What Can I Do
Taylor Noelle Lyrics

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I’ve got time on my hands
But you’ve got so many plans
I need something from you
Tell me, what can I do?
Ooh, oh

He says my name and I
Know I can’t fight the sound

I hit solid ground
He says I’m wasting time
I know he’s right, somehow
So what do I do now?

Because every time I look at him he’s looking away
And I don’t know what to tell him ‘cause I know he won’t stay
Oh no, he’ll go
And if I could tell him anything I’d tell him the truth
But lord know what I’m hoping doing that would even do
So no, I’ll go

I’ve got time on my hands
But you’ve got so many plans

I need something from you
Tell me, what can I do?

Overall Meaning

In Taylor Noelle's song "What Can I Do," the lyrics explore the feelings of helplessness and longing in a one-sided relationship. The singer has plenty of time on their hands, while the other person in the relationship is busy with their own plans. They yearn for something more from this person and desperately ask, "Tell me, what can I do?"

The singer is aware that their feelings are not reciprocated fully. When the other person says their name, they feel a connection but realize they cannot fight the fact that the other person is not fully invested. They hit "solid ground," a metaphor for facing the reality of the situation. They acknowledge that they are wasting their time, but despite knowing the truth, they are unsure of what to do next.

Every time the singer looks at the person they are longing for, they are met with them looking away, symbolizing their disinterest or evasiveness. They are at a loss for words, unsure of what to tell this person because they already know that they won't stay. They are aware that telling them the truth would not change the outcome and wonders if it's even worth trying. In the end, the singer knows that they have to be the one to leave.

Overall, the lyrics of "What Can I Do" convey a sense of helplessness, longing, and the realization that sometimes, no matter how much one tries, some relationships are simply not meant to be.

Line by Line Meaning

I’ve got time on my hands
I have plenty of free time available.

But you’ve got so many plans
However, you are busy with numerous commitments.

I need something from you
I require assistance or support from you.

Tell me, what can I do?
Please provide me with suggestions or guidance on how I can help.

Ooh, oh
Expressing a sigh or a feeling of frustration.

He says my name and I
When he calls out my name,

Know I can’t fight the sound
I am unable to resist or ignore his voice.

I hit solid ground
I feel grounded or secure.

He says I’m wasting time
He suggests that I am not using my time effectively.

I know he’s right, somehow
I acknowledge deep down that he is correct.

So what do I do now?
Now, I am uncertain about the appropriate course of action.

Because every time I look at him he’s looking away
Each time I try to make eye contact with him, he deliberately avoids it.

And I don’t know what to tell him ‘cause I know he won’t stay
I am unsure of what to say to him because I am aware that he has no intention of staying.

Oh no, he’ll go
Oh no, he will leave or depart.

And if I could tell him anything I’d tell him the truth
If I had the opportunity, I would honestly reveal my feelings or thoughts to him.

But lord know what I’m hoping doing that would even do
However, I am uncertain about the potential outcome or impact of sharing my truth.

So no, I’ll go
Therefore, I will choose to leave or distance myself from the situation.

I’ve got time on my hands
Once again emphasizing that I have ample free time available.

But you’ve got so many plans
However, you remain occupied with numerous commitments.

I need something from you
Reiterating my need for assistance or support from you.

Tell me, what can I do?
Requesting concrete suggestions or guidance on how I can be of help.

Lyrics © Songtrust Ave
Written by: TAYLOR NOELLE PUSKAR

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