Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wet_Wet_Wet
Studio albums
Popped In Souled Out (1987)
The Memphis Sessions (1988)
Holding Back the River (1989)
High on the Happy Side (1992)
Cloak & Dagger (1992)
Picture This (1995)
10 (1997)
Timeless (2007)
The Journey (2021)
Words Of Wisdom
Wet Wet Wet Lyrics
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So can you make it
Are you something special
Some stupid a things say they thrill a lot of my life
Like the feeling that I want to get to know you better
Say If you're in my heart
Say I could and I would
No I can't go on
Thinking this love isn't strong
This love isn't strong
Till I seek those words of wisdom
Until I seek those words of wisdom
Till I seek those
Until I seek those words
Until I seek those words of
You gotta learn
You may wear your heart upon your sleeve
But vicious lies they only tease tease
Every eye open is not seeing
Every eyes closed
Say If you're in my heart
Say I could and I would
And you might and you shouldn't
No I can't go on, thinking this love isn't strong
This love isn't strong
Till I seek those words of wisdom
Until I seek those words of wisdom
Till I seek those words
Until I seek those words
Until I seek those words of
She said you gotta learn, gotta learn baby
You got to learn
C'mon baby
'Cause I seek those words of wisdom (I seek those words of wisdom)
Until I seek those words of wisdom
Till I seek those words
Until I seek those words
Until I seek those words of wisdom
She said, I shall sing a sad sad song
I shall sing a sad sad song
Had many lovers in my day
Just like the wind they've all blown away
Say I've had many lovers in my day
Just like the wind they've all blown away
Say if your girl
Say if your girl
(I seek those words)
(I seek those words of wisdom)
Until I seek those words of wisdom
Until I seek those words of wisdom
The lyrics to Wet Wet Wet's song "Words of Wisdom" appear to focus on the singer's search for guidance and insight as they navigate matters of love and relationship. The repeated refrain of "till I seek those words of wisdom" suggests a sense of uncertainty or confusion, with the singer seeking clarity or direction from a trusted source. The first verse mentions "some stupid things" that "thrill a lot of my life," perhaps referencing the impulses or emotions that can cloud one's judgment. The second verse touches on the idea of wearing one's heart on their sleeve, cautioning against lies and false impressions.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of longing and searching for answers, as well as a recognition of the complexities and challenges of love. The final verse, sung by another voice, adds a melancholy note to the proceedings with its reference to a sad song and fleeting lovers. Overall, the lyrics paint a picture of someone grappling with their feelings and seeking guidance to navigate the uncertain waters of love.
Line by Line Meaning
Um, can you make it
Asking someone if they have the power to make something happen.
So can you make it
Asking the same person if they are capable of making the same thing happen.
Are you something special
Asking if the person has a special power or ability to make things happen.
Some stupid a things say they thrill a lot of my life
Referring to people who make stupid claims about their ability to add excitement to life.
Like the feeling that I want to get to know you better
Talking about the desire to get to know someone on a deeper level.
Say If you're in my heart
Asking someone if they have a place in your heart.
Say I could and I would
Asserting that if you had the power, you would do what you're being asked to do.
And you might and you shouldn't
Acknowledging that someone might try to do something they shouldn't do.
No I can't go on
Admitting that you can't continue the way things have been going.
Thinking this love isn't strong
Admitting that you're doubting the strength of your love.
This love isn't strong
Asserting that the love isn't as strong as you thought it was.
Till I seek those words of wisdom
Suggesting that you need advice or guidance to move forward.
Until I seek those words of wisdom
Reiterating the need for advice or guidance.
You gotta learn
Suggesting that in order to move on or make progress, you need to learn something.
You may wear your heart upon your sleeve
Suggesting that you're open with your feelings.
But vicious lies they only tease tease
Warning that lies can be hurtful and should be avoided.
Every eye open is not seeing
Suggesting that just because someone is looking doesn't mean they're really seeing or understanding.
Every eyes closed
Suggesting that sometimes, people don't want to see what's right in front of them.
She said you gotta learn, gotta learn baby
Referring to someone who advises that you need to learn something in order to move on.
C'mon baby
Encouraging someone to take action or do something specific.
'Cause I seek those words of wisdom (I seek those words of wisdom)
Reiterating the need for advice or guidance.
She said, I shall sing a sad sad song
Referring to someone who is feeling sad and might express it through song.
Had many lovers in my day
Acknowledging that the person has had many partners before.
Just like the wind they've all blown away
Suggesting that the person's previous partners have all left or moved on.
Say if your girl
Asking if someone has a girl or girlfriend.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Graeme Clark, Marti Pellow, Neil Mitchell, Tommy Cunningham
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Cee-T-V
one of the best tracks on their album in my opinion
Sandra Grove
This is a great song! They deserve a lot of credit.
GypsyGirlWets
Aye,absolutely it's one of their best songs - and so, the song Sonny's Letters (I don't believe) - unfortunately it wasn't never released too, that's a pity, I know... I think, their management wasn't too good this way ;)
Huus67209 Huus67209
Yes I agree it is one of their best songs but have you ever heard the other version of this song? It was released on the B side of "wishing I was lucky" here in The U.S. I'd pay alot of money for that 45 record. I used to have that 45 single back in the 80"s.
paul frehley
why was the vinyl release missing this song......SAD!
regeb osman
Need help . Anybody got the version that was prodcasted on BBC `s Top of the pops in March 1987 I`m sure it`s different than this one . Quincy Jones i think had something in that version.
Iskandar Soekardi
Pales in comparison musically and lyrically to the original version as the B Side of Wishing I was Lucky