Now I Know You Know
Blondie · Other Songs - Blondie
I tried to love you so
And now I have to go
You sound so inspiring when you pledged your support
But I've learned how to read right between the lines
And see into your thoughts the game that you're playing
You know, you almost had a win but I had a hunch of my own
You see and followed it to the end now
I don't have hard feelings against you
You only did what you had to do
But the time has come to let you know
I know about the loving show
Now I know you know
How I tried to love you so
And now I have to go
I've said that my music will play second love to none
But you haven't learned to love yourself you had to be the only one
The way that I feel, I really want you to succeed
So I don't understand why you simply can't recognize my needs
Well, I don't have hard feelings against you
I guess you only did what you had to do
But the time has come to let you know
I know about the loving show
Now I know you know
How I tried to love you so
And now I have to go
Now I know you know
How I tried to love you so
And now I have to go
I got a right to live and be in love
With music so fancy free
Now I Know You Know
Released in 1980 on Blondie's *Parallel Lines*, "Now I Know You Know" stands as a defining track of the new wave movement. Written by Debbie Harry and Chris Stein, the song blends synthesizer-driven pop with a driving bassline that became a signature of the band's sound during this era. As one of Blondie's most recognizable hits, it showcases the group's ability to fuse punk energy with disco influences, solidifying their status as pioneers of the genre. The track remains a staple of their discography, often cited alongside other classics like "Heart of Glass" for its infectious rhythm and memorable vocal delivery. Its enduring popularity reflects the song's role in shaping the musical landscape of the early 1980s.