You Know Me Better
Róisín Murphy Lyrics

Me, a new me
The singer is expressing a desire for personal growth and renewal.

A new me, a new me
The idea of transforming oneself is reiterated.

A new me
This phrase serves as a reminder and encouragement for change.

I think we waited
The artist suggests that they have been in limbo and it's time to make a move.

Long enough, baby
This line implies that waiting has been weighing on the artist.

You know me
The singer is addressing a person who is close to them and knows them well.

Only too well
This phrase highlights the depth of the knowledge that the addressed person possesses.

I just thought someway I have to match you
The artist wants to aspire to the person addressed and be on equal footing.

So don't be defensive
The artist advises the addressed person to be open and not defensive.

No, no, don't try to pretend to
This phrase emphasizes the importance of authenticity.

Look surprised
The singer is aware that they know each other too well for the addressed person to act surprised.

Have you ever known me?
The artist poses a rhetorical question implying that the addressed person has known them for a long time.

Bit too shy to jump in
The singer admits to some hesitation.

But when it comes to you, I can't win
The singer expresses feeling powerless in the presence of the addressed person.

'Cause you know me better than I know myself
This line emphasizes the depth of the knowledge that the addressed person has about the singer.

Understand it, nobody understands you
The artist is assuring the addressed person of their unique understanding.

The way that I can, let's see this thing through
This line suggests a mutual desire to take things to the next level.

One thing remaining
The singer is indicating that they are almost there or close to their goal.

Things will never be the same again after tonight
This line is alerting the listener that something life-changing is about to happen.

So let's get down to it
The artist is urging immediate action.

This thing is getting stronger and stronger
The artist is indicating that their relationship is growing in intensity.

When you did take it further
The artist is recognizing the addressed person's lead in taking things to the next level.

I can't wait no longer of waiting my turn
The singer is expressing a desire to have their needs met.

I've waited in line
This phrase suggests that the artist has been patient and waiting for an opportunity.

How long have I known you?
The singer is reflecting on the length of their relationship.

Not in all this time been untrue
This line suggests that the singer has been loyal and genuine in their relationship with the addressed person.

I think I'm rolling free, let me see this through
The singer is indicating a newfound sense of freedom and willingness to move forward.

How many years can we keep going on this way?
The artist is questioning the longevity of the current path.

Too afraid to nurtured stay
The artist is recognizing that fear has held them back from growth.

Where I believe the friendship can survive
The singer is expressing hope and optimism for the relationship.

Maybe it won't, if we do or we don't
This phrase indicates uncertainty about the future direction of the relationship.

You know me better than I know myself
This line serves as a central theme and reminder of the addressed person's deep knowledge of the artist.

You know me the best
This phrase reinforces the depth of the addressed person's knowledge.

You know what to expect
This line implies that the addressed person has a good sense of what the artist wants or needs.