In regards to the meaning of this song:
Before a live performance on the EP Five Stories Falling, Geoff states “It’s about the last time I went to visit my grandmother in Columbus, and I saw that she was dying and it was the last time I was going to see her. It is about realizing how young you are, but how quickly you can go.”
That’s the thing about Geoff and his sublime poetry, you think it’s about one thing, but really it’s about something entirely different. But the lyrics are still universal and omnipresent, ubiquitous, even. So relatable. That’s one thing I love about this band. I also love their live performances, raw energy and Geoff’s beautiful, imperfectly perfect vocals. His voice soothes my aching soul.
You're no less than perfect
But you're much more than real
You're untouchable
How does it make you feel
And I'm waiting in line to be near you
And I can't believe my eyes
The kisses are all blown to you every time
[Chorus]
But I'd rather leave you
Than see through the fantasy
And I'd rather stay shy and get high
On what could be
I don't wanna know what you do, where you go
I don't wanna know, who you really are
A glistening smile
A twinkle in your eye
Well I can smile like that
Just give me a try
And I've traveled around just to hear you
And your songs don't leave my mind
So tell me what should I do
To get you to say hi
[Chorus]
And I've traveled around just to hear you
And your songs don't leave my mind
So tell me what should I do
[Chorus]
But you're much more than real
You're untouchable
How does it make you feel
And I'm waiting in line to be near you
And I can't believe my eyes
The kisses are all blown to you every time
[Chorus]
But I'd rather leave you
Than see through the fantasy
And I'd rather stay shy and get high
On what could be
I don't wanna know what you do, where you go
I don't wanna know, who you really are
A glistening smile
A twinkle in your eye
Well I can smile like that
Just give me a try
And I've traveled around just to hear you
And your songs don't leave my mind
So tell me what should I do
To get you to say hi
[Chorus]
And I've traveled around just to hear you
And your songs don't leave my mind
So tell me what should I do
[Chorus]
Lyrics submitted by chasinglights35
Don't Wanna Know Lyrics as written by Peter Zizzo Aaron J. Albano
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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