Does He Know?
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He knows about you in every way
He's memorized every part of your face
Inside and out, baby, head to toe
Yeah, he knows everything there is to know

Your secret tattoo, the way you change moods
The songs that you sing when you're all alone
Your favorite band, and the way that you dance
But baby, baby

Does he know you can move it like that?
Whoa-oh-oh-oh
Does he know you're out and I want you so bad
Oh-oh-oh-oh
Tonight you're mine, baby
Does he know that you'll never go back?
Oh-oh-oh-oh
Does he know?

I catch your eye then you turn away
But there's no hiding the smile on your face
Inside and out, baby, head to toe
He's not around, girl, you let me know

Your secret tattoo, the way you change moods
The songs that you sing when you're all alone
He knows how you dance in front of your friends
But baby, baby

Does he know you can move it like that?
Whoa-oh-oh-oh
Does he know you're out and I want you so bad
Oh-oh-oh-oh
Tonight you're mine, baby
Does he know that you'll never go back?
Oh-oh-oh-oh
Does he know?

He'll never know
The way you lie when you look at me
So keep trying but you know I see
All the little things who make you who you are
So tell me girl

Does he know you can move it like that? (like that)
Does he know that you'll never go back? (go back)

Does he know you can move it like that?
Whoa-oh-oh-oh
Does he know you're out and I want you so bad
Oh-oh-oh-oh
Tonight you're mine, baby
Does he know that you'll never go back?




Oh-oh-oh-oh
Does he know?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to One Direction's song "Does He Know?" are about being in love with someone who is in a relationship with someone else. The singer knows all of the little details about the person he loves, from her secret tattoo to the way she changes moods. He wants her to know that he sees her and values her for who she is, and he asks her if her current partner knows these things about her too. He also expresses his desire for her, telling her that she's his for the night and asking if her partner knows that she'll never go back to him.


The lyrics of the song paint a picture of someone who is caught up in love and lust for someone who is unavailable. The singer is aware of the other person's relationship and is almost hesitant to make a move, but he can't help his strong feelings. The chorus, which repeats the questions "Does he know you can move it like that?" and "Does he know that you'll never go back?" emphasizes the singer's desire for the other person and his belief that her partner isn't aware of everything she has to offer.


Overall, the lyrics are a mix of romance, desire, and uncertainty, as the singer struggles with his feelings for someone who he may not be able to be with.


Line by Line Meaning

He knows about you in every way
He is familiar with every aspect of your personality


He's memorized every part of your face
He has committed every feature of your face to memory


Inside and out, baby, head to toe
He is knowledgeable about you not merely as an external perception, but also internally as a person


Yeah, he knows everything there is to know
He knows absolutely everything that is worth knowing about you


Your secret tattoo, the way you change moods
He knows about your private tattoo as well as your transitions from one mood to another


The songs that you sing when you're all alone
He is familiar with the tunes you hum when you are by yourself


Your favorite band, and the way that you dance
He knows about your preferred musical group and the motions you make while dancing to their music


But baby, baby
The singer is calling out to the audience affectionately


Does he know you can move it like that?
Does your partner know that you can dance so well?


Whoa-oh-oh-oh
The singer is emphasizing the inquiry with a melody


Does he know you're out and I want you so bad
Do they realize that you are not available and I am desperately attracted to you?


Oh-oh-oh-oh
The singer repeats the melody to reinforce the statement


Tonight you're mine, baby
The singer believes that they will be your partner tonight


Does he know that you'll never go back?
Does your partner understand that you will never choose them over me?


I catch your eye then you turn away
The singer observes you glancing at them before quickly averting your gaze


But there's no hiding the smile on your face
Despite your efforts to conceal your joy, the singer detects a smile on your countenance


He's not around, girl, you let me know
When your partner is absent, you notify me of your whereabouts


He knows how you dance in front of your friends
Your partner knows how you dance when in the company of your friends


He'll never know
Your partner will never be aware of some aspects of your character


The way you lie when you look at me
The singer can tell when you are not telling the truth when you stare at them


So keep trying but you know I see
Try to fool the singer if you want, but they can always tell when you're being dishonest


All the little things who make you who you are
The singer is aware of all the small details that contribute to your personality


So tell me girl
The singer implores you to be truthful with them


Does he know you can move it like that? (like that)
Can your partner dance as well as you?


Does he know that you'll never go back? (go back)
Does your partner comprehend that you will never return to them?


Does he know you can move it like that?
Can your partner dance as well as you?


Whoa-oh-oh-oh
The singer reiterates the melody to emphasize the query


Does he know you're out and I want you so bad
Does your partner realize that you are not available, but I am eager to be with you?


Oh-oh-oh-oh
The singer repeats the melody to reinforce the statement


Tonight you're mine, baby
The singer is confident that you will choose them as your partner tonight


Does he know that you'll never go back?
Does your partner comprehend that you will never reconcile with them?


