History
I Don't Know is built around Joanne's boyfriend who had moved away after one year of being together. His career had to take him to another state, and although Joanne was genuinely pleased for him, the thought of being away from him made her heart ache. Joanne poured all of those feelings into writing I Don't Know, and hearing it completed on her debut album reminds Joanne of the day she had to say goodbye.
Most of Joanne's singles have dance tracks. I Don't Know was originally recorded as a ballad, but then later mixed into a new version and Joanne was keen to give it a try.
"The sentiment is still there, but now it has a great dance beat." - Joanne.
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