Honest
The Neighboourhood Lyrics
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If I made it too hard for you maybe you should've changed it.
Say it, you should say it,
'Cause I'd say I was wrong just to make it fill all the spaces.
Waiting, always waiting.
If I gave you control would you say that we could've saved it?
I hope you find a way to be yourself someday,
In weakness or in strength,
Change can be amazing.
So I pray for the best, I pray for the best for you
I wish you could be honest, I wish you could be honest with me
I wish you could be honest, I wish you could be honest with me
Chasing, always chasing dreams.
Why'd you stick around, why'd you stay with me?
Why'd you fake it?
Hesitation is killing me too.
But I couldn't save it, I couldn't save it.
I hope you find a way to be yourself someday,
In weakness or in strength,
Change can be amazing.
So I pray for the best, I pray for the best for you
I hope you find a way to be yourself someday,
In weakness or in strength,
Change can be amazing.
So I pray for the best, I pray for the best for you
I wish you could be honest, I wish you could be honest with me
I wish you could be honest, I wish you could be honest with me
I wish you could be honest, I wish you could be honest with me
I wish you could be honest, I wish you could be honest with me
The lyrics of The Neighborhood's song, Honest, deal with the theme of honesty and the possibility of saving a relationship through honest communication. In the first verse, the singer acknowledges that they may have made things difficult in the relationship, and they wish their partner had told them how they truly felt. They express their willingness to admit their mistakes, even if it means creating an uncomfortable or awkward silence.
The following verses delve into the idea of waiting and chasing after dreams. The singer reflects on their own mistakes, and wonders if they could have saved the relationship if they had given their partner more control. They express a desire for their partner to find self-acceptance, both in their strengths and weaknesses, and acknowledge that change can be a positive thing.
The chorus repeats the simple yet powerful phrase, "I wish you could be honest with me." The singer is yearning for their partner to be truthful with them, rather than hiding their true feelings. Overall, the song Honest speaks to the value of vulnerability and communication in relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Patience, test my patience.
I am being patient, but it is becoming too difficult for me to bear.
If I made it too hard for you maybe you should've changed it.
If my patience is too difficult for you to handle, maybe you should have changed your behavior.
Say it, you should say it, 'Cause I'd say I was wrong just to make it fill all the spaces.
You should be honest about your feelings, because I would apologize just to fill the empty silence.
Waiting, always waiting. If I gave you control would you say that we could've saved it?
I am always waiting for improvement, but if I gave you control, would you have saved our relationship?
I hope you find a way to be yourself someday, In weakness or in strength, Change can be amazing. So I pray for the best, I pray for the best for you
I hope you can find your true self and embrace change in any circumstance. I wish you the very best.
I wish you could be honest, I wish you could be honest with me
I desire you to be truthful and open with me.
Chasing, always chasing dreams. Why'd you stick around, why'd you stay with me? Why'd you fake it?
I am always pursuing my dreams, but why did you stay with me if you were pretending?
Hesitation is killing me too. But I couldn't save it, I couldn't save it.
I am also struggling with hesitation, but unfortunately I couldn't save our relationship.
I wish you could be honest, I wish you could be honest with me
I desire you to be truthful and open with me.
I wish you could be honest, I wish you could be honest with me
I desire you to be truthful and open with me.
I wish you could be honest, I wish you could be honest with me
I desire you to be truthful and open with me.
I wish you could be honest, I wish you could be honest with me
I desire you to be truthful and open with me.
Contributed by Evelyn A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@nikolaa..
my top 5:
1. scary love
2. alleyways
3. honest
4. let it go
5. you get me so high
I wrote this ^ like 4 months ago so here’s my top 5 now:
1) a little death
2) blue 😩
3) wires
4) reflections
5) you get me so high or honest
omg i wrote the first one over a year ago ??? time flies tbf soo here’s my top 5 now (feb 2022 😰)
1) softcore (not bc of tiktok 😕)
2) flowers // compass (i can’t decide lol)
3) dust
4) $ting
5) no grey
2023 now so here’s another update i’ll be back in a year 😇
1) sadderdaze
2) wires
3) sting
4) wiped out!
5) how
@mariaolaru7976
Patience, test my patience.
If I made it too hard for you maybe you should've changed it.
Say it, you should say it,
'Cause I'd say I was wrong just to make it fill all the spaces.
Waiting, always waiting.
If I gave you control would you say that we could've saved it?
I hope you find a way to be yourself someday,
In weakness or in strength,
Change can be amazing.
So I pray for the best, I pray for the best for you.
I wish you could be honest, I wish you could be honest with me.
I wish you could be honest, I wish you could be honest with me.
Chasing, always chasing dreams.
Why’d you stick around, why’d you stay with me?
Why’d you fake it?
Hesitation is killing me too.
But I couldn’t save it, I couldn’t save it.
I hope you find a way to be yourself someday,
In weakness or in strength,
Change can be amazing.
So I pray for the best, I pray for the best for you.
So I pray for the best, I pray for the best for you.
I wish you could be honest, I wish you could be honest with me.
I wish you could be honest, I wish you could be honest with me.
I wish you could be honest, I wish you could be honest with me.
I wish you could be honest, I wish you could be honest with me.
@TheXXXOliwciaXXX
God, I'm totally obsessed with this band..
@alejandraorellana4574
Me too!!! and I just know them today!!!
@victoria_ray983
I used to not like them when sweater weather came out and then after a little while I walked into the neighbourhood......get it😂but they are soooooooo AMAZING❤️❤️
@TheXXXOliwciaXXX
TORI_@LOL
hahah♥ Actually, I love them since sweather weather came out! :D Yeah, they are! <3
@willie_mov
I was actually sitting at work with VHS on TV. I hate pop, but sweater weather came on and I was like "damn... This is not bad at all." So I looked it up later and checked out a few more songs, not expecting much, but it just got better and better with each song. Not one let me down. At first I couldn't decide whether I wanted to listen to the same song I just listened to or find more. Lol and now here I am eagerly waiting for Wiped out!. P.S. I love metal, so this is peculiar for me lol
@breanamelendez8356
+Oliwia... me too omg
@TheSparties
I love this song, it's a shame NBHD isn't more popular.
@SwishaSilva
I think they're popular and well known. Personally I'm happy they're not mainstream, I'd get sick of these songs if the radio over played them.
@trin1277
Anthony P. Doesn't anyone know they split up?
@josezamora1639
lifeaspianist What!?!?