Initially confirmed by radio personality Elvis Duran, Shawn announced the song on September 30, 2020, following with a teaser video featuring the album’s intro. A “Wonder Virtual Live Event” was held before the premiere of the song’s visuals.
"I feel like “Wonder” is in a lot of ways me just reflecting on my life, and life in general… I’ve never really done that before… probably because I didn’t have the mental capacity and clarity to even be able to reflect, and also probably because I was really scared of what people would think if I started to reflect in my music.
Here’s a real sense of freedom that this song oozes out to me, that makes me love it even more."
via Radio.Com
Wonder
Shawn Mendes Lyrics
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Do I speak my truth or do I filter how I feel?
I wonder, wouldn't it be nice
To live inside a world that isn't black and white?
I wonder what it's like to be my friends
Hope that they don't think I'll forget about them
I wonder
I wonder
Right before I close my eyes
The only thing that's on my mind
Been dreamin' that you feel it too
I wonder what it's like to be loved by you
Yeah
I wonder what it's like
I wonder what it's like to be loved by
I wonder why I'm so afraid
Of saying something wrong, I never said I was a saint
I wonder, when I cry into my hands
I'm conditioned to feel like it makes me less of a man
And I wonder if someday you'll be by my side
And tell me that the world will end up alright
I wonder
I wonder
Right before I close my eyes
The only thing that's on my mind
Been dreamin' that you feel it too
I wonder what it's like to be loved by you
Yeah
I wonder what it's like
I wonder what it's like to be loved by you
I wonder what it's like to be loved by you
Yeah
I wonder what it's like to be loved by you
I wonder what it's like to be loved by
Right before I close my eyes
The only thing that's on my mind
Been dreamin' that you feel it too
I wonder what it's like to be loved by you
The lyrics of "Wonder" by Shawn Mendes describe the singer's inner thoughts about himself and his relationships with others. He wonders if he is being true to himself or if he is filtering his emotions. The song speaks to the idea of living in a world that is not black and white and explores the complexities of human emotions. Mendes expresses his concern for his loved ones, hoping that they do not forget about him. The song also speaks to vulnerability and the concept that crying or showing emotions does not diminish one's manhood.
The chorus depicts Mendes' desire for love and acceptance. He has been dreaming about finding someone who will love and accept him for who he is. The lyrics express his desire to know what it feels like to be loved by someone. The song explores the theme of self-doubt and the insecurities that can come with being a public figure. Overall, the song is introspective and expresses a search for self-identity, acceptance, and love.
Line by Line Meaning
I wonder if I'm being real
I question whether or not I am genuine
Do I speak my truth or do I filter how I feel?
I question if I am expressing myself honestly or if I am holding back
I wonder, wouldn't it be nice
To live inside a world that isn't black and white?
I imagine a world that is not based on rigid binary thinking
I wonder what it's like to be my friends
Hope that they don't think I'll forget about them
I wonder
I consider what it might be like to be in my friends' shoes and worry about losing their trust
Right before I close my eyes
The only thing that's on my mind
Been dreamin' that you feel it too
I wonder what it's like to be loved by you
Yeah
I wonder what it's like
I wonder what it's like to be loved by
As I fall asleep, I think about what it would be like to experience your love and affection
I wonder why I'm so afraid
Of saying something wrong, I never said I was a saint
I reflect on my fear of making mistakes and my acknowledgement that I am not perfect
I wonder, when I cry into my hands
I'm conditioned to feel like it makes me less of a man
I consider the societal pressure on men to hide their emotions and the impact it has on me
And I wonder if someday you'll be by my side
And tell me that the world will end up alright
I wonder
I hope for the reassurance and comfort of having you by my side in difficult times
I wonder what it's like to be loved by you
I am fixated on the idea of experiencing your love
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Shawn Mendes, Nate Mercereau, Thomas Hull, Scott Harris
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@lisadonato3429
When Shawn was aggressively shaking himself, kicking the ground and yelling "I WONDER WHAT IT'S LIKE TO BE LOVED BY YOU" on top of a cliff, I felt that
@taralamlam1961
OMG...............................
https://youtu.be/FSSFgWlDbJU
@carolinaherrera6105
Certainly!
@ferrywolves5605
Wonder 8D https://youtu.be/rewcgjDCsgA
@felicitydavey2371
❤😊❤
@syarikatkokbrothersmotor6737
l have a ice cream 🍦 mask 😷
@ariadnavalero3380
him being more confident with himself and even more open with his music is the development we all wanted and i love it so much
@taralamlam1961
OMG...............................
https://youtu.be/FSSFgWlDbJU
@ferrywolves5605
8D version https://youtu.be/rewcgjDCsgA
@doaebijjou9875
Periodt🥺