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The Letters
Smith & Dragoman Lyrics
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He know that I need him
He don't want me though
(He don't want me though)
He know that I want him
He know that I need him
He don't want me though
He said he try to meet me after school
Told him meet me by the pool
I told him if he think we fucking
That ain't what I do
He said that he'd be waiting
And he not that kind of dude
I said okay I trust you
And that was my first mistake
Now my heart is broken
Wish I never took the bate, yeah
He know that I want him
He know that I need him
He don't want me though
(He don't want me though)
He know that I want him
He know that I need him
He don't want me though
Couple years later met a girl
Damn, she was so pretty
Smile shine like a pearl
Said she'd always love me
And I told her I believed her
Always told the truth
And I never would deceive her
Then I caught her red handed fucking with Khadija
She cried can you just stay
I told her baby it's too late
And now my heart is broken
Wish I never took the bate
(I wish I never took the bate yeah baby)
She know that I want her
She know that I need her
She don't want me though
She know that I want her
She know that I need her
(She know that I need her)
She don't want me though
(She don't want me though)
(She don't want me though)
She know that I want her
She know that I need her
She don't want me though
She know that I want her
She know that I need her
She don't want me though
(She don't want me though)
The lyrics to Smith & Dragoman's song "The Letters" explore themes of unrequited love and betrayal. The song tells the story of two different relationships, both of which end in heartbreak and disappointment.
In the first verse, the singer expresses their longing for someone who is aware of their feelings but does not reciprocate them. Despite wanting and needing this person, they acknowledge that the feeling is not mutual. The singer recounts a specific incident where they arranged to meet this person but were ultimately let down. They trusted this person, but it turned out to be a mistake that broke their heart.
The second verse introduces a new relationship with a girl who is described as beautiful and seemingly trustworthy. The singer believed her declarations of love and honesty, only to discover her cheating with someone named Khadija. The singer is hurt and refuses to stay, realizing it is too late to salvage the relationship. Once again, they express regret for getting caught up in the same pattern of heartbreak.
Overall, "The Letters" delves into the pain of unreciprocated love and the impact of betrayal on the singer's emotional well-being. It highlights the vulnerability and longing for connection, while also emphasizing the importance of trust and honesty in relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
He know that I want him
He is aware of my desire for him.
He know that I need him
He understands that I depend on him.
He don't want me though
However, he does not desire to be with me.
He said he try to meet me after school
He claimed he would attempt to meet me after school.
I always kinda liked him
I always had somewhat of an affection for him.
Told him meet me by the pool
I instructed him to meet me near the pool.
I told him if he think we fucking, That ain't what I do
I informed him that if he assumes we are engaging in sexual activity, he is mistaken because it is not my intention.
He said that he'd be waiting, And he not that kind of dude
He assured me that he would be waiting for me, emphasizing that he is not the type of person to engage in such behavior.
I said okay I trust you, And that was my first mistake
I responded with acceptance, placing my trust in him, not realizing that it was the initial error in judgement.
Now my heart is broken, Wish I never took the bate, yeah
Now, my heart is shattered, and I deeply regret falling for his deceit.
Couple years later met a girl
A few years later, I encountered a girl.
Damn, she was so pretty
Wow, she possessed exceptional beauty.
Smile shine like a pearl
Her smile radiated brilliantly, resembling the luster of a pearl.
Said she'd always love me
She declared that she would love me eternally.
And I told her I believed her
I assured her that I trusted her statement.
Always told the truth, And I never would deceive her
I consistently spoke honestly and made a commitment to never deceive her.
Then I caught her red handed fucking with Khadija
However, I discovered her engaging in sexual activity with Khadija.
She cried can you just stay
She pleaded with tears, asking me to stay.
I told her baby it's too late
I communicated to her that it was already too late.
And now my heart is broken, Wish I never took the bate
Consequently, my heart is in pieces, and I deeply regret being deceived once again.
She know that I want her
She is aware of my desire for her.
She know that I need her
She understands that I depend on her.
She don't want me though
However, she does not desire to be with me.
She know that I want her
She is aware of my desire for her.
She know that I need her
She understands that I depend on her.
She don't want me though
However, she does not desire to be with me.
She know that I want her
She is aware of my desire for her.
She know that I need her
She understands that I depend on her.
She don't want me though
However, she does not desire to be with me.
She know that I want her
She is aware of my desire for her.
She know that I need her
She understands that I depend on her.
She don't want me though
However, she does not desire to be with me.
She don't want me though
She does not want to be with me.
She don't want me though
She does not desire to be with me.
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Written by: Alexa Sampson
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