"John Doe" is a new English song by Tones and I, released on August 1, 2024, on the Tones and I YouTube channel. It is featured on the album "Beautifully Ordinary" and was co-written and produced by Tones and I… Read More
John Doe Lyrics
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[Verse 1]
We were just strangers (Strangers) in a public place (In a public place)
We both just saw each other 'round town, had nothin' to say
'Cause we were just hopeless people (Hopeless people), going two different places
That's why I guess I'll never know your, never know your name (Never know your, never know your)
[Pre-Chorus]
Oh, we are just strangers caught in a fire
Nothing can change us, each other's mind
Never be something, you'll never be mine
Oh no, oh-oh-oh-oh
[Chorus]
Oh, I feel like I've known you my whole life
I know nothin' about you, but that's alright
Yeah, there's somethin' about that look in your eyes
Oh, John Doe, tell me what you want
Oh, I feel like I've known you my whole life
I know nothin' about you, but that's alright
Yeah, there's somethin' about that look in your eyes
Oh, John Doe, tell me what you want, oh
[Verse 2]
You look like an angel, and I should've stayed
Oh, I can feel the butterflies cry, when you walked away (When you walked away)
But we are just broken people, going two different places
That's why I guess I never know your, never know your name (Never know your name)
[Pre-Chorus]
Oh, we are just strangers caught in a fire
Nothing can change us, each other's mind
Never be something, you'll never be mine
Oh no, oh-oh-oh-oh
[Chorus]
Oh, I feel like I've known you my whole life
I know nothin' about you, but that's alright
Yeah, there's somethin' about that look in your eyes
Oh, John Doe, tell me what you want
Oh, I feel like I've known you my whole life
I know nothin' about you, but that's alright
Yeah, there's somethin' about that look in your eyes
Oh, John Doe, tell me what you want, oh
[Bridge]
Oh, and I could write you a song
Over and over, sing it again
Till we get closer, we could be friends
If I would've known your name, known your name
Write you a song
Over and over, sing it again
Till we get closer, we could be friends
If I would've known your name, known your name
[Outro]
John Doe, ayy
I gotta know your name
I gotta know your name
John Doe, tell me what you want, oh
[Verse 1]
In the first verse, the singer reflects on a chance encounter with someone who remains a stranger. The verse emphasizes the sense of missed opportunity and the unresolved nature of their interaction. The singer acknowledges the separation and the improbability of ever truly knowing the other person, highlighting the distance between their lives.
[Pre-Chorus]
The pre-chorus underscores the realization that their connection is ephemeral and unattainable. The "fire" metaphor suggests an intense but fleeting experience, emphasizing that despite their emotional connection, they are destined to remain strangers with no future together.
[Chorus]
The chorus reveals the singer’s deep, inexplicable feeling of familiarity with the person, despite knowing nothing about them. The repetition of “John Doe” serves as a symbolic placeholder for someone who is emotionally significant but whose identity remains unknown. The chorus captures the paradox of feeling a strong connection without concrete details about the person.
[Verse 2]
The second verse continues the theme of unfulfilled longing. The singer describes the person as angelic and expresses regret for not having stayed or gotten to know them better. The verse reflects on the pain of seeing the person leave and the recognition that their lives are on separate paths.
[Pre-Chorus]
The pre-chorus is repeated, reinforcing the idea that their encounter was intense but ultimately destined to end without further development.
[Chorus]
The chorus is repeated, emphasizing the emotional weight of the connection and the singer’s continued desire to understand and connect with the person despite the lack of a real relationship.
[Bridge]
In the bridge, the singer imagines writing a song for the person as a way to bridge the gap between them and potentially forge a deeper connection. This reflects a desire for closeness and friendship that was not realized due to their anonymous nature.
[Outro]
The outro reiterates the singer's longing to know the person’s name and desires, reinforcing the central theme of the song. The repetition of "John Doe" emphasizes the persistent mystery and the emotional impact of their brief encounter.
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About Song
"John Doe" is a new English song by Tones and I, released on August 1, 2024, on the Tones and I YouTube channel. It is featured on the album "Beautifully Ordinary" and was co-written and produced by Tones and I and Rick Nowels.
The song explores the theme of fleeting connections and unfulfilled desires. Despite the lack of a deep relationship or personal knowledge between the singer and the subject, the singer feels a profound, almost inexplicable connection. The lyrics convey a sense of longing and curiosity about someone whose name and story remain unknown, highlighting the emotional impact of a brief, yet significant encounter.
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