The song was written by singer/guitarist Gustaf Norén to co-singer/guitarist, Björn Dixgård. The song is about the pressure, as a celebrity, to behave under the spotlight, having all your mistakes magnified and causing problems. "As long as you’re a band," Norén says of this song, "then you can count on each other. You will always get through every problem."
God Knows
Mando Diao Lyrics
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I get excited by the moves you do
I'm on a mission and I'm gonna get away
Well I saw her standing all colored in red
I felt the blues just by the things she said
I want my mission so I can escape today
[Chorus]
God knows, I ain't happy so I want it bad tonight
Oh brother can you help me out
God knows, I've got nothing so accept my time
God knows, it ain't easy to behave in this spotlight
Oh brother can you help me out
brother can you help me out
Oh brother can you help me out
Well I turned the page from number three to four
You had nothing on you by my bedroom door
You had your mission now I'm gonna get away
Oh this is over and our souls are saved
When I am buried when I've got my own cave
I've done my mission so I won't be here today
[Chorus]
I turned right just like I thought you would
I got excited like you said I would
I'm on a mission and I'm getting blown away
Well I saw her standing all colored in red
I felt the blues just by the things she said
I want my mission so I can escape today
[Chorus]
Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah
All right
The lyrics to Mando Diao's song "God Knows" seem to be describing a person who is being controlled by someone else's instructions. The first verse talks about taking direction from someone and getting excited by that person's actions. The singer is on a mission and wants to get away, but then sees a woman in red who brings him down, making him feel the blues. The chorus then talks about how the singer is struggling to sleep and wants his line, which could refer to something he is addicted to or needs to feel fulfilled. The singer is unhappy and wants something bad tonight, begging his brother for help.
In the second verse, the singer turns a page and realizes that the person he was following had nothing on them. He has his own mission now and wants to escape, promising that when he is buried, he won't be here today. The final verse is similar to the first, with the singer turning right and getting excited by what someone else said. He's on a mission and wants to escape, but is again brought down by a woman in red.
Overall, the lyrics seem to be a commentary on society's obsession with following directions and trying to escape our current situation, whether it's through addiction or just wanting something more. The singer is asking for help from his brother, indicating that he cannot break free from this cycle on his own.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I turned left just like you told me to
I followed your instructions and went in the direction you advised me to.
I get excited by the moves you do
I enjoy watching and emulating the actions you take.
I'm on a mission and I'm gonna get away
I have a personal goal and I'm determined to achieve it.
Well I saw her standing all colored in red
I noticed her dressed in red.
I felt the blues just by the things she said
I felt unhappy due to her words and actions.
I want my mission so I can escape today
I want to complete my objective so I can leave this situation.
God knows, I ain't sleeping but I want my line
I'm restless and eager to pursue my goal.
God knows, I ain't happy so I want it bad tonight
I'm unsatisfied and looking to change my circumstances quickly.
Oh brother can you help me out
I need assistance from someone close to me.
God knows, I've got nothing so accept my time
I don't have much to offer, but I'm willing to give my time and effort.
God knows, it ain't easy to behave in this spotlight
It's challenging to maintain my composure when I'm in the public eye.
brother can you help me out
Once again, I'm asking for help from a trusted friend or family member.
Oh brother can you help me out
This plea for assistance is urgent and sincere.
Well I turned the page from number three to four
I moved on from one situation to the next in my life.
You had nothing on you by my bedroom door
You left something behind, but it's not here anymore.
You had your mission now I'm gonna get away
You accomplished your purpose, and now it's my turn to move on.
Oh this is over and our souls are saved
Our ordeal has concluded, and we were able to keep our spirits intact.
When I am buried when I've got my own cave
When I've passed away and have my own space to call home.
I've done my mission so I won't be here today
I've fulfilled my quest, and therefore, I won't be around anymore.
I turned right just like I thought you would
I made a decision that I believed you would.
I got excited like you said I would
I became enthusiastic as a result of your encouragement.
I'm on a mission and I'm getting blown away
I'm determined to accomplish my goal, but the process is blowing me away.
Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah
An expression of excitement or agreement.
All right
A confirmation or agreement to what was just said.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BJORN DIXGARD, GUSTAF NOREN
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@tomofish3921
I went to a summer sonic 04 when I was a college student.
When the Green Day stage started elsewhere during their performance, a lot of people moved.
I was listening to their performance with the people who remained there.
Then, they said, "It's a new song.Godknows" who played for us.
I remember it vividly no matter how many years later it is.
This song is special to me.
I am Japanese.
I hope it is conveyed well.
@32arv
Well I turned left just like you told me to
I get excited by the moves you do
I'm on a mission and I'm gonna get away
Well I saw her standing all colored in red
I felt the blues just by the things she said
I want my mission so I can escape today
God knows - I ain't sleeping but I want my line
God knows - I ain't happy so I want it bad tonight
Oh brother can you help me out
God knows - I've got nothing so accept my time
God knows - it ain't easy to behave in this spotlight
Oh brother can you help me out
Brother can you help me out
Oh brother can you help me out
Well I turned the page from number three to four
You had nothing on you by my bedroom door
You had your mission now I'm gonna get away
When this is over and our souls are saved
When I am buried when I've got my own cave
I've done my mission so I won't be here today
God knows - I ain't sleeping but I want my line
God knows - I ain't happy so I want it bad tonight
Oh brother can you help me out
God knows - I've got nothing so accept my time
God knows - it ain't easy to behave in this spotlight
Oh brother can you help me out...
Brother can you help me out
Oh brother can you help me out
Oh brother can you help me out
I turned right just like I thought you would
I got excited like you said I would
I'm on a mission and I'm getting blown away
Well I saw her standing all colored in red
I felt the blues just by the things she said
I want my mission so I can escape today
God knows - I ain't sleeping but I want my line
God knows - I ain't happy so I want it bad tonight
Oh brother can you help me out
God knows - I've got nothing so accept my time
God knows - it ain't easy to behave in this spotlight
Oh brother can you help me out
Brother can you help me out
Oh brother can you help me out
Oh brother can you help me out
Yeah yeah
All right
@rohanroychowdhury8695
FIFA 06 was my first ever FIFA game and since then I have played every version of FIFA.
I almost forgot this song , just remembered the screeching and screaming part and the tune has been stuck in my mind for more than decade. Went through the entire FIFA06 soundtrack. Feeling nostalgic :')
@BKproductions033
Same, but bro, you cant forget this one. Im glad you put all the effort in it and find it! It's too good to hear it again after all those years! Enjoy ;)
@brucewayne3602
absolute brilliance !!!
@SubidubidubiDu1
This awesome song still didnt reach 1 million views? Shame on you world.
@extraterrestre0007
2023 >>>> 2006
FIFA… 2006 __ 🎮
“Good memories” 🥹
@poraomaneiro
This song never gets old. I heard it in 2013 and I love it everytime I listen
@tomofish3921
I went to a summer sonic 04 when I was a college student.
When the Green Day stage started elsewhere during their performance, a lot of people moved.
I was listening to their performance with the people who remained there.
Then, they said, "It's a new song.Godknows" who played for us.
I remember it vividly no matter how many years later it is.
This song is special to me.
I am Japanese.
I hope it is conveyed well.
@vidhikhanna1886
I've been on this planet 16 years and I only find out about this beyond-talented gorgeous band now?! Why does nobody ever tell me anything?!
@eddieukkasyah
Love from Malaysia.
Mando Diao always reminds me of my teenage memories with my late best friend..
life is beautiful.
@Hatsimmale
So old, yet so gold.