Heart Like Mine
Dolly Shine Lyrics


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I spent a lot of time alone
Maybe I think too much
Well I put on a hell of a show
Maybe I'm not that tough
Maybe I'm broken and twisted
Reckless and torn apart
Maybe I'm going all in
When I should be folding the cards
So you can take your number
And stand in line
The highest mountain
You have to climb
And it won't come easy
It'll take sometime
You wanna get close
To a heart like mine





A heart like mine
Yeah a heart like mine

Overall Meaning

The bridge of 'Heart Like Mine' by Dolly Shine is a self-reflective moment for the singer. They admit to spending a lot of time alone and possibly overthinking things. This introspective nature is shown through the opening line, 'I spent a lot of time alone, maybe I think too much.' The line is both a confession and a cry for help, suggesting that the singer is self-aware and looking for someone to help them with their inner turmoil. However, the singer does acknowledge that they put on a good show, but they aren't as tough as others might perceive.


The singer seems to be in a state of vulnerability or distress and acknowledges that they might be broken and twisted, which could imply past trauma or experiences that have troubled them. They are reckless and torn apart, yet they continue to put themselves out there, all the while recognizing the potential for devastation. The singer's use of poker metaphors, such as 'folding the cards' and 'going all in,' reflects their struggle to reconcile with their internal conflict. The chorus of the song 'You wanna get close to a heart like mine,' could be interpreted as a warning to potential romantic partners to reconsider, knowing that they may not be ready for the complicated journey that comes with the singer's emotional state.


Line by Line Meaning

I spent a lot of time alone
I have been alone for a while and I have used this time to introspect.


Maybe I think too much
Sometimes I tend to overthink and obsess over things.


Well I put on a hell of a show
I present a confident and strong image to the world, hiding my true feelings and vulnerabilities.


Maybe I'm not that tough
Despite my show of strength, deep down I am not as tough as I appear.


Maybe I'm broken and twisted
I am damaged and hurt, with emotional scars that make it hard for me to connect with others.


Reckless and torn apart
I have made some bad decisions in the past, leaving me feeling emotionally shattered.


Maybe I'm going all in
I tend to put everything on the line, taking risks without considering the consequences.


When I should be folding the cards
I often fail to recognize when it's time to stop and cut my losses.


So you can take your number
If you want to pursue a relationship with me, you need to be patient.


And stand in line
There are other people who are interested in me, so you need to wait your turn.


The highest mountain
Forming a relationship with me will not be easy.


You have to climb
It will take a lot of effort and perseverance to gain my trust and love.


And it won't come easy
I have been hurt before and I am cautious about letting anyone get too close to me.


It'll take sometime
It will take time and patience for me to open up and let my guard down.


You wanna get close
If you really want to pursue a relationship with me, be prepared for the challenges that come with it.


To a heart like mine
I have been hurt and damaged in the past, but if you can prove your love and devotion, I might be willing to take a chance on you.


A heart like mine
I have a complex and troubled personality, but I also have the capacity for deep love and affection.




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