Know How
The Kings of Convenience & Feist Lyrics
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Never been here before
Peculiarly entrusted
Possibly that's all
Is history recorded?
Does someone have a tape?
Surely, I'm no pioneer
Just a little bit of danger
When intriguingly
Our little secret
Trust say, trust me
'Cause no one will ever know
That this was happening
So tell me why you listen
When nobody's talking?
Oh, what is there to know?
Oh, this is what it is
Oh, you and me alone
Sheer simplicity
Oh, what is there to know?
Oh, this is what it is
Oh, you and me alone
Sheer simplicity
Oh, what is there to know?
Oh, this is what it is
Oh, you and me alone
Sheer simplicity
The lyrics of The Kings of Convenience & Feist's song Know How express the feeling of two people who are enjoying being together in a simple and secret way. They are riding on their own experience and knowledge of each other, and although they may not be the first to experience this kind of situation, it feels unique and personal to them. They wonder if history is being recorded or if anyone has a tape of their moment, but realize that it doesn't matter, because their constellations will stay the same.
There is a little bit of danger in their secret, and they share a trusting relationship. They know that no one else will ever know about their moment together, so they question why they even need to talk about it. The simplicity of their moment is what makes it special, and they revel in the fact that there is nothing more to know or understand.
Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of intimacy and simplicity that is appealing in its honesty and authenticity. The simple melody and harmonies add to the feeling of shared experience and create a sense of closeness between the listener and the singers.
Line by Line Meaning
Riding on this know-how
Taking advantage of our experience and expertise in this situation
Never been here before
Despite being in a similar position before, this instance is different and poses unique challenges
Peculiarly entrusted
Given a specific responsibility that is unusual but requires our expertise
Possibly that's all
This is likely the only reason we were selected for this task
Is history recorded?
Are the events of this moment being recorded and remembered?
Does someone have a tape?
Is there documentation of what's happening?
Surely, I'm no pioneer
I'm not the first person to face this situation
Constellations stay the same
Even as things change, the big picture remains constant and consistent
Just a little bit of danger
There is an element of risk in this task
When intriguingly
In a way that is fascinating and captivates our attention
Our little secret
This knowledge is confined to a select few
Trust say, trust me
Just believe me and have faith in what I tell you
'Cause no one will ever know
No one else will find out what's happening
That this was happening
That this moment occurred
So tell me why you listen
What makes you pay attention to me?
When nobody's talking?
When there is no apparent communication happening?
Oh, what is there to know?
What is there to learn or discover?
Oh, this is what it is
This is the situation we are in
Oh, you and me alone
Just the two of us are experiencing this
Sheer simplicity
This is an uncomplicated situation
Oh, what is there to know?
What is there to learn or discover?
Oh, this is what it is
This is the situation we are in
Oh, you and me alone
Just the two of us are experiencing this
Sheer simplicity
This is an uncomplicated situation
Oh, what is there to know?
What is there to learn or discover?
Oh, this is what it is
This is the situation we are in
Oh, you and me alone
Just the two of us are experiencing this
Sheer simplicity
This is an uncomplicated situation
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Eirik Glambek Boe, Erlend Otre Oeye, Leslie Feist
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@aaminakayani5225
Lyrics
Riding on this know-how
Never been here before
Peculiarly entrusted
Possibly that's all
Is history recorded?
Does someone have a tape?
Surely, I'm no pioneer
Constellations stay the same
Just a little bit of danger
When intriguingly
Our little secret
Trusts that you trust me
'Cause no one will ever know
That this was happening
So tell me why you listen
When nobody's talking
What is there to know?
All this is what it is
You and me alone
Sheer simplicity
What is there to know?
All this is what it is
You and me alone
Sheer simplicity
What is there to know?
All this is what it is
All this is what it is
You and me alone
Sheer simplicity
@susususu3878
Riding on this know-how.
Never been here before.
Peculiarly entrusted,
possibly that's all.
Is history recorded,
does someone have a tape?
Surely, I'm no pioneer,
constellations stay the same.
...
Just a little bit of danger,
when intriguingly, our little secret,
trusts that you trust me.
'Cause no one will ever know,
that this was happening,
so tell me why you listen,
when nobody's talking.
...
What is there to know?
All this is what it is.
You and me alone,
sheer simplicity.
...x3
@widyakamara3241
Riding on this know-how.
Never been here before.
Peculiarly entrusted,
Possibly that's all.
Is history recorded,
Does someone have a tape?
Surely, I'm no pioneer,
Constellations stay the same
Just a little bit of danger,
When intriguingly, our little secret,
Trusts that you trust me.
'Cause no one will ever know,
That this was happening,
So tell me why you listen,
When nobody's talking
What is there to know?
All this is what it is
Oh... You and me alone
Sheer simplicity...
What is there to know?
All this is what it is.
Oh... You and me alone,
Sheer simplicity...
What is there to know?
All this is what it is.
Oh... You and me alone,
Sheer simplicity...
@InflatablePlane
I’ll never forget the first time I heard this song. In the airport coming back from Seattle in 2005. I was hooked right there and then. As soon as I found out who the band was I ran out and bought this album. Every track is absolute gold and it gets played from time to time.
@fasttrack70
i first heard these guys in about 2002 i fell in love with them straight away
@sedayaman1806
Meliksah Altuntas'in az TT'sinden duydum geldim. Şarkının yarısından sonra istemsizce gözlerimi kapatıp kendimi geçmişte en huzurlu hissettiğim ana gidip gülümseme ve ağlama arası bi yerde sıkışmış hissettim. İnsanın üzerinde bıraktığı etki çok başkaymış. Şimdi bu şarkıyı hep aynı duyguyla dinleyeceğim..
@sergioalvarado5610
Gracias por componer e interpretar temas con melodía, armonía, musicalidad y calidad. Tengo 70 años de edad y hojala me alcanze la vida para escucharlos. Mi hijo fue quien me dijo,,,, te voy a poner algo que te va a gustar. Totalmente cierto. Cuando vienen a México.
@aramledezma4230
Sergio Alvarado Probablemente nunca, señor. Ya se separaron. Pero si le gusta eso, ecuche los álbumes solistas de los miembros. Uno se llama Legao y es de Erlend Øye y el otro se llama Analog Dance Music de Kommode.
@paolarubio2817
Si no sabemos la información mejor no hacer rumores. @Sergio Alvarado, KOC sigue existiendo, yo también estoy en espera de que regresen desde hace 5 años, es tan componiendo su nuevo disco, Sólo nos queda esperar. Que buena onda que te agrade su música. Es pura vitalidad. Saludos.
@ElinGomezRonzon
Siguen juntos y señor, siga disfrutando :) pero como bien le dijeron como solistas también son excelentes.
@ezrimartinez5947
estuve en el concierto de Erlend en abril que fue aqui en México y me toco verlo al final del concierto y le preguntaron que si vendria nuevamente con Eirik y dijo que si
@cesarramirezsanchez6475
Mi padre no escucha la música que compongo, vamos, como para recomendarle encima a un grupo.
Chic@s, gracias por la información. Echaré un vistazo a esos solistas. Seguro que merece la pena.
Saludos.
@rl2552
This is one of the greatest songs I've ever heard, and it made me want to quit my job and start a three-piece band where we sit around on the floor and play acoustic guitar. I haven't given up on that dream yet.