Hope You Understand
SayGrace Lyrics


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I can be on your brain, on your mind
I can be like a crane for your ride
Oh no, I can be, be in Paris all the time
Don't you play with me, heard you play all the time

I act pretty when I'm with my girls
And you act silly when you're with your boys
And I got problems, but I guess they're mine
And I got issues, well, I guess they're yours
And my friends try to get it, they never
Keep this for myself like whatever

And when I'm on my own
I think of ways to tell ya
But when it comes out wrong
I hope you'd understand
And when I'm all alone
I think of ways to show ya
I put it in a song
I hope you'd understand

I hope you understand

I can be like a flame in the night
I can be like the rain on your fire
No, no, I can be, I wanna yurn, I'm alive
Don't you play with me, heard you play all the time

I act pretty when I'm with my girls
And you act silly when you're with your boys
And I got problems, but I guess they're mine
And I got issues, well, I guess they're yours
And my friends try to get it, they never
Keep this for myself like whatever

And when I'm on my own
I think of ways to tell ya
But when it comes out wrong
I hope you'd understand
And when I'm all alone
I think of ways to show ya
I put it in a song
I hope you'd understand

Sometimes I see it and I wonder
Oh, oh, I die but just said your number
It's hard to say why I'm so wiry
Forgive my attitude, I'm sorry
You only wanna know me better
I dismissed your shit like whatever

And when I'm on my own
I think of ways to tell ya
But when it comes out wrong
I hope you'd understand
And when I'm all alone
I think of ways to show ya
I put it in a song

I hope you'd understand
And when I'm on my own
I think of ways to tell ya
But when it comes out wrong
I hope you'd understand
And when I'm all alone
I think of ways to show ya
I put it in a song
I hope you'd understand

I hope you understand




I hope you understand
I hope you understand

Overall Meaning

In "Hope You Understand," SayGrace sings about the complications of romantic relationships. The song begins with her admitting that she can be on someone's mind, like a crane for their ride. But at the same time, she warns the other person not to play with her because she has her own issues that might make the relationship challenging. SayGrace acknowledges that when she is with her girls or the other person is with their boys, they act differently than they would in their private moments. But she reaffirms that despite all the complications and issues, she still hopes that the other person understands her and that she hopes to connect with them on an emotional level.


SayGrace uses various comparisons in the lyrics to represent the different aspects of a relationship. She can be a flame or the rain, representing her passion or calming presence in the other person's life. She wants to yearn and be alive, reflecting the desire to be with the other person but warns them again not to play with her. The song ends with SayGrace telling the other person that she thinks of them when she is alone and hopes they understand her through the song's lyrics.


Overall, "Hope You Understand" is a complex song that delves into the complexities of romantic relationships. SayGrace acknowledges the struggles that come with these types of relationships and conveys her hope that the other person understands her and connects with her emotionally.


Line by Line Meaning

I can be on your brain, on your mind
I occupy your thoughts and emotions


I can be like a crane for your ride
I can lift you up and support you through difficult times


Oh no, I can be, be in Paris all the time
I have the power to transport you to a different reality or experience


Don't you play with me, heard you play all the time
Don't deceive or manipulate me, I know you do it frequently


I act pretty when I'm with my girls
I present a positive and attractive image when around my female friends


And you act silly when you're with your boys
You exhibit a lighthearted and carefree demeanor when hanging out with your male friends


And I got problems, but I guess they're mine
I have personal challenges and issues, but I accept responsibility for resolving them


And I got issues, well, I guess they're yours
I acknowledge that some of my problems may affect or involve you


And my friends try to get it, they never Keep this for myself like whatever
My friends attempt to understand my situation, but I keep my concerns to myself and don't express them openly


And when I'm on my own I think of ways to tell ya But when it comes out wrong I hope you'd understand
When I'm alone, I contemplate how to communicate with you, but sometimes my words fail me and I hope you can still comprehend my intentions


And when I'm all alone I think of ways to show ya I put it in a song I hope you'd understand
When I'm by myself, I brainstorm creative ways to demonstrate my feelings for you, and I express them through music in the hopes that you comprehend them


Sometimes I see it and I wonder Oh, oh, I die but just said your number
Occasionally, a thought or realization strikes me, and it overwhelms me emotionally


It's hard to say why I'm so wiry Forgive my attitude, I'm sorry
I don't know why I'm restless and anxious, but I apologize for my attitude and behavior


You only wanna know me better I dismissed your shit like whatever
You're interested in getting to know me more, but I ignored or disregarded your advances


I hope you understand
I desire for you to comprehend my feelings and emotional state




Writer(s): Victoria Akintola, Parker Ighile, Grace Sewell

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Michelle Taylor

Love her voice! She has SO MUCH soul ๐Ÿฅฐ๐ŸŒบ๐ŸŒธ๐ŸŒบ๐ŸŒธ

thegreenweirdo210

I love it! Her voice is so old school, Grace is such a powerhouse!

Sebastian Rhodes - Official Artist

This is awesome Grace! Keep it up!

lei Deleon

she has such a pretty voice.and she is so unique and beautiful I JUST LOVE IT like she is #UNSTOPPABLE

Rafael Arcangel Love

Hermosa me encanta su musica traduzco palabra por palabra y me a ayudado bastante ๐Ÿ˜ณ

Alacia Durden

Love her voice great song

krisberlys burbano

Meee encantaaa !!! Esa voz hace milagros! Luck

Ari Drucker

god damn the soul fire and heart in this girls voice gives me the chills the vibe is right with this one

Bernarda Lovrinoviฤ‡

OMG I just found her, she is so talented, hope she is going to be more succesfull๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ’•

Flor Herreria

So proud of you Grace!! Cant wait for the album!! Its gonna be lit ๐Ÿ”ฅโค๏ธ

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