Understand
Nathan Young Lyrics


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I just wanna understand why you feel this way
No Iu0027m never going away
No Iu0027ll never fade
Iu0027ll never fade away
Yeah Iu0027m here to stay
Yeah Iu0027m here to stay
Yeah iu0027m here to stay
I don't wanna play these games
I don't wanna feel this pain
My life it feels so drained
It makes me go insane

I don't know what to do
But iu0027m focused on these bands
That's just how it really goes
I just do it with my mans
Iu0027m just doing it for the team
Yeah i always have my dreams
We ain't ever backing down
No we not backing back

I just wanna get to know you
But Iu0027ll never understand
I don't wanna know what you do when iu0027m not there
But I don't care

I just wanna understand why you feel this way
No Iu0027m never going away
No Iu0027ll never fade
Iu0027ll never fade away
Yeah Iu0027m here to stay
Yeah Iu0027m here to stay
Yeah Iu0027m here to stay
I don't wanna play these games
I don't wanna feel this pain
My life it feels so drained
It makes me go insane

I just wanna show you everything
And I know youu0027re good for me
I just wanna let you know that you're my vip
It's just the way I see
Yeah you make me happy
I don't wanna play pretend
I don't want this thing to end
I got a bag that I can spend
But i gotta know are you down for me
Will you ride for me
I just want your honesty
Baby you are my remedy
My remedy

I just wanna understand why you feel this way
No Iu0027m never going away
No Iu0027ll never fade
Iu0027ll never fade away
Yeah Iu0027m here to stay
Yeah Iu0027m here to stay
Yeah Iu0027m here to stay
I don't wanna play these games
I don't wanna feel this pain




My life it feels so drained
It makes me go insane

Overall Meaning

The song "Understand" by Nathan Young is about his desire to have a deeper understanding of someone's emotions and feelings, while expressing his commitment to never leave or fade away. He emphasizes his frustration and exhaustion with the ups and downs of relationships and the pain that it can cause. However, he finds solace in music and his team, who he does everything for. He acknowledges that he may never fully understand someone's perspective or what they do when he is not there, but he doesn't care as long as they are honest and committed to him. In the end, the person he is singing to is his remedy, someone who brings happiness to his life and whom he hopes will ride for him.


The lyrics are relatable to many people who have experienced the challenges and uncertainties that come with relationships. Nathan Young's powerful vocals and the simplistic yet catchy beat create a somber yet hopeful mood that anyone can appreciate. The song reminds listeners of the importance of honesty, commitment, and perseverance in forming meaningful relationships.


Line by Line Meaning

I just wanna understand why you feel this way
The singer is expressing a genuine desire to understand the emotions and thoughts of the person they are addressing.


No I'm never going away
The singer is indicating a perseverance and commitment to the relationship or situation, despite any challenges that may arise.


No I'll never fade
The singer asserts that their presence and importance won't diminish or disappear over time.


I'll never fade away
Reinforcing the previous sentiment, the artist asserts that they will not fade away or disappear from the situation or relationship.


Yeah I'm here to stay
The artist affirms that they will remain present and engaged with the person or situation for the long-term.


Yeah I'm here to stay
Reiterating the previous thought, the singer confirms that they are fully committed and in it for the long haul.


Yeah I'm here to stay
Again, the singer asserts their steadfast commitment to the situation or relationship.


I don't wanna play these games
The artist expresses a desire for open and honest communication, free from manipulations or insincerity.


I don't wanna feel this pain
The artist is expressing a desire to avoid emotional or psychological pain, whether it be from the current relationship or previous experiences.


My life it feels so drained
The artist is feeling exhausted and depleted, likely due to the emotional or psychological tolls of the current situation.


It makes me go insane
The singer is intimating that the current situation is negatively affecting their mental well-being and causing stress.


I don't know what to do
The artist expresses a sense of uncertainty or helplessness in regards to the situation.


