Don't Wait Up
Shakira Lyrics

Do you remember how we lit up the room?
Do you recall the time when we were electric and how we fused together with the energy that illuminated the environment?

And how you felt Before you met all my different moods?
Do you remember how you felt before you learned to understand my complexities and different moods?

But now I drive you mad When I hit you with the truth
Presently, my relentless honesty hurts you, and you can't seem to tolerate it.

Don't let your mind Think it's someone else Someone else I need to do something for myself, oh-oh
Do not deceive yourself and think that it may be someone else causing my behavior. I need to look up for myself and feel in control of my life.

Don't wait up, Don't wait up, up, up, up, up Don't wait up, Don't wait up, up, up, up, up Don't be afraid if it gets late, yeah You'll survive, it's just one night Don't wait up, Don't wait up, up, up, up, up, up, up
Please don't wait for me to come home; I need space to sort out my thoughts and feelings. Also, don't be scared if I stay out late; it's just for one night.

Why won't you put down your phone And look me in the eye? Got all dressed up for you But you seem so occupied Maybe space is all it takes It's time to fix us
Please turn off your phone and give me your undivided attention; I put so much effort into looking good for you, but you seem preoccupied. Taking some space might be the solution to our issues and improve our relationship.

First I kissed you Then I got mad at you 'Cause I wish I'd Be happy without you If I ditch you Then maybe you would understand Then maybe you would understand
At first, I kissed you and was happy, but later, I got mad because I realized that I longed to be content without your presence. Perhaps if I ditch you or take some time apart, you will start grasping my frustration and feelings better.

I need to do something for myself, oh-oh-oh
I must prioritize and take care of myself by focusing on my wants and needs independently.