Ruby
Eivets Rednow Lyrics
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Not always what you seem
And though my heart may break when I awake
Let it be so
I only know, Ruby, it's you
They say, Ruby you're like a song
You don't know right from wrong
But from the start, who stole my heart?
Ruby, it's you
I hear your voice and I must come to you
I have no choice what else can I do?
They say, Ruby you're like a flame
Into my life you came
And though I should beware
Still I don't care you thrill me so
The song "Ruby" by Eivets Rednow (which is simply his name - Wesleyan spelled backwards) is a romantic ballad that speaks to the complexities of love. The opening lines "They say, Ruby you're like a dream, not always what you seem" suggest that the singer is entranced by a woman named Ruby, but also acknowledges that she may not be exactly who he perceives her to be. Despite this realization, he is still willing to risk heartbreak for the chance to be with her.
The second verse further explores some of Ruby's complexities. "They say, Ruby you're like a song, you don't know right from wrong" suggests that she may be a bit unpredictable or impulsive, but that her heart is true. The lyrics "And in your eyes I see heart aches for me, but from the start, who stole my heart? Ruby, it's you" speak to the intensity of the singer's feelings for her - even though she may have her own struggles, he is willing to both accept and cherish her.
In the final verse, the singer acknowledges that he may be treading into dangerous territory by pursuing Ruby, but he simply can't resist her. "They say, Ruby you're like a flame, into my life you came, and though I should beware, still I don't care you thrill me so" suggest that he recognizes the risks, but also values the excitement and passion that Ruby brings into his life.
Overall, the song "Ruby" speaks to the all-consuming, sometimes illogical nature of love, and the willingness to take risks and embrace the complexities of your partner.
Line by Line Meaning
They say, Ruby you're like a dream
The singer has heard that Ruby seems too good to be true
Not always what you seem
Ruby might have hidden sides to her personality or not show her true self
And though my heart may break when I awake
The idea of Ruby not living up to expectations hurts the singer deeply
Let it be so
The artist is resigned to accept any outcome with Ruby
I only know, Ruby, it's you
Regardless of what might happen, the artist still feels strongly about Ruby
They say, Ruby you're like a song
Ruby is compared to a song that has no right or wrong and can be interpreted in many ways
You don't know right from wrong
Ruby's actions might not follow conventional morality
And in your eyes I see heart aches for me
The artist feels that Ruby might be in love with them and it's visible in her eyes
But from the start, who stole my heart?
Ruby has captivated the artist from the very beginning
Ruby, it's you
The artist's affection for Ruby is unwavering
I hear your voice and I must come to you
Ruby's voice has a pull on the singer that they can't resist
I have no choice what else can I do?
The artist is helpless in the face of Ruby's charm
They say, Ruby you're like a flame
Ruby is compared to a flame that can be dangerous but also alluring
Into my life you came
Ruby's presence has shaken up the singer's life in a profound way
And though I should beware
The singer knows they should be cautious around Ruby, but can't help themselves
Still I don't care you thrill me so
The thrill of being with Ruby is worth any potential consequences or dangers
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: HEINZ ROEMHELD, MITCHELL PARISH
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