The song "Dying To Know You" by Grabbitz & Bad Lovers Club explores the longing to understand and connect with someone who seems distant and closed off. The lyrics convey the narrator's desire to penetrate the barriers and understand what is on the other person's mind. The song begins with the narrator expressing their willingness to listen and be there for the other person, even if they have nothing practical to offer. They swear their commitment and emphasize that they only want affection in return. As the song progresses, the narrator realizes that the other person is intentionally keeping their thoughts and feelings hidden. The verse "Way down, deeper than you can say now, the words not finding their way out. Why you keep ripping the page out?" suggests frustration and confusion over the other person's reluctance to open up. The narrator is eager to know the other person's name and understand why they keep their emotions tucked away. The chorus repeats the idea that there is something the other person can prove, urging them to do something instead of doing nothing. The narrator expresses their desire to be close to the person, but there is a sense of longing and frustration because they can't fully connect. The line "And I can't stop thinking that it's bugging me loving you" emphasizes the internal struggle the narrator faces in their feelings for this distant person. Overall, "Dying To Know You" explores the yearning to uncover someone's true thoughts and emotions. The narrator longs for a deeper connection and understanding, but they face obstacles in the form of the other person's guardedness.
