Let Me Know
The Grits Lyrics


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If you let me know (let me know) I will be OK (let me know)I can’t be the one to tell youIf you want to stayAnd if you let me know (let me know)I will be alright (let me know)I can’t be the one to tell you the difference between fight and flight
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 yours of my time (of my time)So please, please tell me what you want (yeah make up your mind)If you let me know (let me know) x3 If you let me knowYeah, yeah, yeah, yeah(1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 years of my time)(So please, please tell me what you want to do) Yeah make up your mindIf you let me know (let me know) x3 Let me know, no, no,yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah(1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 years of my time) x 3

(So please, please tell me what you want to do)If you let me know (let me know) I will be OK (let me know)I can’t be the one to tell youIf you want to stay(1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 years of my time) to end




Overall Meaning

The lyrics of The Grits's song "Let Me Know" convey a sense of frustration and uncertainty in a relationship. The singer pleads for their partner to communicate their feelings and intentions, emphasizing that they cannot be the one to make decisions regarding the future of the relationship. The repeated phrase "If you let me know, I will be okay" reflects the singer's desire for clarity and direction in order to find a sense of peace within themselves. The line "I can't be the one to tell you the difference between fight and flight" suggests that the singer is exhausted from constantly trying to navigate the ups and downs of the relationship alone. Overall, the lyrics express the importance of open communication and the toll that uncertainty can take on a person.


Line by Line Meaning

If you let me know (let me know) I will be OK (let me know)
If you communicate your thoughts and feelings to me, I will feel fine and at peace.


I can’t be the one to tell you if you want to stay
I cannot be the person to make the decision for you regarding whether you choose to remain in this situation or not.


And if you let me know (let me know) I will be alright (let me know)
Furthermore, if you open up and inform me about your emotions, I will feel fine and content.


I can’t be the one to tell you the difference between fight and flight
However, I cannot decide for you whether you should confront the situation directly or flee from it, as that is a choice only you can make.


1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 yours of my time (of my time)
Over the course of nine years, I have dedicated my time and energy to you.


So please, please tell me what you want (yeah make up your mind)
Therefore, I implore you to clearly express your desires and make a decision.


Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah (1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 years of my time)
Yes, it has genuinely been a significant amount of time that I have invested in this relationship.


(So please, please tell me what you want to do) Yeah make up your mind
(Therefore, I urge you to determine your intentions and decide what actions you wish to take.)


Let me know, no, no, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah (1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 years of my time) x 3
Please inform me about your thoughts and emotions, even if the answer is negative. Yes, it has truly been a substantial amount of time, and I am emphasizing it by repeating it three times.


(So please, please tell me what you want to do)
(Therefore, I sincerely request you to express your intentions and plans.)


If you let me know (let me know) I will be OK (let me know)
If you choose to confide in me, I will feel fine and at peace.


I can’t be the one to tell you if you want to stay
However, I cannot make the decision on your behalf about whether you wish to remain in this situation or not.


(1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 years of my time) to end
(It has been a significant amount of nine years that I have dedicated to this relationship.)




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Kassner Associated Publishers Ltd
Written by: BOB CARTER, JUNIOR GISCOMBE, Carlton Carter, Sharhonda Gilbert, Shedrick Guy

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Comments from YouTube:

kokamassjazz

Great track! I love it!

kevin farquhar

This is fabulous straight up funk :)

K E

oh man these guys are from Brighton too!? Hell yeah! Just found them from a video suggestion :D gonna check out more of their stuff and see if they're touring.

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