Carrie Underwood - Undo It Lyrics
Lyrics
I should've known by the way you passed me by
There was something in your eyes and it wasn't right
I should've walked, but I never had the chance
Everything got out of hand, and I let it slide
Now I only have myself to blame
For falling for your stupid games
I wish my life could be the way
It was before I saw your face
You stole my happy, you made me cry
Took the lonely, and took me for a ride
And I wanna uh-uh-uh-uh-uh-undo it
You had my heart, now I want it back
I'm starting to see everything you lack
Boy, you blew it, you put me through it
I wanna uh-uh-uh-uh-uh-undo it
Na, na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na, na
Now your photos don't have a picture frame
And I never say your name, and I never will
And all your things, well, I threw 'em in the trash
And I'm not even sad
Now you only have yourself to blame
For playing all those stupid games
You're always going to be the same
Oh, no, you'll never change
You stole my happy, you made me cry
Took the lonely, and took me for a ride
And I wanna uh-uh-uh-uh-uh-undo it
You had my heart, now I want it back
I'm starting to see everything you lack
Boy, you blew it, you put me through it
I wanna uh-uh-uh-uh-uh-undo it
Na, na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na, na
You want my future, you can't have it
I'm still trying to erase you from my past
I need you gone so fast
You stole my happy, you made me cry
Took the lonely, and took me for a ride
And I wanna uh-uh-uh-uh-uh-undo it
You had my heart, now I want it back
I'm starting to see everything you lack
Boy, you blew it, you put me through it
I wanna uh-uh-uh-uh-uh-undo it
You stole my happy, you made me cry
Took the lonely, and took me for a ride
Boy, you blew it, you put me through it
I wanna uh-uh-uh-uh-uh-undo it
Video
Carrie Underwood - Undo It (Official Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
Carrie Underwood's "Undo It," released in May 2010, offers a powerful and relatable message rooted in the human struggle with regret and the desire for divine intervention. While not explicitly a Gospel song, its core theme resonates deeply with biblical principles of forgiveness, redemption, and the humbling acknowledgment of our need for grace. The song paints a vivid picture of personal accountability, where the narrator grapples with past mistakes, essentially wishing for a way to erase the consequences of their actions. This yearning for a "do-over" is something we all can understand, a natural human response when faced with the weight of our choices.
The narrative within "Undo It" speaks to the universal experience of wishing we could rewind time, to mend broken relationships, or to prevent pain caused by our own shortcomings. This mirrors the profound desire for forgiveness found throughout Scripture. In the Old Testament, King David, after his transgressions, cried out in Psalm 51, "Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me." This plea for a spiritual reset is the very essence of what Underwood's character is seeking, albeit through a more earthly, wishful lens. The song's premise inherently acknowledges that certain actions have irreversible ripples, and the temptation to undo them is strong.
However, the true depth of the song emerges when we consider the Christian understanding of moving forward. While Underwood's song focuses on an almost magical "undoing," the biblical pathway is one of confession, repentance, and acceptance of God's plan for healing. The Apostle John writes in 1 John 1:9, "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." This verse offers not an erasing of the past, but a cleansing and a renewal, allowing us to carry our experiences as lessons rather than burdens. The song’s title, "Undo It," can be interpreted not as a literal erasure, but as a plea for a restoration of peace and a release from the emotional residue of mistakes. It taps into the longing for the peace that comes from knowing our slate can be wiped clean, a promise beautifully articulated in Romans 8:1, "There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus."
Ultimately, "Undo It" serves as a poignant reminder of our inherent fallibility and the deep-seated desire for relief from the weight of our past. It prompts reflection on how we handle our regrets. Do we dwell on what could have been, or do we look for the grace that allows us to move forward, transformed by our experiences? The song, in its own way, echoes the biblical aspiration for a fresh start, encouraging a spirit of humility and a recognition that while we may not be able to literally "undo" our actions, we can certainly seek a path towards healing, forgiveness, and a renewed spirit.