What Can I Do
The Olms Lyrics


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What can I do, to get to you?
I got to find a way to get my message through.
What can I say?
I wanna stay.
I learned my lesson though it's wonderful to play.

You know it's useless baby, we can save our lives.
We're gonna be together til one of us dies.
You gotta know, I'll never go.
Don't see a reason to be walking out that door.

You know it's useless baby, we can save our lives.
We're gonna be together til one of us dies.
You gotta know, I'll never let you go.
Don't see a reason to be walking out that door.





What can I do, to get to you?
What can I do?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Olms's song What Can I Do convey a sense of urgency and determination in trying to reach someone special. The singer is searching for a way to get their message through and stay connected with the person they care about. The lyrics suggest that the relationship is worth fighting for and that the singer is committed to staying by their partner's side.


The first verse of the song describes the singer's desire to connect with their partner and stay close to them. The second verse reinforces the idea that the relationship is important and that the singer is willing to stay with their partner until the end. The repetition of the phrase "You know it's useless baby, we can save our lives" emphasizes the importance of the relationship and the stakes if it were to end.


Overall, the lyrics to What Can I Do represent a plea for connection and a promise of commitment. The singer is desperate to reach their partner, and the repetition of the question "What can I do?" highlights the unresolved tension in the relationship that needs to be addressed.


Line by Line Meaning

What can I do, to get to you?
I am willing to take any measures necessary to get to you.


I got to find a way to get my message through.
I need to communicate with you and let you know how I feel in a way that you will understand.


What can I say?
I am at a loss for words to express how much you mean to me.


I wanna stay.
I want to be with you and never leave your side.


I learned my lesson though it's wonderful to play.
I have realized that love is serious and meaningful, even though it may seem like a game at times.


You know it's useless baby, we can save our lives.
Our love is strong enough to overcome any obstacle and will ultimately be beneficial to our lives.


We're gonna be together til one of us dies.
Our love is eternal and we will be together forever, even in death.


You gotta know, I'll never go.
I will always be here for you and will never abandon you.


Don't see a reason to be walking out that door.
There is no valid reason for me to leave you or for you to leave me.


What can I do?
I am desperate to find a way to be with you and make our love work.




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