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[Don't Know What You Got (Till It's Gone) by Cinderella]

I can't tell ya baby what went wrong
I can't make you feel what you felt so long ago
I'll let it show
I can't give you back what's been hurt
Heartaches come and go and all that's left are the words
I can't let go
If we take some time to think it over baby
Take some time, let me know
If you really want to go

Don't know what you got till it's gone
Don't know what it is I did so wrong
Now I know what I got
It's just this song
And it ain't easy to get back
Takes so long

I can't feel the things that cause you pain
I can't clear my heart of your love it falls like rain
Ain't the same
I hear you calling far away
Tearing through my soul I just can't take another day
Who's to blame
If we take some time to think it over baby
Take some time let me know
If you really wanna go

Don't know what you got till it's gone
Don't know what it is I did so wrong
Now I know what I got
It's just this song
And it ain't easy to get back
Takes so long

Do you wanna see me beggin' baby
Can't you give me just one more day
Can't you see my heart's been draggin' lately
I've been lookin' for the words to say

Don't know what you got till it's gone
Don't know what it is I did so wrong
Now I know what I got
It's just this song
And it ain't easy to get back
Takes so long

Don't know what you got till it's gone no
Don't know what it is I did so wrong
Now I know what I got
It's just this song




And it ain't easy to get back
Takes so long

Overall Meaning

The song "Don’t Know What You Got (Till It’s Gone)" by Cinderella is about the singer realizing that he did not appreciate his former partner while they were together. The lyrics express regret and a longing to turn back the clock and fix the mistakes that have been made. The singer is reflecting on how he "can't make you feel what you felt so long ago" and "can't give you back what's been hurt." He also acknowledges that he doesn't know what he had until it was gone.


The chorus repeats the phrase "don't know what you got till it's gone" several times, emphasizing the importance of cherishing what we have before it's too late. The singer knows he has made a mistake and wants to fix it, asking for more time and begging his partner not to leave. The song is emotional and heartfelt, with the lead singer's voice conveying the pain of realizing what he has lost.


Overall, "Don’t Know What You Got (Till It’s Gone)" is a moving ballad about the importance of appreciating what we have before it's too late. The lyrics are relatable to anyone who has experienced the regret of not fully appreciating something until it's gone.


Line by Line Meaning

I can't tell ya baby what went wrong
I am unable to explain to you, my dear, the exact mistake that caused our relationship to deteriorate.


I can't make you feel what you felt so long ago
It is not within my power to make you experience the same emotions that you once did for me.


I'll let it show
Instead of hiding my feelings, I will express them openly and genuinely.


I can't give you back what's been hurt
It is impossible for me to undo any pain or damage that may have been inflicted on you.


Heartaches come and go and all that's left are the words
Sadness and pain may fade, but the memories and emotions attached to them remain forever.


I can't let go
Unfortunately, I am not able to move on from this relationship as easily as I wish I could.


If we take some time to think it over baby
Perhaps if we both take a step back and reflect on our situation, we can come to a greater understanding and resolution.


Take some time, let me know
Please take some time to consider your feelings and desires, and communicate them with me so we can work towards a solution together.


If you really want to go
If you truly wish to end our relationship, I will accept your decision and begin the process of letting go.


Don't know what you got till it's gone
One often does not realize the value of what they have until it is taken away from them.


Don't know what it is I did so wrong
I am uncertain of what actions or mistakes I made in our relationship that caused it to deteriorate.


Now I know what I got
After reflecting on our relationship, I realize how much you mean to me.


It's just this song
This song serves as a reminder of the love and connection we once shared, and the importance of fighting for what we believe in.


And it ain't easy to get back
Rebuilding our relationship will not be an easy feat, it will require a great deal of time, patience, and effort.


Takes so long
The process of repairing our relationship will be lengthy and difficult, but it will be worth it in the end.


I can't feel the things that cause you pain
It is not within my power to experience the same pain and hurt that you feel.


I can't clear my heart of your love it falls like rain
I am unable to fully rid my heart of the love I have for you, it lingers like a pervasive rainstorm.


Ain't the same
Our relationship has changed, it is no longer what it once was.


I hear you calling far away
I can sense that you are emotionally disconnected and distant from me, even when we are physically together.


Tearing through my soul I just can't take another day
The emotional pain of our deteriorating relationship is breaking me down, it is becoming unbearable to continue living as we are.


Who's to blame
It is difficult to determine who is at fault for the breakdown of our relationship, it is likely a combination of actions and decisions made by both parties.


Do you wanna see me beggin' baby
Are you hoping to see me plead and beg for forgiveness, my dear?


Can't you give me just one more day
Will you please consider giving me another chance to prove that our love is worth fighting for?


Can't you see my heart's been draggin' lately
I hope that you can recognize the emotional and mental toll the deterioration of our relationship has had on me recently.


I've been lookin' for the words to say
I have been struggling to articulate my thoughts and feelings to you, as I want to be sure that I express myself in the most honest and meaningful way possible.


Don't know what you got till it's gone no
Once again, it seems that neither of us fully grasped the value of our relationship until it was on the brink of collapse.




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mariah is like, “You do the dancing, I’ll just sing” 😂

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She just had her miscarriage days before that performance

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Miley looks so adorable and innocent. She is just happy to be there

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Leona's tone really stands out. Very unique and angelic

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