Don't Wanna Say
Lauren Jauregui Lyrics


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Phantom fingertips brush against my skin
Shaking with desire, thinking 'bout what if
If you go ahead and lean your hand closer to mine
And rest your leg against my thigh
Wouldn't that be something?
Wouldn't that be? Mm

I really want it, but
Don't wanna say I want it
Don't wanna say I want it
You should know that I do
I need it badly, boy
Don't wanna say I want it
Don't wanna say I want it
You should know that I do

What we had is gone, I'm sad
I can read it in your eyes
When you're looking at me like that
Yeah, I want it, but
Don't wanna say I want it
Don't wanna say I want it
You should know that I do

Te espero
Abre esa boca, dime una cosa
No tengas miedo, bebé
Acerca y atrévete
Ya sé, sé que sabe bien lo que hacer
Con este cuerpo que mira como si tuviera sed

Wish you'd grab my face
As you drag your hand to my waist, down my back
Wouldn't that be something heavenly?
Mmm, yeah

I really want it, but
Don't wanna say I want it
Don't wanna say I want it
You should know that I do (don't wanna say, baby)
I need it badly, boy
Don't wanna say I want it
Don't wanna say I want it
You should know that I do

What we had is gone, I'm sad
I can read it in your eyes
When you're looking at me like that
Yeah, I want it, but
Don't wanna say I want it (don't wanna say)
Don't wanna say I want it
You should know that I do

Oh, you should know it, baby
Yeah, you should know it, baby (you should know that I do)
Yeah-yeah, yeah-yeah, hey-hey-hey (you should know that I do)
Oh-oh-oh-oh, oh, oh-oh-oh




Oh, oh-oh, hey-hey
You should know that I do

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Lauren Jauregui's song "Don't Wanna Say" are about the conflicting desire for intimacy and the fear of expressing that desire. The song captures the tension between wanting something passionately but being hesitant to admit it openly.


The opening lines describe the electric anticipation of a potential physical connection. The mention of "phantom fingertips" and the idea of leaning closer and touching suggests a longing for physical closeness and intimacy. However, the singer is reluctant to express this desire directly, hence the repeated refrain of "Don't wanna say I want it."


The chorus reveals the singer's internal struggle. They desperately want this connection, but they are afraid of expressing it openly. The line "What we had is gone, I'm sad, I can read it in your eyes" suggests that there is a history between the two, potentially a lost romantic connection, and this longing is resurfacing. The singer wants the person to know that they do want it, but they are torn between vulnerability and the fear of rejection or disappointment.


The second verse introduces some Spanish lyrics, adding a layer of seduction and passion. The singer urges the person to take a risk, be bold, and not be afraid. The line "Con este cuerpo que mira como si tuviera sed" translates to "With this body that looks as if it were thirsty," emphasizing the physical desire and attraction.


The bridge expresses the yearning for an intimate moment where the person grabs the singer's face and explores their body. The line "Wouldn't that be something heavenly?" suggests that this kind of connection would be a dream come true.


Overall, the song captures the internal battle between desire and fear, expressing the longing for intimacy while keeping it hidden. It explores the vulnerability and hesitancy often present in romantic connections.


Line by Line Meaning

Phantom fingertips brush against my skin
I can feel the gentle touch of your fingers, even though they're not physically touching me.


Shaking with desire, thinking 'bout what if
I'm filled with intense longing, imagining all the possibilities if we were to act on our desires.


If you go ahead and lean your hand closer to mine
If you take the risk and move your hand closer to mine, we could share a deeper connection.


And rest your leg against my thigh
If you let your leg touch mine, it would be an intimate gesture that would bring us closer.


Wouldn't that be something?
Wouldn't it be incredible? It could bring us immense joy and fulfillment.


Wouldn't that be? Mm
Wouldn't it? Just thinking about it fills me with anticipation and excitement.


I really want it, but
I have a strong desire for it, but I hesitate to express it openly.


Don't wanna say I want it
I'm afraid to admit that I desire it, even though it's true.


You should know that I do
But I want you to understand and be aware that I do want it.


I need it badly, boy
I crave it intensely, and it has become a necessity for me, my desire for you is strong.


What we had is gone, I'm sad
Our past connection has faded away, and I feel a deep sense of sadness because of it.


I can read it in your eyes
I can see the absence of our former love in your eyes, it's evident.


When you're looking at me like that
The way you gaze at me reflects the loss and longing we both feel.


Yeah, I want it, but
Yes, I still desire it, but I hesitate to reveal my true feelings.


Te espero
I'm waiting for you, I anticipate your actions.


Abre esa boca, dime una cosa
Open your mouth, tell me something meaningful.


No tengas miedo, bebé
Don't be afraid, baby.


Acerca y atrévete
Come closer and dare to act on your desires.


Ya sé, sé que sabe bien lo que hacer
I already know, I'm aware that you know how to handle this situation.


Con este cuerpo que mira como si tuviera sed
With this body that yearns for passion, longing for sensual connection.


Wish you'd grab my face
I desire for you to grasp my face in your hands.


As you drag your hand to my waist, down my back
And then let your hand slide from my waist down to my lower back.


Wouldn't that be something heavenly?
Wouldn't it be an exquisitely pleasurable experience? Almost like a taste of heaven.


