Don't You Know

Jaymes Young's song 'Don't You Know' is a poignant exploration of longing and desire, wrapped in a hauntingly beautiful melody. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person deeply yearning for connection and intimacy. The imagery of walking in the moonlight and having only one's shadow for company underscores a profound sense of loneliness. This solitude is further emphasized by the plea for the other person to 'put your lips on my scars and teach me to love,' suggesting a need for healing and emotional intimacy.

The chorus, with its repeated question 'Don't you know that I want you so bad?' captures the intensity of the speaker's desire. This repetition not only highlights the depth of their feelings but also their desperation. The lines 'I'd do anything to touch you' and 'I'd do anything to love you' reveal a willingness to go to great lengths for the object of their affection. This desperation is palpable and speaks to a universal human experience of wanting to be close to someone who seems just out of reach.

The song also touches on themes of determination and effort, as seen in the lines 'Take a look at these mountains I'm moving for you' and 'I'm gonna light the dynamite, I'm gonna break through.' These metaphors suggest that the speaker is willing to overcome significant obstacles to be with the person they desire. The song's emotional climax is reached with the acknowledgment of going mad in the moment of falling for the other person, indicating the overwhelming nature of their feelings. Jaymes Young's soulful delivery and the evocative lyrics make 'Don't You Know' a powerful anthem of love and longing.