Don't Cry For Me Argentina
Barbara Dickson & The New World Philharmonic Lyrics
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When I try to explain how I feel
That I still need your love after all that I've done
You won't believe me, all you will see is a girl you once knew
Although she's dressed up to the nines
At sixes and sevens with you
I had to let it happen, I had to change
Couldn't stay all my life down at heel
Looking out of the window, staying out of the sun
So I chose freedom, running around trying everything new
But nothing impressed me at all
I never expected it to
Don't cry for me, Argentina
The truth is, I never left you
All through my wild days, my mad existence
I kept my promise
Don't keep your distance
And as for fortune, and as for fame
I never invited them in
Though it seemed to the world they were all I desired
They are illusions, they're not the solutions they promised to be
The answer was here all the time
I love you, and hope you love me
Don't cry for me, Argentina
Don't cry for me, Argentina
The truth is, I never left you
All through my wild days, my mad existence
I kept my promise
Don't keep your distance
Have I said too much?
There's nothing more I can think of to say to you
But all you have to do is look at me to know
That every word is true
The lyrics of "Don't Cry for Me Argentina" by Barbara Dickson & The New World Philharmonic capture the emotional complexity and inner turmoil of the character Eva Perón. The opening lines "It won't be easy, you'll think it strange, When I try to explain how I feel" set the tone for the rest of the song, as Eva struggles to convey her feelings to the people of Argentina. Despite all that has transpired, she acknowledges that she still needs their love and understanding. The imagery of being "dressed up to the nines, At sixes and sevens with you" suggests a sense of disorientation and inner conflict within Eva.
The lyrics delve into Eva's journey towards self-discovery and personal liberation. She reflects on her past choices and the pursuit of freedom, expressing disillusionment with the emptiness of fame and material success. The lines "Looking out of the window, staying out of the sun, So I chose freedom, running around trying everything new, But nothing impressed me at all" highlight Eva's restless search for fulfillment and meaning, ultimately realizing that true happiness was always within her grasp.
In the chorus, Eva addresses the people of Argentina, reassuring them that despite her tumultuous life, she never truly abandoned them. She acknowledges her "wild days" and "mad existence" but affirms her unwavering commitment to the promise she made to her country. The repetition of "Don't cry for me, Argentina" emphasizes Eva's desire for connection and understanding, urging the people not to distance themselves from her despite her flaws and struggles.
The closing lines of the song reveal Eva's vulnerability and sincerity as she grapples with the weight of her words and actions. The plea "Have I said too much? There's nothing more I can think of to say to you" conveys Eva's genuine attempt to bridge the gap between herself and the people she loves. The final affirmation that "every word is true" encapsulates Eva's emotional honesty and the depth of her love for Argentina, leaving a poignant reminder of the complexity of human relationships and the enduring power of love and forgiveness.
Line by Line Meaning
It won't be easy, you'll think it strange
Acknowledging that it's difficult for you to understand my feelings
When I try to explain how I feel
Attempting to convey the depth of my emotions to you
That I still need your love after all that I've done
Expressing my continued need for your love despite everything that has happened
You won't believe me, all you will see is a girl you once knew
Understanding that you may not believe my transformation and only see the person I used to be
Although she's dressed up to the nines
Even though I may appear well put together on the outside
At sixes and sevens with you
Feeling confused and unsure in our relationship
I had to let it happen, I had to change
Accepting that change was necessary and inevitable
Couldn't stay all my life down at heel
Realizing that I couldn't remain in a difficult situation forever
Looking out of the window, staying out of the sun
Choosing to stay away from the spotlight and observe from a distance
So I chose freedom, running around trying everything new
Opting for freedom and exploring new experiences
But nothing impressed me at all
Feeling unimpressed by all that I encountered
I never expected it to
Realizing that my expectations were not met
Don't cry for me, Argentina
Please don't mourn for me, my country
The truth is, I never left you
In reality, I never abandoned you
All through my wild days, my mad existence
Despite my tumultuous past and chaotic life
I kept my promise
I remained true to my word
Don't keep your distance
Please stay close to me
And as for fortune, and as for fame
Regarding wealth and celebrity
I never invited them in
I never actively sought them out
Though it seemed to the world they were all I desired
Even though it appeared that I wanted them above all else
They are illusions, they're not the solutions they promised to be
Recognizing that material success and recognition are not fulfilling as expected
The answer was here all the time
Realizing that the solution was with me all along
I love you, and hope you love me
Expressing my love for you and wishing for your love in return
Have I said too much?
Questioning if I have shared too many sentiments
There's nothing more I can think of to say to you
Feeling like I have expressed everything I needed to
But all you have to do is look at me to know
Simply look at me to understand
That every word is true
That my words are sincere
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Andrew Lloyd Webber, Tim Rice
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