Mmm, yeah
Hmm, just the thought of it brings me intense pleasure.


Oh, you should know it, baby
Oh, I want you to be aware of it, baby.


Yeah, you should know it, baby
Yes, I need you to understand, to be conscious of my desires, baby.


Yeah-yeah, yeah-yeah, hey-hey-hey
Yes, yes, hey-hey-hey


Oh-oh-oh-oh, oh, oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh-oh-oh, oh, oh-oh-oh


Oh, oh-oh, hey-hey
Oh, oh-oh, hey-hey


You should know that I do
I want you to be aware, to know and understand that I do desire you.




Lyrics © MICHELITA MUSIC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Danny T. Levin, Lauren Jauregui, Paul Edwin II Shelton, Warren Felder

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Don't Wanna Say - Lauren Jauregui (lyrics)

Phantom fingertips brush against my skin
Shaking with desire, thinkin bout what if?
If you go ahead
And inch your hand closer to mine
And press your leg against my thigh
Would that be something?
Would that be?

I really want it but
Don’t wanna say I want it
Don’t wanna say I want it
You should know that I do
I need it badly but
Don’t wanna say I want it
Don’t wanna say I want it
You should know that I do
What we have has gone unsaid
I can read it in your eyes when
you’re looking at me like that
Yeah I want it but
Don’t wanna say I want it
Don’t wanna say I want it
You should know that I do

Te espero
Abre esa boca, dime una cosa
No tengas miedo bebe
Acerca y atrévete
Ya se, se que
Sabes bien lo que hacer
Con este cuerpo que miras como si tuvieras sed

Wish you’d grab my face
As you drag your hand
To my waist down my back
Would that be something heavenly?

I really want it but
Don’t wanna say I want it
Don’t wanna say I want it
You should know that I do
I need it badly but
Don’t wanna say I want it
Don’t wanna say I want it
You should know that I do
What we have has gone unsaid
I can read it in your eyes
When you’re lookin at my like that
I really want it but
Don’t wanna say I want it
Don’t wanna say I want it
You should know that I do
You should know it baby
Yeah you should know it, baby
You should know that I do



Alejandra Guevara Urbina

LETRA EN ESPAÑOL
Las yemas de los dedos del fantasma rozan mi piel
Temblando con deseo, pensando en qué pasaría si
Si sigues adelante y acercas tu mano a la mía
Y apoyas tu pierna contra mi muslo
¿No sería eso algo? ¿No lo sería? Mmm
Realmente lo quiero, pero
No quiero decir que lo quiero
No quiero decir que lo quiero
Deberías saber que lo quiero
Lo necesito desesperadamente pero
No quiero decir que lo quiero
No quiero decir que lo quiero
Deberías saber que lo quiero
Lo que teníamos se fue, estoy triste
Puedo leerlo en tus ojos
Cuando me miras así
Sí, lo quiero, pero
No quiero decir que lo quiero
No quiero decir que lo quiero
Deberías saber que lo quiero
Te espero
Abre esa boca, dime una cosa
No tenga 'miedo, bebé
Acerca y atrévete
Ya sé, sé que sabe' bien lo que hacer
Con este cuerpo que mira como si tuviera
Deseo que agarres mi cara
Mientras arrastras tus manos hacia mi cintura por mi espalda
¿No sería eso algo celestial? Mmm sí
Realmente lo quiero, pero
No quiero decir que lo quiero
No quiero decir que lo quiero
No quiero decir, bebé
No quiero decir que lo quiero
No quiero decir que lo quiero
Lo quiero
Lo que teníamos se fue, estoy triste
Puedo leerlo en tus ojos
Cuando me miras así
Sí, lo quiero, pero
No quiero
No quiero decir, sí
Deberías saber que lo quiero
deberías
deberías
Si-Si, eh-eh, eh-eh-eh
oh, oh-oh-oh, oh, oh-oh-oh
oh-oh, eh-eh
deberías sable Que lo quiero...



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Noe Vasquez

No termino de asimilar que este día por fin llegó, nuestra bebé lo logró, es libre de escribir y cantar lo que ella quiere, el mundo entero la conocerá y reconocerá su trabajo!

Edward Díaz

@Noe Vasquez te agradezco mucho, no tenía idea. Creí que todas ellas habían firmado con disqueras que las ayudaban y no las explotaban como en el grupo

Noe Vasquez

@Edward Díaz antes estaba en una disquera que no la promocionaba y no le daban "apoyo económico", ni la dejaba canta lo que ella quería, de hecho, ella tuvo que poner de su dinero para poder sacar Expectations y la mayoría de sus videos. En fin, ahora tiene su propio sello discográfico

Edward Díaz

Antes no podía hacerlo? No estoy contextualizado.

Daniela Eukario

Lauren merece más reconocimiento, Vamos The Covens hay que hacer que el mundo conozca a Lauren Jauregui ❤️✨

Lucero Hilario

Pienso lo mismo

Lucero Hilario

Pienso lo mismo

CamilaJauregui97

is this what entering heaven sounds like

Amanda Barrios Vazquez

No te rrobes el nombre de Lauren Jaureguin dis que Jauregui n

Lix Marine

Yes ma'am

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