During the week ending February 1, 2020, “Woods” debuted and peaked at #75 on the Hot 100.
Woods
Mac Miller Lyrics
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Yeah, things like this ain't built to last
I might just fade like those before me
When will you forget my past?
Got questions, ask, you know the stories
Yeah, and you need to let me know
Can I come?
Do you believe me, are you close?
Yeah, even if you don't
That'll get you sprung
Do I, do I, do I love?
Can I, can I, can I get enough?
Yeah, don't run away, love
Hate love, heartbreak will have you bankrupt
Too many days in a daze, better wake up
I put your face in a place where the space was
Nobody make you feel like you but (do I?)
And you don't know what you should do
You just looking for someone to make you move, ooh tell me (do I?)
I make this planet feel like home
It's us versus time, the door is closing
So far beyond all our control
You saved a soul so close to broken, yeah
It's so much better when you wait
Forever and a day, that's all I got
Put it together then it break
All the energy it takes, it never stop
Do I, do I, do I love?
Can I, can I, can I get enough?
Yeah, I never slip, I never fall
I tried to tell you 'bout a better life
And get involved, big or small
It's been my fault
I keep it safe, it's in the vault
Blindfold her, keep it going 'til we hit a wall
Yeah, I'm never going through the motions
I'm just tryna lay your body down slowly
We can only go up
We can only go up
Do I, do I, do I love?
Can I, can I, can I get enough?
The song "Woods" by Mac Miller, is a song that talks about relationships and how they are prone to fading away eventually. The first verse begins with a rhetorical question about whether Mac Miller's relationship is built to last or will it fade out like those before him. The lyrics suggest that he is aware of the common trend of most relationships and is questioning whether or not his relationship will meet the same fate. The second verse features him asking his partner if they are close by and can he come. This adds an element of uncertainty to the song as he's trying to figure out if his partner is available or not.
The chorus of the song suggests that he is in love with his partner as he repeats the question, "Do I love?" and "Can I get enough?", but there's still some sense of doubt in his voice. He's trying to suppress the fear that his relationship will come to an end. The third verse is where he talks about trying to make his partner feel wanted while trying to avoid falling into the motions of the relationship. This is a lyrical statement that suggests he doesn't want his relationship to become monotonous or repetitive. The chorus repeats twice and fades out.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, things like this ain't built to last
The current state of my relationship is not sustainable and will eventually come to an end.
I might just fade like those before me
Just like others before me, I may disappear from your life without warning or explanation.
When will you forget my past?
I am haunted by my past mistakes and wonder if you will ever be able to overlook them.
Got questions, ask, you know the stories
If you have any uncertainties or concerns about my past, feel free to ask me because my stories are an open book.
Yeah, and you need to let me know
Communication is key in our relationship and I need to know where you stand.
When you're leaving where you go
I want to know your plans and whereabouts, so that we can form a strong bond.
Can I come?
I want to be included in your life and be a part of everything you do.
Do you believe me, are you close?
I require your trust and intimacy in order to grow our relationship into something real and lasting.
Yeah, even if you don't
Even though you may not trust me completely, I hope to earn your trust over time.
That'll get you sprung
Building that level of trust and intimacy will make you fall for me hard.
Do I, do I, do I love?
I am questioning whether I truly love you or not.
Can I, can I, can I get enough?
I am unsure if my love for you is enough to sustain a long-term relationship.
Yeah, don't run away, love
I am scared of being alone and losing your love and affection.
Hate love, heartbreak will have you bankrupt
The pain of failed relationships is emotionally and mentally exhausting and can bankrupt your spirit.
Too many days in a daze, better wake up
I have spent too many days feeling lost and unsure in this relationship and I need to wake up and face reality.
I put your face in a place where the space was
I filled an empty void in my life with your love and affection and now you are a permanent fixture in my heart.
Nobody make you feel like you but (do I?)
I am unsure if I am still the only one who can make you feel happy and loved.
And you don't know what you should do
You are not sure if staying in this relationship is the right decision.
You just looking for someone to make you move, ooh tell me (do I?)
You are searching for someone who can inspire and motivate you, and I am asking if I am that person for you.
I make this planet feel like home
Being with you gives me a sense of belonging and makes me feel like I am right where I belong on this earth.
It's us versus time, the door is closing
Our relationship is a race against time, and we must work together to make the most of the time we have together before it's too late.
So far beyond all our control
There are many things in life that are beyond our control, including the fate of our relationship.
You saved a soul so close to broken, yeah
You helped me through a difficult time in my life and I am forever grateful to you for that.
It's so much better when you wait
Good things come to those who wait, and we should take our time to build a strong foundation for our relationship to last.
Forever and a day, that's all I got
I want to be with you forever, and I will do everything in my power to make that happen.
Put it together then it break
Our relationship may be fragile at times and we need to work together to keep it from falling apart.
All the energy it takes, it never stop
Maintaining a healthy and fulfilling relationship requires constant effort and energy, but it is worth it in the end.
Yeah, I never slip, I never fall
I am committed to our relationship and will never slip or let it fall apart.
I tried to tell you 'bout a better life
I want to improve both of our lives by being together and having a successful relationship.
And get involved, big or small
I want us to be fully committed to each other and our relationship, no matter how small the gesture may seem.
It's been my fault
I acknowledge that I have made mistakes in our relationship and am willing to take responsibility for them.
I keep it safe, it's in the vault
I will protect our relationship and keep it safe from outside forces that may try to harm it.
