Don't!
Shania Twain Lyrics


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It takes two to tango
And two lips to steal a kiss
But a flame and a candle
Won't burn on a night like this
Yeah, it don't take two

It takes two to go one way
And two winds to be strong enough
But you can't sail on a still day
Like two ships on a sea of love
Yeah, it don't take two

Noah knew what he had to do
Ooh, oh, yeah
He sent us out in the world walkin' two by two oh

(If it don't take two)
If it don't take two
(If it don't take two)
If I'm not with you
No it ain't worth goin' through
If it don't take two

It takes two hearts with one beat
And it takes two to say I do
But the champagne won't taste sweet
And the dream just won't come true
Yeah, if it don't take two

Noah knew what he had to do, oh yeah
He sent us out in the world walkin' two by two, me and you

(If it don't take two)
If it don't take two
(If it don't take two)
If I'm not with you
No it ain't worth goin' through
If it don't take two

Oh, he sent us out in the world walkin' two by two
Me and you
Baby

If it don't take two
(If it don't take two)
If I'm not with you
No it ain't worth goin' through
If it don't take two

No, it don't take two
(If it don't take two)
If it don't take two
(If it don't take two)
No it ain't worth goin' through
If it don't take two

If it don't take two
(If it don't take two)
If I'm not with you
No it ain't worth goin' through
(If it don't take two)




If it don't take two
(If it don't take two)

Overall Meaning

In Shania Twain's song "Don't!", she offers her perspective that some things in life just don't require two people. She gives several examples throughout the song of things that do require two people, but emphasizes that sometimes being alone is better than being with the wrong person. The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "if it don't take two" and highlights the idea that the effort and energy of two people is only worth it if they are truly meant to be together.


The song's opening lines focus on the idea of physical touch and connection. Twain sings about how stealing a kiss or having two people dance is only enjoyable and worthwhile with the right person. She later expands on this idea, discussing how it takes two winds to sail a ship and how two people must have a beating heart in sync to get married. However, in each of these examples, Twain circles back to the refrain that if it doesn't take two people, it's not worth pursuing.


Twain references the story of Noah several times throughout the song. Noah is known for building the ark and gathering two of each kind of animal before the great flood. Twain makes the comparison that just as Noah only needed two of each kind to survive, people also only need one other person to make it through life. The repetition of Noah in the song reinforces the idea that people are better off with someone else, but only if they are truly compatible.


Line by Line Meaning

It takes two to tango
It requires two active participants to accomplish a task successfully


And two lips to steal a kiss
A kiss involves the participation of two people sharing the moment and feelings


But a flame and a candle Won't burn on a night like this
Sometimes, one's effort alone cannot achieve a result that requires the participation of both parties


Yeah, it don't take two
Sometimes, doing things alone, all by oneself, is the right thing to do, and having someone else won't help or hurt


It takes two to go one way
Accomplishing a common goal requires the collaboration and commitment of two individuals


And two winds to be strong enough
Strong winds can be harnessed when they work together in a similar direction


But you can't sail on a still day
Without movement, there is no progress, and life sometimes requires effort and work to move forward.


Like two ships on a sea of love
Love requires mutual involvement to prosper, just like ships need moving waters to navigate


Noah knew what he had to do
The story of Noah in the bible reveals that sometimes, one person knows what is necessary to get ahead and live better.


Ooh, oh, yeah
Just a lyrical expression conveying emotions signifying a possible realization or agreement


He sent us out in the world walkin' two by two oh
The story suggests that companionship and shared journeys offer more chances of success in life


(If it don't take two)
If an action, event, or situation does not require or benefit from the participation of two people


If I'm not with you
If one of the parties involved is not present or committed to the task at hand


No it ain't worth goin' through
It's not worth going through with the act or task at hand, as it won't bear the expected fruit


It takes two hearts with one beat
Love requires mutual emotions and feelings if it is to be successful and real


And it takes two to say I do
Two people must be willing to commit to a lasting relationship built on love and trust


But the champagne won't taste sweet
Celebrations and successes are better enjoyed when made in partnership with someone else


And the dream just won't come true
Without the necessary parties in place, it can be impossible to achieve one's goals and aspirations


Oh, he sent us out in the world walkin' two by two
Just like Noah's story, having significant companionship and shared journey offers more chances of success in life


Me and you
Refers to the two parties involved in the journey of life, and the importance of taking that partner along


If it don't take two
If an action, event, or situation does not require or benefit from the participation of two people


No, it don't take two
Sometimes, doing things alone, all by oneself, is the right thing to do and having someone else will neither help nor hurt.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Robert John Lange, Shania Twain

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Don't.. don't you wish we tried
Do you feel what I feel inside
You know love is stronger than pride
Don't.. no don't
Let your anger grow
Just tell me what you need me to know
Please talk to me don't close the door
Cause I wanna hear you.. wanna be near you


Don't fight.. don't argue
Give me the chance to say that I'm sorry
Just let me love you
Don't turn me away.. don't tell me to go


Don't.. don't give up on trust
Don't give up on me.. on us
We could just hold on long enough
We can do it.. we'll get through it


Don't fight.. don't argue
Just give me the chance to say that I'm sorry
Just let me love you
Don't turn me away.. don't tell me to go


Don't pretend that it's ok
Things won't get better that way
And don't do something you might regret someday
Don't..
Don't give up on me


We can do it.. we'll get through it


Don't fight.. don't argue
Just give me the chance to say that I'm sorry
Just let me love you
Don't turn me away.. don't tell me to go


Don't fight.. don't argue (Don't give up on me)
Give me the chance to say that I'm sorry (say that I'm sorry)
Just let me love you (Don't give up on me)
Don't turn me away.. don't tell me to go


Don't fight.. don't argue
Give me the chance to say that I'm sorry
Just let me love you (don't give up on me)
Don't turn me away.. don't tell me to go



@extraordinarydays6616

Beautiful song... thanks for sharing sis,
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miss you so much!!! Take care always...
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