" You Know More Than I Know" is a song by John Cale, an English musician and songwriter. The song was released in 1974 as part of his album "Fear". The lyrics of the song convey a sense of frustration and helplessness in understanding the world and its complexities. The phrase "You know more than I know" is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the narrator's acknowledgement that someone else possesses a deeper understanding of the situation or issues at hand. The song begins by comparing the narrator and others to "angry whores," suggesting a sense of dissatisfaction with the choices and steps taken before. The line "You don't need them anymore, you know more than I know" implies that the narrator feels out of touch or inadequate compared to the person they are addressing. As the song progresses, it touches upon reading the morning news and the seemingly endless problems and challenges that lie ahead. The line "You know more than I know, there's no more to be said" suggest a resignation or acceptance that the other person possesses more knowledge or insight. The lyrics also indirectly criticize those who choose to ignore or dismiss the truth. The lines "The blind may see, but stay behind relief, of all liability and greed" suggest a frustration with people who refuse to acknowledge or act upon the truth, instead opting for a life of ignorance and self-interest. The phrase "No one listens to it, they don't believe it" reflects the narrator's realization that their viewpoint or insights are not valued or taken seriously by others. It further highlights the disconnect and frustration they feel in trying to understand and make sense of the world. The line "What crap, old chap, fills up the gap, we set like traps, like traps for us, the rats" can be interpreted as a criticism of the lies and deception that pervade society, trapping individuals in a cycle of false information. The phrase "bury me deep down among the weeds" symbolizes a desire to escape or distance oneself from these societal pressures and influences. In summary, "You Know More Than I Know" is a song that expresses frustration, resignation, and a sense of inadequacy in understanding the complexities of the world. It reflects the narrator's realization that someone else possesses a greater knowledge or insight, while also criticizing the ignorance and dismissal of truth by others.
