fully defined. The singer never shared their feelings with their partner because they were torn between their impulses and their desire to keep the relationship intact. The song is about the regret that the singer feels for not being honest with their partner and never truly knowing what the relationship could have been. The first verse illustrates how difficult it was for the singer to express their feelings, as every impulse in themselves would have them "jumping roof to roof." They were caught between their desire to jump headfirst into the relationship and their fear of ruining what they already had.
The second verse shows the singer's regret for not having been honest with their partner about their feelings. They wonder if their partner found peace after the relationship ended, and apologize for having caused them worry. However, the singer also acknowledges that they would not even recognize themselves if their partner were to see them now. Finally, in the chorus, the singer reflects on the fact that they never expressed how much the relationship meant to them, and laments the fact that someone had to draw the line. The song concludes with the singer wondering whatever happened to their partner, and questioning whether they should care if they lose a friend. They emphasize that their green eyes are not looking back, indicating that they have moved on from the relationship.
Overall, the lyrics of Green Eyes dissect the complexities of relationships and the difficulties of communication. The singer's regret is palpable, and the longing for what could have been is tangible. The lyrics are both raw and honest, and the emotion that Krauter infuses into the song is both powerful and thought-provoking.
Line by Line Meaning
I never told you how it felt
I never expressed to you the emotions I was feeling
How could I?
It was difficult for me to express my emotions
When every impulse in myself
Whenever I had a strong feeling
Would have me jumping roof to roof
I felt elated and overjoyed
And hanging tied up and torn between the two
But also felt conflicted and uncertain
Did you find peace?
Are you in a good state of mind?
I know you worried about me
I am aware that you were concerned about me
And for that I can't apologize
I am not regretful for causing you to worry
If you could see me now you'd find
If you were to see me presently
There's someone you wouldn't even recognize
I have changed dramatically since the last time you saw me
I never told you what it meant
I never explained the significance of it
As if I could even shake it down by then
As though I could have figured it out myself at that point
The sands are shifting all the time
Things are always changing
In the end somebody's got to draw the line
Eventually, someone must make a definitive decision
Was there no clue?
Did you not notice anything?
Whatever happened to you
What has become of you?
And should I care if I lose a friend?
Is it important if I lose your friendship?
'Cause if you're looking for some truth
Because if you are searching for honesty
You'd see my green eyes ain't looking back at you
You would realize that I am not interested in mending our relationship
Writer(s): Kevin Paul Krauter
Contributed by Joseph D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@hipdadradioclips5791
Super excited for the new record! Kevin K is one of the greats!
@bystained
Love this song more than i love myself
@raulville8680
Que joya!!
@apelover643
such a beautiful song :3
@FrancescaS.
This feels like the song I’d sing to someone after being angsty for awhile
@rosabscura
Really good song
@vicky8867
I actually just heard this on Google and another one of theirs. I like their music.
@jonathenmoore7078
I found this song at the movies. I love how its like "reach out and just do your earthly thing.."
@FranciscoBurrola
Love the artwork
@danyamariegeddes8320
So nice 😎🎧