Can't Help But Think
Trouble in the Wind Lyrics


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I just sip from what I got
She likes to dance a lot
In that dress her parents bought
So I sit in my chair
See the wind kiss her hair
I wouldn't rather sit anywhere

But I can't help but think
She's the end of me
That’s alright with me
As long as I can sing

Well that glass is half full
So I drank it down
I'm done getting pushed around
Either kiss me or I'm out
Oh my aching chest
Lets give this game a rest
I'm done you don't exist

But I can't help but think
She's the end of me




That’s alright with me
As long as I can sing

Overall Meaning

The song "Can't Help But Think" by Trouble in the Wind is a melancholic yet hopeful piece about a romantic relationship that appears to be reaching its end. The opening verse sets the scene of the singer observing his partner dancing in a dress that belongs to her parents, while he simply sits and sips from his drink. He finds contentment in being near her, experiencing the moment when the wind gently touches her hair, and wouldn't want to be anywhere else. However, his thoughts soon turn inward as he realizes that despite his affection for his partner, he feels like she is the end of him. Despite this, he is willing to accept it as long as he can continue singing.


The second verse indicates a shift in tone, where the singer takes control of the situation. He declares that he is done getting pushed around and either wants his partner to kiss him or he is leaving. The song's protagonist recognizes the pain in his chest and acknowledges the toll the relationship has taken on him. He concludes that it's time to give up on the game, effectively ending the relationship altogether. Amidst all this turmoil, however, the one thing he is sure of is that he still wants to sing, no matter what happens.


In essence, the song is a tribute to the power of music in difficult moments, serving as an emotional release that can help people cope with stress or heartbreak. It's a reminder that even when things are falling apart, we can always find solace in something we love and that can help express the feelings we struggle to put into words.


Line by Line Meaning

I just sip from what I got
I am content with what I have


She likes to dance a lot
She enjoys dancing


In that dress her parents bought
She is wearing a dress that her parents purchased for her


So I sit in my chair
I am observing her from a seated position


See the wind kiss her hair
I notice the wind blowing her hair


I wouldn't rather sit anywhere
I am content with my current position


But I can't help but think
Despite my contentment, I have negative thoughts


She's the end of me
I believe she will be the cause of my destruction


That’s alright with me
I am willing to accept this outcome


As long as I can sing
As long as I am able to express myself through music


Well that glass is half full
I have a positive outlook


So I drank it down
I am taking advantage of this positive outlook


I'm done getting pushed around
I am no longer allowing myself to be mistreated


Either kiss me or I'm out
I am giving an ultimatum, either show affection or I will leave


Oh my aching chest
I am experiencing emotional pain


Lets give this game a rest
I am suggesting that we end this relationship


I'm done you don't exist
I am ending this relationship and erasing this person from my life


But I can't help but think
Despite my decision to end things, negative thoughts still remain


She's the end of me
I still believe she will lead to my destruction


That’s alright with me
I am still willing to accept this outcome


As long as I can sing
As long as I am able to express myself through music




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