Why Don't We (commonly abbreviated as WDW) is an American pop quintet that … Read Full Bio ↴Why Don't We (commonly abbreviated as WDW) is an American pop quintet that was assembled on September 27, 2016, consisting of Jonah Marais, Corbyn Besson, Daniel Seavey, Jack Avery, and Zachary "Zach" Herron, each of whom had previously recorded as solo artists. Their fandom name is called "Limelights", due to a lyric from their debut single.

The band was originally formed on September 27, 2016, and announced it the next day via their YouTube account. Since then, the band has released three EPs and two albums.

On October 7, 2016, the group released their debut single "Taking You", a track from their debut EP, Only the Beginning, which was released on November 25 of the same year. Their second EP, Something Different, was released on April 21, 2017. Its title track was released as the lead single the same day. They released their third EP, Why Don't We Just, on June 2, 2017.

They released their debut album 8 Letters on August 31, 2018. It debuted and peaked at number 9 on the Billboard 200.

In 2021, they released singles Love Back and Mistletoe. They also released their sophomore album, The Good Times and The Bad Ones, along with the singles Fallin' (Adrenaline), Slow Down, and Lotus Inn. The album debuted and peaked at number 3 on the Billboard 200.

The band has currently been releasing music they've written themselves, something they have recently committed to doing. They have recently released Let Me Down Easy (Lie), Just Friends, and How Do You Love Somebody. In January 2022, they released Don't Wake Me Up, a collaboration with Jonas Blue.

They had originally planned to go on tour in the United States, The Good Times Only Tour, in 2022 from July 27 to October 1, but because of unforeseen consequences, the band canceled the tour and began an official hiatus.

In Too Deep
Why Don't We Lyrics

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Used to be scared of the ocean
'Cause I didn't know how to swim
I took one sip of your potion
Now I'm just divin' right in

I heard your siren's call, it was beautiful
I am drowning, but please don't save me

I'm in too deep
Can't touch the bottom with my feet
Don't know what you did to me, I can't breathe but I'm living
I'm in too deep
Can't touch the bottom with my feet
Don't know what you did to me, I can't breathe but I'm living

I'm in too deep
Ah ooh-ah-ooh-ooh
Ah ooh-ah-ooh-ooh
I'm in too deep
Ah ooh-ah-ooh-ooh

Treasure chest full of your diamonds
I don't mind staying down here
Thought by now I would be dyin'
But your love gives me all my air

I heard your siren's call, it was beautiful
I am drowning, but please don't save me

I'm in too deep
Can't touch the bottom with my feet
Don't know what you did to me, I can't breathe but I'm living
I'm in too deep
Can't touch the bottom with my feet
Don't know what you did to me, I can't breathe but I'm living

I'm in too deep
Ah ooh-ah-ooh-ooh
Ah ooh-ah-ooh-ooh
I'm in too deep
Ah ooh-ah-ooh-ooh
Ah ooh-ah-ooh-ooh
Ah ooh-ah-ooh-ooh
I'm in too deep

I heard your sirens call, it was beautiful

I'm in too deep
Can't touch the bottom with my feet
Don't know what you did to me, I can't breathe but I'm living

I'm in too deep
I never thought that you could be
A underwater symphony, I can't breathe but I'm living
I'm in too deep
Can't touch the bottom with my feet
Don't know what you did to me, I can't breathe but I'm living

I'm in too deep
Ah ooh-ah-ooh-ooh
Ah ooh-ah-ooh-ooh
I'm in too deep
Ah ooh-ah-ooh-ooh
Ah ooh-ah-ooh-ooh

Ah ooh-ah-ooh-ooh
I'm in too deep

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Why Don't We's song "In Too Deep" describe the feeling of being completely submerged in a relationship, unable to escape its grasp despite the risks. The opening lines of the song reveal the singer's vulnerability, as they admit to once being afraid of the ocean but now willingly diving in after being taken in by their lover's "potion." The singer then alludes to the mythological concept of sirens, who were known for luring sailors to their deaths with their enchanting singing. They describe being unable to pull away from the allure of their lover's call and feeling as though they are drowning in their presence. Despite this, the singer expresses contentment with staying submerged in their relationship, even if it means not being able to touch the bottom and potentially risking their own safety. The repeated chorus emphasizes the singer's commitment to their lover, even though they cannot fully comprehend the hold their love has over them.

Overall, the lyrics of "In Too Deep" convey the intoxicating and sometimes overwhelming experience of falling deeply in love. The song expresses the feeling of being drawn into a relationship that you cannot escape from, despite the risks, and the sense of contentment that comes with fully immersing yourself in that love.

Line by Line Meaning

Used to be scared of the ocean
There was a time when I was afraid of unknown experiences

'Cause I didn't know how to swim
I didn't have the skills or confidence to face new challenges

I took one sip of your potion
You introduced me to pleasures I'd never known before

Now I'm just divin' right in
Now I'm fully engaged and embracing every moment

I heard your siren's call, it was beautiful
You lured me in with your irresistible charm and allure

I am drowning, God, please don't save me
I am consumed by this experience and wouldn't want to be rescued from it

I'm in too deep
I've gone further than I ever intended to and I can't turn back

Can't touch the bottom with my feet
I'm out of my depth and don't have control over the situation

Don't know what you did to me, I can't breathe but I'm living
I'm suffocating because of this overwhelming experience, but I'm still alive and present in it

Ah ooh-ah-ooh-ooh
Vocalizations that add emphasis and emotion to the song

Treasure chest full of your diamonds
I'm surrounded by riches and beauty because of this experience

I don't mind staying down here
I'm willing to stay in this situation, even if it's uncomfortable or risky

Thought by now I would be dyin'
I didn't expect to thrive in a situation like this

But your love gives me all my air
Your support and affection keep me going through this challenge

I never thought you could be
I never expected to experience this kind of joy and fulfillment

A underwater symphony
This experience is beautiful and harmonious, like music

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Candice Pillay, Ingrid Andress, Jonas Jeberg, Kayla Bonnici, Sean Meier, Troy Johnson

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