Don't Ask
Rick Astley · Keep It Turned On [2002]
I may not always show it
But deep down don't you know that I care?
There are no words to tell you
But if there were I'd tell you, I swear
I'm not the kind of guy
Who shows how he feels inside
Don't ask me to say it
You know that I love you
Don't ask me to prove it
There's no one above you
I watch you when you're dressing
I love the way you play with your hair
The simple things I notice
I'd know if they were no longer there
I just can't explain
Why I'm speechless once again
No, don't ask me to say it
You know that I love you
Don't ask me to prove it
There's no one above you
Yeah, remember the good times we had a ball
We shared them together
Forget all the bad times, we beat them all
We beat them together
Don't ask me to say it
You know that I love you
Don't ask me to prove it
There's no one above you
Yeah, don't ask me to say it
You know that I love you
Don't ask me to prove it
There's no one above you
Yeah, don't ask me to say it
You know that I love you, baby
Don't ask me to prove it, oh
There's no one above you
Yeah, don't ask me to say it
No one, there's no one above you, baby, no
Don't ask me to say it
But deep down don't you know that I care?
There are no words to tell you
But if there were I'd tell you, I swear
I'm not the kind of guy
Who shows how he feels inside
Don't ask me to say it
You know that I love you
Don't ask me to prove it
There's no one above you
I watch you when you're dressing
I love the way you play with your hair
The simple things I notice
I'd know if they were no longer there
I just can't explain
Why I'm speechless once again
No, don't ask me to say it
You know that I love you
Don't ask me to prove it
There's no one above you
Yeah, remember the good times we had a ball
We shared them together
Forget all the bad times, we beat them all
We beat them together
Don't ask me to say it
You know that I love you
Don't ask me to prove it
There's no one above you
Yeah, don't ask me to say it
You know that I love you
Don't ask me to prove it
There's no one above you
Yeah, don't ask me to say it
You know that I love you, baby
Don't ask me to prove it, oh
There's no one above you
Yeah, don't ask me to say it
No one, there's no one above you, baby, no
Don't ask me to say it
Don't Ask
Released in 2002 on the album Keep It Turned On, "Don't Ask" represents Rick Astley's return to the pop mainstream following his iconic 1980s hits. The track exemplifies the polished production and melodic sensibilities that defined his career, blending upbeat rhythms with a catchy hook characteristic of the era. While often associated with his earlier work, this recording demonstrates Astley's continued relevance and ability to craft accessible pop music. The song stands as a testament to his enduring status as a chart-topping artist who successfully bridged the gap between his nostalgic past and contemporary sound.