Who You Are
Pharrell ft Alicia Keys Lyrics


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I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'
I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'

Bad day, at work, crazy boss, crazy hours
Finger, pointin', but they, they depend on you
Inhale, exhale, in and out, like a sail
No no, aw yes, smile honey, no stress
Your environment seems to get brighter
You know it's good
And the situation doesn't seem that bad
You know it's good
Can you imagine this started with a lighter?
You know it's good
Perception that you never had
You know it's good

I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'
I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'

(I want every woman to make a pledge with me)
Say your name, I pledge, to live life, on the edge
Want you to know, I see, the power, is in me
No more, acquiesce, standin' up, with no stress
I will do, what I need, 'til every woman on the Earth is free

Your environment seems to get brighter
You know it's good
And the situation doesn't seem that bad
You know it's good
Can you imagine this started with a lighter?
You know it's good
The perception that you never had
You know it's good

I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'
I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'

Let me tell you one more time
'Cause I don't mind
I know what you're feelin'
Feelin', feelin'

I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'

And girl don't let them tell you that you don't deserve to unwind
And if they don't want to join us, cool, but it's our time
We just shake our heads, and dance, the moment so surreal
Isn't it sad? There's people in this world that don't know how this feels

I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin', what you're feeling yeah
I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin', yes I know what you're feeling
Let me tell you one more time, I don't mind
I know what you're feeling, feeling, feeling, oh baby




I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'
Yes I do

Overall Meaning

In Pharrell Williams Ft. Alicia Keys's song Know Who You Are, the meaning of the lyrics is about understanding and acknowledging the struggles of the listener. The song is an uplifting anthem about being true to oneself, and not letting the stresses of the world take over. Pharrell opens the lyrics talking about a bad day at work, a crazy boss and crazy hours, and knowing that people point fingers at you, but they also depend on you. Despite all of this, the song acknowledges the power of positivity and perseverance, and that it is possible to find peace in difficult situations. The song encourages listeners that they have the power to control their own environment, and to find the good in their life situations, even when it seems impossible.


Alicia Keys also provides her own take on the lyrics, calling out for women to stand up for themselves and live life on the edge. She encourages women to pledge to be themselves, not to acquiesce, and to stand up with no stress. Keys finishes her section reminding everyone that they deserve to unwind, and that it is time to dance and have fun. Overall, the song is meant to empower listeners to be themselves, not to let others bring them down and to always find the good in life.


Line by Line Meaning

I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'
I understand who you are as a person and I can empathize with your emotions.


Bad day, at work, crazy boss, crazy hours
You've had a stressful work day with a difficult boss and long hours.


Finger, pointin', but they, they depend on you
Despite others pointing fingers at you, they still rely on you to get things done.


Inhale, exhale, in and out, like a sail
Take deep breaths to calm yourself down, like a sail blowing in and out with the wind.


No no, aw yes, smile honey, no stress
Don't say no to positivity, instead feel good and smile without feeling stressed out.


Your environment seems to get brighter You know it's good
Your surroundings appear happier and you know it's a good thing.


And the situation doesn't seem that bad You know it's good
The situation is not as negative as it seems and you recognize that it's actually good.


Can you imagine this started with a lighter? You know it's good
Imagine that this positive change started from something small, like a lighter, and you feel good about it.


Perception that you never had You know it's good
You have a new perspective that you never had before and you realize it's positive.


Say your name, I pledge, to live life, on the edge Want you to know, I see, the power, is in me
Make a pledge to live life boldly and confidently, and understand that you have the power to do so within yourself.


No more, acquiesce, standin' up, with no stress I will do, what I need, 'til every woman on the Earth is free
Don't give in to others, instead stand up for what you believe in without feeling stressed out. Keep fighting until every woman in the world is free.


And girl don't let them tell you that you don't deserve to unwind And if they don't want to join us, cool, but it's our time We just shake our heads, and dance, the moment so surreal Isn't it sad? There's people in this world that don't know how this feels
Don't let others tell you that you don't deserve to relax and enjoy life. If they don't want to join in, that's okay - it's your time to have fun. You dance and shake your head in disbelief at how great the moment feels. It's sad that some people in the world may not know what it's like to feel this way.


Let me tell you one more time 'Cause I don't mind I know what you're feelin' Feelin', feelin'
I want to remind you again how I understand what you're feeling and empathize with your emotions without any hesitation.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: PHARRELL WILLIAMS

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@paulalopes7508

I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'
I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'
Bad day, at work, crazy boss, crazy or worse
Finger, pointin', but they, they depend on you
Inhale, exhale, in and out, like a seal
No no, aw yes, smile honey, no stress
Your environment seems to get brighter
You know it's good
And the situation doesn't seem that bad
You know it's good
Can you imagine this started with a lighter?
You know it's good
Perception that you never had
You know it's good
I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'
I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'
Say your name, enclave, to live life, on the edge
Want you to know, I see, the power, is in me
No more, acquiesce, standin' up, with no stress
I will do, what I need, 'til every woman on the Earth is free
Your environment seems to get brighter
You know it's good
And the situation doesn't seem that bad
You know it's good
Can you imagine this started with a lighter?
You know it's good
The perception that you never had
You know it's good
I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'
I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'
Let me tell you all one time
'Cause I don't mind
I know what you're feelin'
Feelin', feelin'
I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'
And girl don't let them tell you that you don't deserve to unwind
And if they don't want to join us, cool, but it's our time
We just shake our heads, and dance, the moment so surreal
Isn't it sad? There's people in this world that don't know how this feels
I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin', what you're feeling yeah
I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin', yes I know what you're feeling
Let me tell you one more time, I don't mind
I know what you're feeling, feeling, feeling, oh baby
I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'
Yes I do



