What Do You Mean? (Justin Bieber)

“What Do You Mean?” explores the confusion and emotional turmoil experienced in a relationship where communication breaks down, leading to misunderstandings and heartbreak.

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The song’s lyrics delve into the frustration of not understanding a partner’s intentions, with lines like “When you nod your head yes, but you wanna say no” and “What do you mean? When you don’t want me to move, but you tell me to go”.

These phrases highlight the contradictory signals and mixed messages that can occur in relationships, causing confusion and emotional distress.

The chorus, “Oh, what do you mean? / When you smile, holdin’ back the tears,” underscores the pain of trying to decipher true feelings amidst apparent happiness.

Justin Bieber’s known style of blending personal experiences with universal themes of love and heartache resonates here, making this song a relatable exploration of the complexities of human communication and relationships.