'Cause I Do
Trent Harmon Lyrics
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When somebody′s tryna talk to ya
And do ya...
Ever fall asleep sitting on the couch
'Cause cold leather just feels better
Now to ya, and do ya...
And do you miss your exit on the way home
And you've got nowhere else to be
'Cause I do
When I think of you
Does it ever cross your mind
Do you ever wonder why
I′m not holding you
′Cause I do
Do you fall all over again
When a stranger's wearing the same scent
That I do, ′cause I do
Do you find a way just to bring me up
In every conversation just because
You're caught up in what used to be
′Cause I do
When I think of you
Does it ever cross your mind
Do you ever wonder why
I'm not holding you
′Cause I do
'Cause I do
Whoa...
I do
When I think about you
Does it ever cross your mind
(Cross your mind)
Do you ever wonder why
(Wonder why)
I'm not holding you
′Cause I do
In this song, Trent Harmon is singing about how he can't get over his ex-girlfriend, and he wonders if she feels the same way. The lyrics communicate that while he tries to move on from the relationship, he continues to think of her and misses her hold on him. He describes how he gets lost in his thoughts, particularly when a memory of her comes to mind, such as when he smells a particular scent. It's clear that even though the relationship is over, he still harbors strong feelings for her, and he still thinks of her often, even when it's not ideal.
The chorus is poignant, as Trent asks his ex if she thinks of him too. He wonders if she misses him and feels the same way that he does, if she ever wonders why they are not together. The song is sad and emotional, as Trent is expressing his desire to be with her again. It is a relatable topic for many people who have ever experienced heartbreak and are struggling to move on from their past relationship.
Overall, the song is a beautifully written and performed ballad that tugs at the heartstrings, and the vulnerability and the raw emotions that Trent brings to the song make it a standout track that resonates with listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you ever get lost in your thoughts
Have you ever been so deep in thought that you completely disconnect from the reality of the moment?
When somebody′s tryna talk to ya
This happens when someone is trying to communicate, but your mind is preoccupied with something else.
And do ya...
The singer is asking if the listener has ever experienced the following situations:
Ever fall asleep sitting on the couch
Have you ever dozed off while sitting on a couch, and the cold leather just feels more comfortable to you at that moment?
'Cause cold leather just feels better
The cold leather is actually not comfortable, but at that moment, it feels better compared to the position the person is currently in.
Now to ya, and do ya...
The singer is asking the same question again, but in a different way.
And do you miss your exit on the way home
Have you ever missed your intended turn while driving because you were too engrossed in a particular song that was playing on the radio?
When a song′s playing on the radio
This situation can arise when a song with a high level of excitement, joy or nostalgia is playing.
And you've got nowhere else to be
When you have no other place to be or urgency to rush to.
'Cause I do
The singer emphasizes that he also experiences the same situations as mentioned in the previous lines of the song.
When I think of you
The singer brings up the fact that he does all these things while thinking about the person he has feelings for.
Does it ever cross your mind
The person who the singer is referring to may not be aware of the singer's feelings, so the singer is inquiring if the person has ever thought about the singer in the same way.
Do you ever wonder why
The singer is implying that the person should think about why the singer is not holding him/her.
I′m not holding you
The singer is lamenting that he is unable to hold the person he has feelings for.
′Cause I do
The singer reiterates that he thinks about the person and his unfulfilled desires.
Do you fall all over again
The singer is asking if the person falls in love all over again every time they notice something that reminds them of the singer, like someone wearing the same scent.
When a stranger's wearing the same scent
The singer describes a scenario in which the person comes across a stranger wearing the same scent as the singer, and it brings back memories of the singer.
That I do, ′cause I do
The singer replies that he does feel the same way, and the person is not alone in feeling that way.
Do you find a way just to bring me up
The singer asks if the person finds a way to talk or think about the singer in every conversation.
In every conversation just because
The person talks about the singer just because he/she is still caught up in what used to be.
You're caught up in what used to be
The singer understands the person is still caught up in what was and is not able to move on.
′Cause I do
The singer confirms that he feels the same way and is not able to move on either.
When I think of you
The singer confirms that he thinks about the person frequently.
Does it ever cross your mind
The person should think about the singer more often.
Do you ever wonder why
The person should think why the singer is not with him/her.
I'm not holding you
The singer is not able to hold the person he likes.
′Cause I do
The singer feels the same way.
Whoa...
The singer uses this to express his thoughts on the whole situation.
I do
The singer repeats that he is still in love with the person and desires to be with him/her.
When I think about you
The singer emphasizes that the person is always on his mind.
Does it ever cross your mind
The singer once again asks if the person thinks about him often.
(Cross your mind)
The singer is bringing the person's attention to the fact that he should think about him often.
Do you ever wonder why
The singer is asking if the person ever wonders why they are not together.
(Wonder why)
The singer is bringing attention to the fact that the person should question the situation.
I'm not holding you
The singers lament that he cannot hold the person he likes despite his feelings.
′Cause I do
The singer emphasizes he feels the same way.
Writer(s): Josh Kerr, Nick Wayne, Trent Harmon
Contributed by Penelope D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.