But I'm focused on these bands
The singer has certain goals or aspirations (perhaps related to music) that provide a sense of direction or purpose despite current struggles.


That's just how it really goes
The singer accepts that life and relationships can be difficult and uncertain, but recognizes the need to push forward despite these challenges.


I just do it with my mans
The singer has a loyal group of friends or supporters that they rely on for strength and encouragement in tough times.


I'm just doing it for the team
The artist is willing to persevere and overcome challenges for the benefit of a greater collective or cause (perhaps their music group).


Yeah I always have my dreams
Despite current struggles, the artist maintains hope for their own personal aspirations and goals.


We ain't ever backing down
The singer and their group are resolute in their commitment to persevere and overcome challenges.


No we not backing back
Reinforcing the previous thought, the singer is asserting that they will not back away from a challenge or relinquish their commitment.


I just wanna get to know you
The artist is expressing a genuine desire to get to know the person better and build a deeper relationship.


But I'll never understand
Despite their desire, the artist acknowledges that it may be difficult or impossible to fully understand another person's emotions and thoughts.


I don't wanna know what you do when I'm not there
The artist is expressing a desire to avoid jealousy or possessiveness in the relationship.


But I don't care
Despite the previous thought, the singer is indicating that they still care deeply for the other person and their well-being.


I just wanna show you everything
The artist is displaying a desire to share their world and experiences with the other person.


And I know you're good for me
The singer has a sense of trust and confidence in the other person and their place in the singer's life.


I just wanna let you know that you're my vip
The singer is indicating that the other person holds a very special and important place in their life.


It's just the way I see
The singer is expressing that their emotions and thoughts are genuine and sincere, even if they may be different from the other person's perspective.


Yeah you make me happy
The artist is indicating that the other person brings joy and happiness to their life.


I don't wanna play pretend
The artist is expressing a desire for honesty and authenticity in the relationship, rather than putting on a false front.


I don't want this thing to end
The singer wants to maintain and grow the relationship, rather than have it come to an end.


I got a bag that I can spend
The singer is indicating that they have resources (perhaps financial) that they are willing to invest in the relationship.


But I gotta know are you down for me
The artist is expressing a need for reassurance that the other person is committed to the relationship and in it for the long-term.


Will you ride for me
The artist is essentially asking if the other person is willing to go through challenges and difficult times together, as a united front.


I just want your honesty
The artist is expressing a need for openness and honesty in the relationship, free from deceit or manipulation.


Baby you are my remedy
The singer is indicating that the other person brings healing and comfort to their life, perhaps in difficult times.


My remedy
Reinforcing the previous sentiment, the artist is indicating that the other person brings a sense of healing and relief to their life.


I just wanna understand why you feel this way
Repeating the opening line, the singer once again expresses a genuine desire to understand the other person's emotions and thoughts.


No I'm never going away
Repeating a previous line, the singer is once again asserting their commitment to the relationship or situation.


No I'll never fade
Repeating a previous line, the singer is once again asserting that their presence and importance won't diminish over time.


I'll never fade away
Repeating a previous line, the artist is once again emphasizing that they will not fade away or disappear from the situation or relationship.


Yeah I'm here to stay
Repeating a previous line, the artist is once again affirming that they will remain committed and engaged with the person or situation for the long-term.


Yeah I'm here to stay
Repeating a previous line, the singer is reinforcing their steadfast commitment and dedication to the relationship or situation.


Yeah I'm here to stay
Repeating a previous line, the singer is once again emphasizing their unwavering commitment to the relationship or situation.


I don't wanna play these games
Repeating a previous line, the artist once again expresses a desire for open and honest communication, free from games or insincerity.


I don't wanna feel this pain
Repeating a previous line, the artist once again expresses a desire to avoid emotional or psychological pain.


My life it feels so drained
Repeating a previous line, the artist once again expresses a sense of exhaustion and depletion.


It makes me go insane
Repeating a previous line, the singer once again indicates that the current situation is impacting their mental well-being and causing stress.




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