Ready or Not
Eva Lyrics


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Don't make fun we've just begun
Let's not play just for today
Take it slow you'll have to go
I think we're through

I'm still not ready for good times
Don't ask me why
Never try laughter before sorrow

Cross the room let's not assume
We can forgive the way we live
It's getting cold now
So please close the open door
And all the windows on my soul

Don't make fun we've just begun
Let's not play just for today
Take it slow you'll have to go
I think we're through

I'm still not ready for good times
Don't ask me why
Never try laughter before sorrow

Cross the room let's not assume
We can forgive the way we live
It's getting cold now




So please close the open door
And all the windows on my soul

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Eva Cassidy's song "Still Not Ready" speak to a fear of fully embracing life's joys and a reluctance to move on from past pains. The song opens with a plea to be taken seriously and not made fun of, as the singer is just starting to explore the possibility of happiness. She urges that they take things slowly and not play games, but then admits that she is not quite ready for good times yet. It is unclear what has held her back from embracing happiness, but she hints at having experienced sorrow and being cautious of laughter.


The chorus repeats the sentiment that the singer is not ready for good times and doesn't know why. She seems to be acknowledging that her reluctance to let go of sadness and embrace joy may be irrational, but she can't help it. The second verse suggests that there may be some tension or hurt between her and her partner, as she asks them not to assume that forgiveness and acceptance of their way of living is guaranteed. She then asks them to close the door and windows on her soul, perhaps because she feels exposed and vulnerable.


Line by Line Meaning

Don't make fun we've just begun
Please don't mock me, as we are just starting something new


Let's not play just for today
Let's not act like this is just a one-time game or temporary fun


Take it slow you'll have to go
Please don't rush me into it, because eventually you will leave me anyhow


I think we're through
I believe that this is the end for us because it's too painful to continue


I'm still not ready for good times
I am not prepared for enjoyable moments right now


Don't ask me why
Please don't question or pressure me into explaining my feelings


Never try laughter before sorrow
We should not attempt to experience joy unless we have processed and resolved our grief


Cross the room let's not assume
Let's not make assumptions about each other, even if we are physically distant


We can forgive the way we live
We should try to be forgiving about the lifestyle choices we have made


It's getting cold now
The emotional atmosphere is becoming frigid and uncomfortable


So please close the open door
Please do your best to prevent any more emotional damage or upheaval


And all the windows on my soul
Please help me close off any vulnerable or exposed parts of me, as I am feeling very raw and exposed right now




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wow Eva is so strong soooo inspiring , I hope she wins she deserves it! GO EVA!

julia

Her musicality is insane

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These videos are amazing! Thanks for doing this!

The Birds

This was one of the most beautiful dance performance and so touching I have ever seen, unforgettable !! 👏👏 What a great dancer so talented 🌹🌹💕💕

Robbin Banks

amazing I am 50 years old and she is the best dancer I have ever seen by far. I so look forward to seeing how far she will go in the future. Love you Eva I am so impressed.

Sylvia Ribeyro

Merci! Je ne me lasse pas de l'écouter! La PERFECTION!

Misha Schoeman

I am also doing a solo to this exact music and watching you dance on it inspires me a lot😍

Louise France

Way to go Eva!

Carolyn Hoffmann

interpretive dance from the heart and soul and into physical manifestation, again for the third time, absolutely amazing, Bravo!

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