Trouble
The Knocks Lyrics


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The trouble with you
The trouble with you
You don't do what your heart wants to
You never listen to it, no, no
You never listen to it, no, no
That's the trouble
That's the trouble with you
The trouble with you
That's the trouble with you
The trouble with you
That's the trouble with you

Doctors say that blood is pumpin' through you just fine
Pulsin' tempo on the neon light
They can't tell you why you don't feel right
They don't know why you can't sleep at night

The trouble with you
You don't do what your heart wants to
You never listen to it, no, no
That's the trouble with you
The trouble with you
You don't do what your heart wants to
You never listen to it, no, no
You never listen to it, no, no
That's the trouble
That's the trouble with you
The trouble with you
That's the trouble with you
The trouble with you

So-called friends with the bad advice
Smile through the day, tryin' to seem nice
They don't care if you feel like this
And they don't know what the trouble is

The trouble with you
You don't do what your heart wants to
You never listen to it, no, no
That's the trouble with you
The trouble with you
You don't do what your heart wants to
You never listen to it, no, no
You never listen to it, no, no
That's the trouble
That's the trouble with you
Listen to it, no, no




The trouble with
Never listen to it, no, no

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of The Knocks's song "Trouble" are about someone not following their heart and instead listening to others or trying to fit into societal norms. The singer points out that although doctors may say the person is physically fine, they still feel off and cannot sleep. The root cause of this is that they are not living in accordance with their heart's true desires. The singer also mentions that the person's friends do not truly care about their well-being and are not offering helpful advice.


The chorus repeatedly states "the trouble with you" which refers back to the main problem being the person not living authentically. The repetition emphasizes the importance of listening to one's heart and how the person's life could be better if they do so.


Overall, the lyrics of "Trouble" encourage listeners to be true to themselves and not allow others' opinions to dictate their lives. It is a reminder to prioritize personal happiness and fulfillment over external validation.


Line by Line Meaning

The trouble with you
There's a problem with you


The trouble with you
There's a problem with you


You don't do what your heart wants to
You don't follow your passions and desires


You never listen to it, no, no
You ignore your heart's desires


You never listen to it, no, no
You ignore your heart's desires


That's the trouble
That's the problem


That's the trouble with you
That's the problem with you


The trouble with you
There's a problem with you


That's the trouble with you
That's the problem with you


The trouble with you
There's a problem with you


That's the trouble with you
That's the problem with you


Doctors say that blood is pumpin' through you just fine
Medical professionals say you're physically healthy


Pulsin' tempo on the neon light
Your surroundings may suggest you're doing okay


They can't tell you why you don't feel right
They can't explain why you're emotionally or mentally unwell


They don't know why you can't sleep at night
They don't know why you have trouble resting


So-called friends with the bad advice
People you think are friends but give unhelpful advice


Smile through the day, tryin' to seem nice
They pretend to be good while giving harmful suggestions


They don't care if you feel like this
They aren't concerned with your emotional state


And they don't know what the trouble is
They can't diagnose or alleviate your problem


Listen to it, no, no
Start paying attention to your heart's desires


The trouble with
The problem


Never listen to it, no, no
Ignore what your heart wants




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Santiago Arana Revelo

The trouble with you
The trouble with you
You don't do what your heart wants to
You never listen to it, no, no
You never listen to it, no, no
That's the trouble
That's the trouble with you
The trouble with you
That's the trouble with you
The trouble with you
That's the trouble with you
Doctors say that blood is pumpin' through you just fine
Pulsin' tempo on the neon light
They can't tell you why you don't feel right
They don't know why you can't sleep at night
The trouble with you
You don't do what your heart wants to
You never listen to it, no, no
That's the trouble with you
The trouble with you
You don't do what your heart wants to
You never listen to it, no, no
You never listen to it, no, no
That's the trouble
That's the trouble with you
The trouble with you
That's the trouble with you
The trouble with you
So-called friends with the bad advice
Smile through the day, tryin' to seem nice
They don't care if you feel like this
And they don't know what the trouble is
The trouble with you
You don't do what your heart wants to
You never listen to it, no, no
That's the trouble with you
The trouble with you
You don't do what your heart wants to
You never listen to it, no, no
You never listen to it, no, no
That's the trouble
That's the trouble with you
Listen to it, no, no
The trouble with
Never listen to it, no, no



All comments from YouTube:

Erica Six

I have social anxiety and persistent depressive disorder, and this song hits me so hard every time. From the lyrics to the video. But I don't know how it makes me feel. Sometimes I listen to it and cry because it's just so sad, and other times I listen to it and dance because it's so beautiful. What a masterpiece.

Jennifer Bishop

Always know crying is a form of your body bringing things to surface….. everyone feels better after a good cry …. Always let it flow helps you get stronger ….sending love and healing hunni xxx

Jeff Roe

Hope you’re doing okay <3

Jade Lemke

Stay strong! ❤✌😊

SubEther BASS

The video is one of my all-time favourites! Just amazing

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Vi

This deserves way more views, for real. I hate when masterpieces like this one are so underrated...

Christoffer Lindgren

Nooo i wont only us to get it :)

Andrew S

Go to places that let u play music

Andrew S

And play it there

Paloma Palomares

amo tanto esta canción, desde León Guanajuato México💓😍

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