There are multiple artists under the name Tristan :

1]. Tristan - a … Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists under the name Tristan :

1]. Tristan - a pop/folk group from Jakarta, Indonesia
2]. Tristan - Tristan Cooke is a DJ from The United Kingdom
3]. Tristan - a new band from The Netherlands

1]. Here’s a new, interesting group with interesting music concept. The name Tristan came from Latin tristis which means ‘sad’, a reference to the tragic fate of Tristram in a medieval story “Tristram and Isolde”. But being totally sad is not what two multitalented men behind the group, Andrie Ridwan and Andrew Hutasoit want to bring. Instead they want to use it as the media of expression and an entity using melodic sounds and meaningful lyrics. That’s what they show in their debut album, “Home”.

Having all English lyrics except one song “Jelang Malam” which is currently doing well in indie charts, plus one strong single “Maybe Someday” in the album gives a promising start for Tristan. Being mellow doesn't always have to mean sad, Tristan shows that they can use it to bring something poetically (both musical and lyrical) inspiring.

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2]. Tristan Cooke is a face that only needs to be introduced to those new on the circuit. He has been DJing for nearly 15 years, playing all over the world at places like New York, Brazil, Tokyo, Israel, Paris, Australia, South Africa, Zambia and many more. With three albums under his belt, 'Audiodrome' and 'Substance' on Twisted Records and a third 'Chemisphere' on NANO, his rise in the studio has gone hand in hand with his Dj career. He currently has plans for collaboration with Simon Posford and Koxbox.
Sadly with the advent of Tristan's tinnitus problem, his Dj sets are few and far between, but he still plays 'live' on a regular basis as its the use of headphones makes matters worse.

3]. The band "Tristan" is a new band project by seasoned musicians from The Netherlands.
They just released their debut album "Full Power" in March, 2014 on Isolde Records. The band consists of singer Evelyn Kallansee, keyboard player Coen Molenaar, guitarist Thomas Bekhuis, bassist Frans Vollink, drummer Sebastiaan Cornelissen and percussionist Martin Gort.

If Only
Tristan Lyrics

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I've drove every road
Walked every path
I've loved and lost again
To get that feeling back
Sank my emotions
Searched the ocean
I wonder if you'd feel the way I do
If you only knew

If I told you the truth
Even through all the games
All of the pain
I'd still choose you
If you only knew
If you only knew
I've lived through the rain
Cleared all the clouds
I've hurt and hurt someone
So I wouldn't drown
Lip stick stained bed
Your voice runs through my head
I wonder if you'd think about me too
If you only knew
If I told you the truth
Even through all the games
All of the pain
I'd still choose you
If you only knew
Oh
If you only knew
If you only knew
I finally see
Your love and your heart
Was all that I need
If you only knew
Maybe you'd see
Falling in love
It is our destiny
If you only knew
If I told you the truth
Even through all the games
All of that pain
I'd still choose you
If you only knew
If you only knew

Only knew
If you only knew

Overall Meaning

In these poignant lyrics of Tristan's song "If Only," we witness a soul bared raw with the pain and longing of unrequited love. The singer expresses a sense of having explored every avenue, both physically and emotionally, in their pursuit of that elusive feeling of connection and passion. The imagery of driving every road and walking every path signifies a journey taken in search of love, with each step and turn leading them further down the path of seeking solace in another.

The repeated motif of love and loss weaves throughout the verses, highlighting the singer's deep sense of yearning and vulnerability. The act of sinking their emotions and searching the ocean suggests a profound sense of immersion in the depths of their feelings, as they grapple with the complexities of their own heart. The uncertainty and doubt expressed in wondering if the object of their affection would feel the same way if they knew the truth speaks to the fear of rejection and the desire for reciprocation.

The lyrics paint a picture of a tumultuous emotional landscape, where past hurts and sacrifices have colored the singer's experience of love. The reference to hurting someone to avoid drowning in their own pain underscores the destructive patterns and choices made in the name of self-preservation. The image of a lipstick-stained bed and the haunting echo of the beloved's voice in their head evoke a sense of longing and memory, further deepening the emotional intensity of the song.

As the song reaches its crescendo, the singer's revelation of finally seeing that the love and heart of the one they desire is all they truly need is a moment of clarity and acceptance. The acknowledgment that falling in love is their destiny, despite the trials and tribulations faced, brings a note of hope and resolution to the narrative. The repetition of "If you only knew" underscores the theme of missed opportunities and unspoken truths, leaving the listener with a sense of bittersweet longing and the eternal question of what could have been.

Line by Line Meaning

I've drove every road
I have explored every possible path or option

Walked every path
I have experienced every scenario or situation

I've loved and lost again
I have gone through the pain of losing love multiple times

To get that feeling back
In hopes of experiencing that deep connection once more

Sank my emotions
I buried my feelings deep inside

Searched the ocean
I looked everywhere for answers

I wonder if you'd feel the way I do
I am curious if you would understand my emotions

If you only knew
If you could truly comprehend

If I told you the truth
If I shared my innermost thoughts

Even through all the games
Despite the complications and challenges

All of the pain
Every bit of suffering