Oh-oh-oh-oh
The melody is repeated to stress the message


Does he know?
The singer concludes by asking the audience if their partner knows the extent of the singer's attraction to them




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: JULIAN C. BUNETTA, JAMIE SCOTT BAYLIN, JOHN HENRY RYAN, LIAM JAMES PAYNE, LOUIS WILLIAM TOMLINSON

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@aditishreya1330

WE ARE NOT FANS
WE ARE DIRECTIONERS.
WE ARE NOT OBSESSED
WE ARE DEDICATED.
WE ARE NOT FRIENDS
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Edit- 36.9 M 🤩

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@cate3235

[Liam]
He knows about you in every way
He's memorised every part of your face
Inside and out, baby, head to toe
Yeah, he knows everything there is to know

[Harry]
Your secret tattoo, the way you change moods
The songs that you sing when you're all alone
Your favourite band, the way that you dance
But, baby, baby

[Zayn]
Does he know you can move it like that? Whoa
Does he know you're out, and I want you so bad? Oh
Tonight you're mine, baby
Does he know that you'll never go back? Oh
Does he know?

[Liam]
I catch your eye then you turn away
But there's no hiding the smile on your face
Inside and out, baby, head to toe
He's not around, girl, you let me know

[Niall]
Your secret tattoo, the way you change moods
The songs that you sing when you're all alone
He knows how you dance in front of your friends
But, baby, baby


[Zayn]
Does he know you can move it like that? Whoa
Does he know you're out, and I want you so bad? Oh
Tonight, you're mine, baby
Does he know that you'll never go back? Oh
Does he know?

[Louis]
He'll never know the way you lie when you look at me
So keep trying, but you know I see
All the little things that make you who you are
So tell me, girl
[Liam]
Does he know you can move it like that?
Does he know that you'll never go back? Woah

[Zayn]
Does he know you can move it like that? Whoa
Does he know you're out, and I want you so bad? Oh
Tonight, you're mine, baby
Does he know that you'll never go back? Oh
Does he know?



@kelvinarg3793

He knows about you in every way
He's memorized every part of your face
Inside and out, baby, head to toe
Yeah, he knows everything there is to know

Your secret tattoo, the way you change moods
The songs that you sing when you're all alone
Your favorite band, and the way that you dance
But baby, baby

Does he know you can move it like that?
Whoa-oh-oh-oh
Does he know you're out and I want you so bad
Oh-oh-oh-oh
Tonight you're mine, baby
Does he know that you'll never go back?
Oh-oh-oh-oh
Does he know?

I catch your eye then you turn away
But there's no hiding the smile on your face
Inside and out, baby, head to toe
He's not around, girl, you let me know

Your secret tattoo, the way you change moods
The songs that you sing when you're all alone
He knows how you dance in front of your friends
But baby, baby

Does he know you can move it like that?
Whoa-oh-oh-oh
Does he know you're out and I want you so bad
Oh-oh-oh-oh
Tonight you're mine, baby
Does he know that you'll never go back?
Oh-oh-oh-oh
Does he know?

He'll never know
The way you lie when you look at me
So keep trying but you know I see
All the little things who make you who you are
So tell me girl

Does he know you can move it like that? (like that)
Does he know that you'll never go back? (go back)

Does he know you can move it like that?
Whoa-oh-oh-oh
Does he know you're out and I want you so bad
Oh-oh-oh-oh
Tonight you're mine, baby
Does he know that you'll never go back?
Oh-oh-oh-oh
Does he know?



@notevensanaaya5536

f you are a true directioner you would remember these...
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"Vas happenin"
"Oi oi"
"It is a family show, or is it? "
"Zayn Tomlinson"
"I wouldn't pick any of you cuz none of you picked me"
"She's mine! "
"Potato"
"Vas happenin seline! "
"There's no secrets within the band, I have a secret"
"I want to be a criminal"
"Why did the mushroom go to the party? Because he was a fun-gi"
"Are you crazy you didn't have to tell em"
"I have got some dignity"
"Niall the bad boy give it a rest, Niall the church boy more like"
"Kevin! "
"And Liam I can't reach"
"How dare you"
" Don't ever claim Gucci as you"
"Don't touch me"
"Liam's being very immature"
"I'd like to say tht I am quite clean"
"You are living a lie"
"Dinosaurs mate, wht is going on this kid's brain"
"Now that's pathetic"
"I didn't learn anything in Japan"
"Shall we some highlights"
"1 2 3 flick"
"Pokemon gotta catchem all"
"I fell out of the bed"
I hope this gives you one of the best moments of one direction. Will never forget them. There songs would always have a space in my heart. I truly believe that they would come back and I hope that they would too. Love you one direction ❣



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@kiwito.

WE ARE NOT JUST FANS
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@aditishreya1330

WE ARE NOT FANS
WE ARE DIRECTIONERS.
WE ARE NOT OBSESSED
WE ARE DEDICATED.
WE ARE NOT FRIENDS
WE ARE A FAMILY OF 35.4M

Edit- 36.9 M 🤩

BTW Thankyou DIRECTIONERS ( MY CRAZY FAMILY) for this much likes. We all love our boys. ❤

@teganpilling

YESSSS

@moggsmoggs1425

Now a family of 33.5 M 💖

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