Signs Lyrics – Tate McRae

“Signs” is a new english song by Tate McRae, released on TateMcRae’s official YouTube channel on February 21, 2025. Written by Tate McRae, LOSTBOY, and Amy Allen, and produced by LOSTBOY, the track captures the complexities of communication in relationships, blending emotional frustration with a sleek, contemporary pop sound. With its sharp lyricism and moody, rhythmic production, “Signs” offers a dynamic listening experience, reflecting the push-and-pull of love, misinterpretation, and the silent expectations that come with deep emotional connections.

At its core, “Signs” delves into the unspoken language of relationships, where words rarely mean what they appear to. McRae expresses the frustration of wanting a partner to instinctively understand her feelings without needing to spell them out. The song navigates themes of emotional miscommunication, inner turmoil, and the contradictions of love—where actions often contradict words. With a mix of playful sarcasm and raw vulnerability, “Signs” highlights the challenge of decoding hidden emotions, making it a relatable anthem for anyone who has ever wished their partner could simply “read their mind.”

Signs Details

Song	Signs
Album	So Close To What
Artists	Tate McRae
Written By	Tate McRae, LOSTBOY & Amy Allen
Produced By	LOSTBOY
Label	TateMcRae
Language	English
Released Date	Feb 21, 2025

Signs Lyrics

[Verse 1]
Okay, boy
That’s some kinda crazy
Thinkin’ we’re all good
It’s the opposite lately
I know you’re intelligent
Just no rocket scientist
So take all my silences
And do your damn best to figure it out

[Pre-Chorus]
That one look means “I wanna go”
“I’m not mad” means “You’re in trouble”
If you know me, boy, you should know, you should
Say, “I need space,” don’t look at the door
“I hate you” means “I need you more”
If I say, “Go have fun, babe,” that’s just short

[Chorus]
For “You should know me better,” see the signs
Shouldn’t have to tell you or whatever, read my mind, oh
If I need your sex, like, quick
Said somethin’ and now I’m pissed
It’s like that or it’s like this
You should know, you should know

[Verse 2]
For God’s sake
Don’t believe a word that I say
I wanna touch on you all day
Instead I’m pushin’ you away
So classic
Assumin’ you telepathic
Okay, it might make me batshit
Just doin’ it out of habit, oh no

[Pre-Chorus]
Say “I need space,” don’t look at the door
“I hate you” means “I need you more”
If I say, “Go have fun, babe,” that’s just short

[Chorus]
For “You should know me better,” see the signs
Shouldn’t have to tell you or whatever, read my mind, oh
If I need your sex like quick
Said somethin’ and now I’m pissed
It’s like that or it’s like this
You should know, you should know (You should’ve known)
Know me better, see the signs
Shouldn’t have to tell you or whatever, read my mind, oh
If I need your sex like quick
Said somethin’ and now I’m pissed
It’s like that or it’s like this
You should know, you should know

[Bridge]
Know me better
Know me better (See the signs)
Know me better

[Chorus]
If you love me, you should know me better, see the signs
Shouldn’t have to tell you or whatever, read my mind
If I need your sex like quick
Said somethin’ and now I’m pissed
It’s like that or it’s like this
You should know, you should know

[Outro]
See the signs
Read my mind
Now I’m pissed

Signs Meaning

[Section: Verse 1]
McRae sets the stage by confronting her partner’s inability to pick up on emotional cues. The contrast between “thinking we’re all good” and “it’s the opposite lately” underscores her frustration, hinting at unresolved tensions. By acknowledging her partner’s intelligence but dismissing them as “no rocket scientist,” she playfully critiques their lack of emotional intuition. The closing line, “do your damn best to figure it out,” signals her reluctance to explicitly voice her feelings, reinforcing the song’s theme of silent expectations.

[Section: Pre-Chorus]
Here, McRae breaks down the hidden meanings behind common phrases in relationships. The phrase “I’m not mad” is revealed to mean “You’re in trouble,” and “I hate you” actually means “I need you more.” These contradictions emphasize how words can often be misleading, especially in emotionally charged situations. The repetition of “you should know” serves as both a plea and a demand, highlighting her desire for a deeper, intuitive understanding from her partner.

[Section: Chorus]
The chorus amplifies McRae’s frustration, asserting that her partner should be able to “see the signs” without her needing to spell them out. She expresses disappointment that she has to explicitly communicate her emotions, suggesting that true understanding should come naturally in a close relationship. The erratic shift between desire (“If I need your sex, like, quick”) and anger (“Said somethin’ and now I’m pissed”) reflects the unpredictability of emotions, reinforcing the idea that her feelings operate on an unspoken, instinctive level.

[Section: Verse 2]
McRae deepens the song’s theme of emotional contradiction, acknowledging that her words don’t always align with her true desires. She admits that, despite pushing her partner away, she actually wants them close. The line “assuming you’re telepathic” sarcastically calls out her unrealistic expectation for her partner to just know what she needs without her saying it. The verse highlights the paradox of wanting emotional clarity while simultaneously making it difficult to attain.

[Section: Pre-Chorus]
This iteration of the pre-chorus reinforces the same contradictions as before, emphasizing the recurring nature of these miscommunications. By repeating these hidden meanings, McRae underscores how often they appear in her relationship, further fueling her frustration.

[Section: Chorus]
The chorus returns with an intensified sense of exasperation. The phrase “You should’ve known” adds a layer of disappointment, suggesting that her partner’s inability to read her emotions has been an ongoing issue. The blend of longing and irritation in this section encapsulates the song’s emotional volatility.

[Section: Bridge]
The bridge strips down the message to its core—McRae simply wants her partner to “know her better.” The repetition of this phrase reinforces her desire for a deeper, more instinctive connection, where words are no longer necessary to convey feelings.

[Section: Chorus]
This final chorus takes on a more definitive tone, explicitly tying emotional understanding to love. By stating, “If you love me, you should know me better,” McRae makes it clear that true affection is demonstrated through attentiveness and intuition. The frustration is still present, but there is also an underlying vulnerability, as she ultimately just wants to be understood.

[Section: Outro]
The outro echoes the song’s core message in a stripped-down, almost resigned manner. The phrases “See the signs, read my mind, now I’m pissed” serve as a final, exasperated plea, leaving listeners with a lingering sense of unresolved tension—just like the communication struggles the song so vividly portrays.

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