I Didn't Know
Skinshape Lyrics


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I didn't know about those other things
I could've been there but now it's too late
We're only here for an hour, you won't know 'till its gone
Try to find the best, I know you
I didn't know that you would leave so soon
I could've tried a little harder to make you smile once more
One day I'll come to find you, wherever you may be
If only time was kinder, you would still be here




Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Skinshape's song, "I Didn't Know" convey a sense of regret and longing for what could have been. The singer laments not knowing about "those other things" and missing the opportunity to be there for someone. The lyrics also touch on the fleeting nature of life and how we often don't appreciate it until it's gone. The singer implores the listener to recognize and cherish the good in their life, to try to find the best despite the hardships. The chorus speaks to the sudden loss of someone close and the wish for more time with that person. The final line, "If only time was kinder, you would still be here," encapsulates the heartache and the hope for what could have been.


The song itself has a dreamy, mellow quality that enhances the feeling of longing and introspection. The simple instrumentation and melody allow the lyrics to take center stage and hit home with the listener. The repetition of the chorus throughout the song reinforces the message and emotion of the lyrics.


Line by Line Meaning

I didn't know about those other things
I was unaware of the additional details or circumstances.


I could've been there but now it's too late
In hindsight, I realize that I had the opportunity to be present, but now that opportunity has passed and cannot be revisited.


We're only here for an hour, you won't know 'till its gone
Our time on earth is limited, and we often fail to recognize the value of what we have until we have lost it.


Try to find the best, I know you
I encourage you to strive for excellence because I have faith in your abilities and potential.


I didn't know that you would leave so soon
I was not anticipating or prepared for your sudden departure.


I could've tried a little harder to make you smile once more
In retrospect, I realize that I could have put forth more effort to bring joy or contentment to your life.


One day I'll come to find you, wherever you may be
Eventually, I will seek you out and reconnect, regardless of your location or circumstances.


If only time was kinder, you would still be here
If circumstances were more favorable or if time had been more generous, you would still be present in my life.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: William Dorey

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@josiejones3186

...ain’t it the truth!💔
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@aukespijker7548

Lyrics:
I didn't know about those other things
I could've been there but now it's too late
But only here for one hour, we won't know till it's gone
Try to find the best, I know you

I didn't know that you would leave so soon
I'd have tried a little harder to make you smile once more
One day I'll come to find you, wherever you may be
Only time was kinder, you would still be here



@LilStray1

Here's the lyrics for you guys:

I didn't know about those other things
I could've been there, but now it's too late
We're only here for one hour, we won't know untill it's gone
Try to find the best, I know you

 I didn't know, that you would leave so soon
I didn't try a little harder, to make you smile once more
One day I'll come to find you, wherever you may be
If only time was kinder, you would still be here



All comments from YouTube:

@spruce9054

this song makes whatever you’re doing in the moment feel like a memory

@shenru2

Tis why i put it on replay. Made me feel like that specific mood.

@CathLenaMusic

damn

@annikaschend8145

i’m sitting at the toilet

@antonyvenneri6264

😀https://youtu.be/ZTeU2ZXBgbo

@heyterka3262

exactly...

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@kcfreeman3021

I'm working on myself right now, im glad this song has no person attached to it.

@Mai-sc9kn

yeah, same

@graciousmatter1935

Gladly I kept a lot of songs to myself during lol

@felteltours

No form only satisfaction

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