What If I Don't
Shaylen Lyrics


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Why am I still buying make-up that's waterproof?
Everybody goes through break-ups, I know they do
But not with you
Yeah

I thought that thinking 'bout you every day
That getting drunk and calling you so late
I know this wanting you is just a phase
And with a little time I'd be okay

What if I'm not strong as I think?
What if in two years I still can't sleep
What if I meet somebody new
And every kiss feels like I'm cheating on you
What if we made a big mistake?
What if my heart never unbreaks?
People move on, people let go
What if you do?
What if I don't?

What if whiskey makes me miss you forever?
What if I go out and see you doing better than ever?
Yeah

I thought that thinking 'bout you every day
That getting drunk and calling you so late
I know this wanting you is just a phase
Maybe for you it is, but for me it ain't

What if I'm not strong as I think?
What if in two years I still can't sleep
What if I meet somebody new
And every kiss feels like I'm cheating on you
What if we made a big mistake?
What if my heart never unbreaks?
People move on, people let go
What if you do?
What if I don't?

Ever stop loving you
Ever stop needing you
What if I, what if I don't?
Ever stop going through
Hell that I'm going through?
Oh
Oh what if I, what if I don't?
No

What if I'm not strong as I think?
What if in two years I still can't sleep
What if I meet somebody new
And every kiss feels like I'm cheating on you
What if we made a big mistake?
What if my heart never unbreaks?
People move on, people let go
What if you do?
I wanna move on, wanna let go
What if you do?
What if I don't?
Mmhmm, what if I don't?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Shaylen's song "What If I Don't" explore the emotional turmoil that comes with a break-up. The singer is still struggling to let go of her ex and move on. She questions herself, wondering if she's strong enough to move on, what if she can't let go, what if she can't find someone new, what if she made a mistake, and what if her heart never unbreaks. These questions reveal the depth of her pain and the fear of moving on. The singer is also experiencing what is called "impairment effect" - unable to imagine a successful life without her ex.


Throughout the song, the singer uses alcohol as a coping mechanism. She wonders if whiskey will make her miss her ex forever or if it will help her move on. She is scared that she might see her ex doing better than ever, which may further affect her ability to move on. Shaylen's song is relatable to anyone who has gone through a breakup and struggled to let go.


Overall, "What If I Don't" is about the struggle to move on after a breakup. The lyrics express the pain, the fear, and the uncertainty that come with letting go of someone you loved. The song explores the emotions that people go through and how difficult it can be to move on even when you know it's the right thing to do.


Line by Line Meaning

Why am I still buying make-up that's waterproof?
I keep holding onto the hope that we might reconcile, and I'll need waterproof make-up to cope with the tears if it doesn't happen.


Everybody goes through break-ups, I know they do
I'm aware that breakups are a common part of life that everyone goes through.


But not with you
However, our breakup was different, and my feelings for you are too strong to move on quickly.


I thought that thinking 'bout you every day
I hoped that constantly thinking about you would eventually make me feel better, but it hasn't worked.


That getting drunk and calling you so late
I've resorted to drinking and calling you late at night because I miss you so much.


I know this wanting you is just a phase
I'm aware that my desire to be with you is temporary, but it's hard to shake off.


And with a little time I'd be okay
I thought that given some time to heal, I would eventually be alright, but I'm still struggling.


What if I'm not strong as I think?
I worry that I may not have the strength to move on and forget about you.


What if in two years I still can't sleep
I fear that even after a long time, I may still struggle to sleep without you by my side.


What if I meet somebody new
I'm anxious about the idea of meeting someone else and moving on from you.


And every kiss feels like I'm cheating on you
The thought of being intimate with someone else feels disloyal to the deep feelings that I still have for you.


What if we made a big mistake?
I question whether our breakup was a mistake and if we should've tried harder to make things work.


What if my heart never unbreaks?
I worry that my heart may never fully mend from the pain of losing you.


People move on, people let go
I understand that it's common for people to move on and let go after a breakup, but it's difficult for me to do so.


What if you do?
I wonder if you'll be able to move on and forget about me.


I wanna move on, wanna let go
I want to be able to move on and let go like other people do, but it's a struggle.


Ever stop loving you
I fear that I may never stop loving you.


Ever stop needing you
I worry that I may never stop feeling the need for you in my life.


Mmhmm, what if I don't?
I'm apprehensive about the possibility that I may never be able to move on and forget about you.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Anthem Entertainment, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: .shaylen Corroll, Lindsay Rimes, Phil Barton, Seth Ennis

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Comments from YouTube:

@ianblanchard45

"What if i meet somebody new
And ever kiss is like i m cheating on you",,,,,wow , just hit me like a tornado ...for real....😢❤

@Noonesbusiness408

She took a country turn! Yay for all the great vibes she always puts out.

@HannahVanvelzor

Why have I not heard this on the radio!?

@nancy-h6h

my thoughts exactly

@nathancollins7867

Wow! This song is so true, just a great song!

@MjauNightcore

This is such a catchy song! I hope this gets played on the radio. It definitely has mainstream potential!

@stevenj.389

Girl you have a voice of an angel, heavenly delight to hear.

@krishnaramroop2574

Always remember this life we live is SHORT. Pick up the pieces and move ON. Going forward, make sure u have GOD in All your Thoughts...

@abrahamyrn

why should this be under rated😭😭

@torontospratt5547

Thanks Savannah Chrisley!!!!!!! If it wasn't for you I would never heard this song .this song so beautiful ❤️ God bless you Shayla this so beautiful ❤️. I'm so in love with my new boyfriend y'all he a blessing from God

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