I Can Tell
The White Wires Lyrics
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And you don't call me about the days
When you walked out and you got to say
Remember me now and picture my face
The beat goes on and on
When everything you want is gone
The beat goes on and on
I really can't stand it
I can tell that you want me to be your man
I can tell that you want me to grow up fast
I can tell, I can tell, I can tell, I can tell, I can tell
Sometimes you've got to throw it away
And then you've got something to chase
It comes and it goes and I want to say
Remember me now and picture my face
The beat goes on and on
When everything you want is gone
The beat goes on and on
I can tell, I can tell
I really can't stand it
I can tell that you want me to be your man
I can tell that you want me to grow up fast
I can tell, I can tell, I can tell, I can tell, I can tell
I can tell that you want me to be your man
I can tell that you want me to grow up fast
I can tell, I can tell, I can tell, I can tell, I can tell
I can tell that you want me to be your man
I can tell that you want me to grow up fast
I can tell, I can tell, I can tell, I can tell, I can tell
I can tell that you want me to be your man
I can tell that you want me to grow up fast
I can tell, I can tell, I can tell, I can tell, I can tell
I can tell that you want me to be your man
I can tell that you want me to grow up fast
I can tell, I can tell, I can tell, I can tell, I can tell
The first verse of the song seems to be directed towards someone for whom the beat of life just goes on and on, despite the fact that everything they have been striving for has come and gone without much acknowledgement. The person may have walked out on the singer at some point and uttered the words, "Remember me now and picture my face." This person may be very guarded and not inclined to share their emotions or life with the singer, who laments the fact that he is left to wonder about their feelings and the events happening in their life.
The second verse suggests that sometimes, one has to let go of something to truly understand the value of what they have. The singer seems to be saying that if given a chance, he would prove to be someone worth chasing and won't let go so easily. The repetition of the chorus highlights the singer's strong desire to be seen as a mature individual and demonstrates his willingness to take on responsibilities that come with being an adult.
Overall, the song seems to be about a person who is somewhat disconnected from their own life and emotions, but who desperately wants to be taken seriously and wants to show off their maturity. The singer seems to be conveying a sense of frustration about not being able to fully connect with this person and not understanding the reasons behind their guarded nature.
Line by Line Meaning
It's in your heart and in your ways
Your true intentions and nature are evident in your actions and behavior
And you don't call me about the days
You don't reach out to me anymore, even though we used to be close
When you walked out and you got to say
When you left and had the opportunity to express yourself
Remember me now and picture my face
Don't forget about me, try to visualize me and our memories together
Sometimes you've got to throw it away
Occasionally, you need to let go of something in order to move forward
And then you've got something to chase
Once you abandon something, there's a new opportunity to pursue
It comes and it goes and I want to say
Things fluctuate and change, and I want to communicate something to you
The beat goes on and on
Life continues, regardless of what we do
When everything you want is gone
When you lose what you desire most
I can tell, I can tell
I sense and understand what you're feeling and thinking
I really can't stand it
I dislike or can't tolerate it
I can tell that you want me to be your man
I'm aware that you want me to be in a relationship with you
I can tell that you want me to grow up fast
I know that you're eager for me to mature quickly
I can tell, I can tell, I can tell, I can tell, I can tell
Reinforcing that I understand and perceive what you're communicating
Contributed by Maya A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ricedreamgirl
this song reminds me of things some of my guy friends say. it's really spot on. and you sure as heck dance to it,.
@sv3Lt0k2oxl
nice!
@saspunx
Can you please upload "roxanne?"
@reallylame89
the chorus to this song sounds a lot the chorus to "Andy Fell" by the human sexual response.