The meaning of the lyrics of the song "Read My Mind" by the artist "Wanted, The"

In "Read My Mind" by The Wanted, the lyrics express the internal struggle of the persona who is overwhelmed by strong feelings for someone but is unsure if they are reciprocated. He feels restricted by his inability to express himself, as if he is being held back ("Feels like you're holding me down"). He is burning with desire to be closer to this person ("Feels like a fire is burning, Burning inside") but struggles to articulate his feelings ("How do I find the words to...? Find the words to let you know").

He believes that if she could read his mind, she would understand everything without him having to struggle for the right words. He longs to know where their connection would lead if she were to reciprocate his feelings ("Tell me where would this go? I need to know, I need to know right now").

He senses a connection, a pull from her side as if she is reaching out to him ("You're on the other side, You're just across the line. And I can feel you reaching, Reaching out for mine"). The repetition of the chorus emphasizes his fixation on her and the need for clarity in their situation. The final repetition of "I need to know, I need to know right now" further emphasizes the urgency and his need for an answer.