I Don't Wanna Know If You Are Lonely
Green Day · Other Songs - Green Day
[Originally by Husker Du]
I'm curious to know exactly how you are
i keep my distance but that distance is too far
it reassures me just to know that you're okay
but i don't want you to go on needing me this way
and I, don't wanna know if you are lonely
don't wanna know if you are less than lonely
don't wanna know if you are lonely
don't wanna know, don't want to know
the day you left me left me feeling oh so bad
still i'm not sure about all the doubts we had
from the beginning we both knew it wouldn't last
decisions have been made, the die has been cast
And I,don't wanna know if you are lonely
don't wanna know if you are less than lonely
don't wanna know if you are lonely
don't wanna know, don't want to know
DON'T WANNA KNOW
the phone is ringing and the clock says 4 am
if it's your friends, well i don't wanna hear from them
please leave your number and a message at the tone
or you can just go on and leave me here alone
And I, don't wanna know if you are lonely
don't wanna know if you are less than lonely
don't wanna know if you are lonely
don't wanna know, don't want to know
I'm curious to know exactly how you are
i keep my distance but that distance is too far
it reassures me just to know that you're okay
but i don't want you to go on needing me this way
and I, don't wanna know if you are lonely
don't wanna know if you are less than lonely
don't wanna know if you are lonely
don't wanna know, don't want to know
the day you left me left me feeling oh so bad
still i'm not sure about all the doubts we had
from the beginning we both knew it wouldn't last
decisions have been made, the die has been cast
And I,don't wanna know if you are lonely
don't wanna know if you are less than lonely
don't wanna know if you are lonely
don't wanna know, don't want to know
DON'T WANNA KNOW
the phone is ringing and the clock says 4 am
if it's your friends, well i don't wanna hear from them
please leave your number and a message at the tone
or you can just go on and leave me here alone
And I, don't wanna know if you are lonely
don't wanna know if you are less than lonely
don't wanna know if you are lonely
don't wanna know, don't want to know
I Don't Wanna Know If You Are Lonely
Released on Green Day's 2009 album 21st Century Breakdown, this track exemplifies the band's shift toward a more mature, introspective sound. Featuring the iconic vocal delivery of Billie Joe Armstrong, the song explores themes of emotional vulnerability and the complexities of modern relationships. The recording captures the raw energy of the post-punk revival era while maintaining the punk rock roots that defined the group's earlier work. It stands as a significant song in Green Day's discography, reflecting the band's continued evolution as they addressed personal and societal issues through their music.