Why can’t I take it all OK?
I like to dig and fuck around with your day
I’m gonna tell your mamma
Yeh I’m gonna blackball your name
Ain’t no way you’ll go without me
Every chance I’ll make you pay
On your face, in my space, I tell you I know
Somethin’ ’bout you, I know somethin’ ’bout you
In my space, on your face, I tell you I know somethin’
‘Bout you, I know somethin’
Why can’t I put your words away
I’d like to have more of you in my veins
I’m gonna tell your papa
Yeh I’m gonna try and ball your babe
Your gold key don’t fit my crapper
Ain’t got no shit today
On your face, in my space, I tell you I know
Somethin’ ’bout you, I know somethin’ ’bout you
In my space, on your face, I tell you I know somethin'[2x]
‘Bout you, I know somethin’
I’m gonna tell your mama
Yeh I’m gonna blackball your name
Ain’t no way you’ll go without me
Every chance I’ll make you pay
On your face, in my space, I tell you I know
Somethin’ ’bout you, I know somethin’ ’bout you
In my space, on your face, I tell you I know somethin’ [2x]
‘Bout you, I know somethin’
Unpacking the Raw Energy of “I Know Somethin’ (‘Bout You)”
Alice In Chains’ “I Know Somethin’ (‘Bout You)” dives deep into themes of confrontation, manipulation, and personal vendetta. The lyrics paint a picture of an individual wielding secrets as weapons, eager to expose and destabilize someone else. Phrases like “I’m gonna tell your mama” and “Every chance I’ll make you pay” amplify the sense of relentless pursuit and emotional retaliation. The song’s aggressive tone, laced with sarcasm and dark humor, reflects the band’s signature grunge attitude, where personal grievances are aired with blunt force. This track channels frustration and the desire for control, making it a standout example of Alice In Chains’ ability to convey complex feelings through raw, unapologetic songwriting.
Song Credits
- Artist: Alice In Chains
- Songwriters: Jerry Cantrell, Layne Staley
- Release Year: 1990
- Label: Columbia Records