Please Concrete
Wye Oak Lyrics


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I can please concrete by walking
But you’re not hearing
What I’m saying, when I’m talking
I always think I’m right
I’m all right

I can teach the street by guessing
When the hosts are not exactly where I’m stepping
Go in and knowing where, not over there

And I can touch TV by looking
But you're spading at three colors system failing
We see red, yellow, blue not maroon
We see red, yellow, blue

I can please concrete by walking
But you’re not hearing
What I’m saying, when I’m talking
I always think I’m right




I’m all right
I only said goodnight

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Please Concrete" by Wye Oak carry a sense of frustration and unfulfillment in communication. The line "I can please concrete by walking" suggests a sense of accomplishment in simple actions, but also the limits of what actions can convey. The following line "But you're not hearing what I'm saying when I'm talking" highlights a disconnect in understanding between the singer and the listener. The repetition of "I always think I'm right" further underscores the stubbornness of the singer's belief in their own understanding, despite their inability to communicate it effectively.


The next verse introduces the idea of guessing and intuition, with the line "I can teach the street by guessing, when the hosts are not exactly where I'm stepping". This may suggest a sense of figuring out one's surroundings through intuition and non-verbal cues. However, the following line "Go in and knowing where, not over there" suggests a sense of control and direction, as if to say that the singer knows where they are going without need for external guidance.


Finally, the last verse introduces the idea of touch through sight, with the line "And I can touch TV by looking". This suggests a sense of engagement with media and technology through visual means. However, the following line "But you're spading at three colors system failing, we see red, yellow, blue not maroon" suggests a sense of frustration and confusion with the way things are represented through technology.


Overall, the lyrics of "Please Concrete" convey a sense of frustration and disconnect in communication and understanding, despite the singer's apparent ability to navigate their surroundings and engage with technology.


Line by Line Meaning

I can please concrete by walking
I can make the pavement feel sturdy and secure by confidently walking on it.


But you’re not hearing
However, you are not fully understanding or acknowledging my actions.


What I’m saying, when I’m talking
You are not comprehending the message I am conveying when I speak.


I always think I’m right
I tend to believe my own opinions and perspective are correct and valid.


I’m all right
I am content and satisfied with myself and my beliefs.


I can teach the street by guessing
I can navigate and adapt to unfamiliar surroundings by using intuition and estimation.


When the hosts are not exactly where I’m stepping
Especially when physical objects or landmarks may be misplaced or relocated from their usual positions.


Go in and knowing where, not over there
It is important to have a clear understanding and awareness of one's surroundings, rather than relying on assumptions or outside influences.


And I can touch TV by looking
I can interact with and understand the world through visual media like television.


But you're spading at three colors system failing
However, you are criticizing or rejecting the TV's use of a three primary color system (red, yellow, and blue) instead of more nuanced shades like maroon.


We see red, yellow, blue not maroon
The TV and most media uses a simpler color palette, making things appear less complex and real than they may be in reality.


I only said goodnight
Despite any misunderstandings or disagreements, I am choosing to end the conversation or interaction on a peaceful and positive note.




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JENNIFER LYNN WASNER

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debunkingdebunkers

I love this women's voice

Stevie Riks

FYI: This is not a recording of Wye Oak singing, as they never recorded this song. This is an impersonation by the person who posted the video.

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Wye Oak has a such a lush, engaging sound. Great stuff.

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Michael Ginzburg

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Nick Jernigan

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