I Don't Mind
Arlo McKinley Lyrics
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I guarantee that I'm as high right now as you were once
And I don't mind
No, I don't mind
No, I don't mind anymore
Goodbye never is the easy part
I never thought that I would be someone that would break your heart
No, I don't mind
No, I don't mind anymore
I always hoped that I would be the one
But now i can admit that I got scared and began to run
But I don't mind
No, I don't mind
No, I don't mind anymore
No, I don't mind
No, I don't mind
No, I don't mind, anymore
No, I don't mind
No, I don't mind
No, I don't mind, anymore
Arlo McKinley's "I Don't Mind" is a powerful song about letting go of a past relationship and accepting the mistakes that were made. Throughout the song, McKinley expresses that he doesn't care about where his former lover is coming from, as he acknowledges that he was once at the same level of emotional pain.
The chorus repeats "No, I don't mind anymore", conveying the idea that McKinley has moved on from the heartbreak and pain caused by the failed relationship. He admits that saying goodbye is never easy, and he never imagined himself as someone who would break his partner's heart. However, he has come to realize his own fears and faults in the relationship and has accepted them.
The line "I always hoped that I would be the one, but now I can admit that I got scared and began to run" highlights McKinley's vulnerability and weakness in the relationship. Despite his original hopes that he could be everything his partner needed, he ultimately ran away from his emotions and fears. The refrain "No, I don't mind anymore" reinforces that he has come to terms with this and is no longer affected by the past pain.
Overall, "I Don't Mind" is a poignant song about accepting mistakes, letting go of the past, and moving forward in life.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't care where you are coming from
I'm not concerned about your past or background
I guarantee that I'm as high right now as you were once
I understand that you may have had a similar experience to me
And I don't mind
I am okay with the situation and how things are
No, I don't mind
I am truly okay with what has happened
No, I don't mind anymore
I have come to terms with everything and I don't have any negative feelings anymore.
Goodbye never is the easy part
Saying goodbye is never easy for me
I never thought that I would be someone that would break your heart
I didn't expect to be the one who would hurt you
But I don't mind
Despite the pain caused, I still have no ill feelings towards you
No, I don't mind
I am truly at peace with what happened
No, I don't mind anymore
I have truly let go and have no negative thoughts or feelings here.
I always hoped that I would be the one
I used to want to be the perfect partner for you
But now I can admit that I got scared and began to run
But I admit that I let my fear control me and I ran away from the situation
No, I don't mind
Despite my actions, I still don't hold any resentment or negative feelings towards you
No, I don't mind anymore
I have fully accepted what happened and have let go of any negative emotions.
No, I don't mind
I have truly let go and have no negative thoughts or feelings here.
No, I don't mind
I am at peace with what happened and there are no negative emotions left to bother me anymore.
No, I don't mind anymore
I have fully let go and moved on with my life.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Timothy Dairl Carr
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@AlyRaeKY
I'm happy I went to The Burl several years ago and discovered this man. He's amazing and will bring tears to your eyes. ❤️
@christophervercheak6305
This is heavily heartfelt song! Reminds me of my failure of my marriage I had for 11 years and I’ve could’ve done better but I F’ed up…. But, I’ve learned a huge lesson in the end…. 7 yrs after the divorce… something we should never take life for granted….. don’t waste something that you worked hard for…. Not worth starting all over again especially at an old age. Just work hard, fight through the struggles and be there for each other…. That’s what makes a strong relationship and a pure reason to live each other, together with love, happiness and content with life. Wasting it away is like you’re not willing to fight for your own life…. Not something you would want to do with your own life, other people’s lives or relationships. We all got one shot in life to make it right…. Just Do it right.
Thanks to my friend Arlo continue to create beautiful songs, music and inspiring people to fight for love, reasons, family and life. God Bless Arlo McKinley and his Lonesome Sound Band.
Much respect and love from Cincinnati Ohio USA 🇺🇸! 👊🏻
@liberallife3077
Couldn't have said it better. Arlo carried me through the darkest days of my life without even knowing. The community of Arlo fans is amazing and caring. The guy might know the best bbq man in Kentucky as well.
@lordofall187
Seen you new years in Cincinnati you have been on constant rotation on my Playlist for last 2 years 3 albums not one bad song your music is so raw and powerful has really hwlped me during bad times and good times as well wanted to meet you but you never came out after concert also bought all your vinyls
@chrisbrooks7641
I'm so glad to see a artist that sings and writes with soul. Thank you.
@greghayward6726
Odd this video shows him writing, when he did note write this song. Timothy Dairl Carr wrote every song on this album. YouTube should require citing songwriter credits. That being said, I love the songs Arlo has written and his voice is a breath of a warm westerly wind with tumbleweeds rolling along. Very nice.
@brendaj4478
Just found your music, instant favorite.
@johnscalf3083
Thank you Mr McKinley, another amazing song
@gonzo8657
I rediscover my love for your art all year around. Thank you for sharing your work with the world. You’ve helped me get through some of the hardest and strangest times of my life.
Started writing music again after a taking a few years off because of the inspiration you’ve created. I dream of touring with you as an opener one day and shaking your hand after every show with a thank you for saving my from myself a few years ago. Your work is appreciated in ways you may not fully understand and I hope one day soon I can be so the same for someone else. And maybe, one day, someone will leave a message like this for me.
@amandacarman4781
I am counting the days till I have This Mess We're In blaring thru the speakers!!