Man of Another Woman
David Donatien Lyrics

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i let you inside
right inside my room
and i had these feelings
i never knew
will the seasons
will they all come true
beautiful tangle
that I can't undo

while i’m waiting
quietly for you
another woman
carries life from you

i took a man from another woman
i took a man from another woman
lie, lie, cry, sigh

will we always
feed the olive tree
god this feeling
is too good to be real
but though i'm trying
to tell you that we’re through
my heart always
brings me back to you

i took a man from another woman
i took a man from another woman

lie, sigh
sigh, lie, cry, lie

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of David Donatien's song, Man of Another Woman, explore the complexities of love and the consequences of going against social norms. The singer reflects on his decision to pursue a relationship with a man who was already committed to another woman. He reveals the emotions he felt when he first met the man, describing it as an overwhelming feeling that he couldn't resist. However, he is aware of the societal expectations and taboos surrounding such a relationship.

The singer also expresses his guilt and remorse for hurting the other woman by breaking her relationship. He acknowledges the pain he caused her with the repetition of the line, "I took a man from another woman." He also explores the idea of the passage of time with the mention of seasons and wonders if things will work out between him and the man he desires.

The lyrics suggest that the man he wants is having a child with the other woman, which adds another layer of complexity to the situation. The song ends in a poignant way with a repetition of the words, "lie, lie, cry, sigh," underscoring the pain and confusion the singer feels.

Line by Line Meaning

i let you inside
I allowed you to come into my life

right inside my room
You were right there with me, physically present

and i had these feelings
I developed strong emotions for you

i never knew
I had never experienced such feelings before

will the seasons
As time passes by

will they all come true
Will my hopes and dreams about us be fulfilled

beautiful tangle
Our relationship was complex and convoluted

that I can't undo
And no matter how hard I try, I cannot change it now

while i’m waiting
As I patiently wait

quietly for you
Without making a fuss or creating any agitation

another woman
A woman other than myself