Blindfold her, keep it going 'til we hit a wall
I want to keep our relationship exciting and keep you on your toes, but I am willing to stop if it becomes too much for you to handle.
Yeah, I'm never going through the motions
I am committed to making our relationship work and will never go through the motions just to keep things on the surface level.
I'm just tryna lay your body down slowly
I want to show you physical affection and take things slow in our physical relationship.
We can only go up
Our relationship has the potential to grow and improve, and I am optimistic about our future together.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: David Ruoff, Elias Klughammer, Eric A. Dan, Jon Brion, Malcolm James McCormick
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@bakerfan2
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, things like this ain't built to last
I might just fade like those before me
When will you forget my past?
Got questions, ask, you know the stories
And you need to let me know
When you're leaving, where you go
Can I come?
Do you believe me, are you close?
Yeah, even if you don't
That'll get you sprung
Do I, do I, do I love?
Can I, can I, can I get enough?
Yeah, don't run away, love
Hate love, heartbreak will have you bankrupt
Too many days in a daze, better wake up
I put your face in a place where the space was
Nobody makes you feel like you but (Do I?)
And you don't know what you should do
You just lookin' for someone to make you move, ooh, tell me (Do I?)
I make this planet feel like home
Results first time the door is closing
So far beyond all our control
You say your soul's so close to broken
It's so much better when you wait
Forever and a day, that's all I got
Put it together then it breaks
All the energy it takes, it never stop
Do I, do I, do I love?
Can I, can I, can I get enough?
Yeah, I never slip, I never fall
I tried to tell you 'bout a better life
And get involved big or small
It's been my fault, I keep it safe, it's in the vault
Blindfold her, keep it going 'til we hit a wall, yeah
I'm never going through the motions
I'm just tryna lay your body down slowly
We can only go up
We can only go up
Do I, do I, do I love?
Can I, can I, can I get enough?
@ScottPattenden
I remember when Mac started to change his sound a fair few years back. I was very reluctant to listen to any of it, and would often skip songs or not keep up to date on his music. Been a fan since The High Life mixtape, and was very much a lover of his hip hop/rap sound, so would usually listen to that style of his work. I gradually got into his Larry Fisherman work, and jazz influenced music a few years back.
As I have matured into a young man, experienced the hardships of life and joys of adulthood, so has his sound. You can really hear and appreciate his raw musical talent and understanding of music. This man blossomed with his sound since his earlier work. Woods has to by far be my favourite record off the album.
It's really quite hard to explain, but it feels very spiritual in a sense. Two completely unrelated people, Mac, who is unknowing of the Me, and Me who feels very connected to Mac. It's like we've grown up together as childhood friends. I'm sure a lot of people can relate to what I'm saying.
I've cried countless times over his death, and will no doubt continue to do so for many many years.
This album really was a one last good bye. I will treasure it along with your legacy for the rest of my life.
Thank you.
@KiingSmittyy
Lyrics
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, things like this ain't built to last
I might just fade like those before me
When will you forget my past?
Got questions, ask, you know the stories
And you need to let me know
When you're leaving, where you go
Can I come?
Do you believe me, are you close?
Yeah, even if you don't
That'll get you sprung
Do I, do I, do I love?
Can I, can I, can I get enough?
Yeah, don't run away, love
Hey love, heartbreak will have you bankrupt
Too many days in a daze, better wake up
I put your face in a place where the space was
Nobody makes you feel like you but (Do I?)
And you don't know what you should do
You just lookin' for someone to make you move, ooh, tell me (Do I?)
I make this planet feel like home
It's us vs time the door is closing
So far beyond all our control
You saved a soul so close to broken
It's so much better when you wait
Forever and a day, that's all I got
Put it together then it breaks
All the energy it takes, it never stop
Do I, do I, do I love?
Can I, can I, can I get enough?
Yeah, I never slip, I never fall
I tried to tell you 'bout a better life
And get involved big or small
It's been my fault, I keep it safe, it's in the vault
Blindfold her, keep it going 'til we hit a wall
I'm never going through the motions
I'm just tryna lay your body down slowly
We can only go up, we can only go up
Do I, do I, do I love?
Can I, can I, can I get enough?
@itselmer
We need a Netflix documentary on Mac up to this latest album drop with more behind the scene and unseen footage
@jaylinalcala95
Netflix already tried to do it and mac's family said no to it. According to his family the album is the last of mac we will be getting.
@scarrood
@@jaylinalcala95 f that, its understandable but I could really need this :(
@jaylinalcala95
@@scarrood same...same:(
@keeganshhdhdb9909
It’s not that they said know, it was an unofficial documentary, they never consulted the family or estate, they just started trying to get it done and the family stepped in. I really hope we do get one but I guess it’s their decision
@blaineskate9580
MusicCharts TV get tf out of here there’s a million places you could self promote go be ashamed you did it here were grieving fans enjoying music asshole
@djisham3943
This beat with his vocals. Go together so well ugh
@kushme6931
DJ FFA facts this is just pure art
@BryanG12267
Im almost certain he sampled the score from carls sagans cosmos series too.
Edit: 1:02 it starts to fade in, 1:35, and 2:00 is the most obvious one
@1 minute mark ://youtu.be/AQ720sKllMM
I hadn't listened to the score in years and idk maybe im just crazy. Regardless, rest easy Mac
@leaf6069
@@BryanG12267 your right, great catch that's why we love mac.