@branm7581

[Intro: Pharrell Williams]
I know who you are
And I know what you're feelin'
I know who you are
And I know what you're feelin'

[Verse 1: Pharrell]
Bad day at work, crazy boss, crazy hours
Finger pointin', but they-they depend on you
Inhale, exhale, in and out, like a sail
No-no, aw, yes, smile, honey, no stress

[Chorus: Pharrell]
When your environment seems to get brighter (You know it's good)
And the situation doesn't seem that bad (You know it's good)
Can you imagine this started with a lighter? (You know it's good)
Perception that you never had (You know it's good)

[Refrain 1: Alicia Keys]
Yeah, know who you are
And I know what you're feelin'
Know who you are
And I know what you're feelin' (I want every woman to make a pledge with me)

[Verse 2: Alicia Keys]
Say your name, I pledge, to live life, on the edge, I (Yeah)
Want you to know, I see, the power, is in me (Know, yeah, uh-huh)
No more, acquiesce, standin' up, with no stress, I
Will do, what I need, 'til every woman on the Earth is free (What I need)

[Chorus: Alicia Keys]
When your environment seems to get brighter (You know it's good)
And the situation doesn't seem that bad (You know it's good)
Can you imagine this started with a lighter? (You know it's good)
Perception that you never had (You know it's good)

[Refrain 2: Alicia Keys]
Know who you are
And I know what you're feelin', oh, yeah (Feelin')
Know who you are
And I know what you're feelin', heh
Let me tell you one more time, 'cause I don't mind
I know what you're feelin', feelin', feelin'
You know who you are
And I know what you're feelin'

[Bridge: Pharrell and Alicia Keys]
And girl, don't let them tell you that you don't deserve to unwind
And if they don't want to join us, cool, but it's our time
We just shake our heads, and dance, the moment so surreal
Isn't it sad? There's people in this world that don't know how this feels (Yeah)

[Outro: Pharrell and Alicia Keys]
I know who you are (You are)
And I know what you're feelin' (What you feelin')
I know who you are (Who you are)
And I know what you're feelin' (Yes, I know what you feelin')
Let me tell you one more time, and I don't mind (Yeah, I don't mind)
I know what you're feelin' (Feelin', feelin', no, baby)
I know who you are (Are)
And I know what you're feelin', yes, I do (Feelin')
(I know what you thinkin' and I'm feelin' it too)
(I said, I know what you thinkin' and I'm feelin' it too, yeah)
(I know what you thinkin' and I'm feelin' it too)
(I said, I know what you thinkin' and I'm feelin' it-)
(I know what you thinkin' and I'm feelin' it too)
(I said, I know what you thinkin' and I'm feelin' it too, yeah)
(I know what you thinkin' and I'm feelin' it too)
(I said-)



All comments from YouTube:

@danielnavarro9470

I feel this song is very underrated. I'm personally not a fan of this album but I do see this song as gold. In terms of not only sound appeal, but the content that this song expands on. It's wholesome in a sense

@cdeleon3494

agree

@Taxidermistification

Daniel Navarro What's wrong with the album?

@danielnavarro9470

Lacks depth.

@Taxidermistification

Daniel Navarro It's Pharrell, what d'you expect.

@Taxidermistification

Daniel Navarro I felt it was alright for what it is.

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@tomgold5006

One of the all time best albums





Is what you get when life is good and you have good woman around you
✊🏾

@thatwinninggirl942

it doesn't matter how long I take not doing it but every time I listen to this song it makes me re-live 2014 😩

@jazbnme

I love this song so much.All the Memories from this song it just makes me feel so happy! I love this song!

@paulalopes7508

I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'
I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'
Bad day, at work, crazy boss, crazy or worse
Finger, pointin', but they, they depend on you
Inhale, exhale, in and out, like a seal
No no, aw yes, smile honey, no stress
Your environment seems to get brighter
You know it's good
And the situation doesn't seem that bad
You know it's good
Can you imagine this started with a lighter?
You know it's good
Perception that you never had
You know it's good
I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'
I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'
Say your name, enclave, to live life, on the edge
Want you to know, I see, the power, is in me
No more, acquiesce, standin' up, with no stress
I will do, what I need, 'til every woman on the Earth is free
Your environment seems to get brighter
You know it's good
And the situation doesn't seem that bad
You know it's good
Can you imagine this started with a lighter?
You know it's good
The perception that you never had
You know it's good
I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'
I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'
Let me tell you all one time
'Cause I don't mind
I know what you're feelin'
Feelin', feelin'
I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'
And girl don't let them tell you that you don't deserve to unwind
And if they don't want to join us, cool, but it's our time
We just shake our heads, and dance, the moment so surreal
Isn't it sad? There's people in this world that don't know how this feels
I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin', what you're feeling yeah
I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin', yes I know what you're feeling
Let me tell you one more time, I don't mind
I know what you're feeling, feeling, feeling, oh baby
I know who you are, and I know what you're feelin'
Yes I do

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