In 2009, Greta was voted "Northwest Vocalist of the Year" by Earshot Jazz. This marks the sixth time she has received this award in 15 years. Her latest release I Wanna Be Loved (Resonance Records) remained on the national jazz charts for radio airplay for three months. This new release features arrangements by Tamir Hendelman.
Discography:
» I Wanna Be Loved (Resonance Records, 2009)
» The Smiling Hour (Origin Records, 2008)
» All This and Heaven Too: Live at Bake's Place (Origin Records, 2006)
» Favorites from a Long Walk (Origin Records, 2005)
» Two for the Road (Origin Records, 2003) (live concert with Mimi Fox, on DVD and CD)
» If the Moon Turns Green (Matassa Music, 1994)
» Got a Song That I Sing (Matassa Music, 1991)
Official website: http://www.gretamatassa.com
Ruby
Greta Matassa 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 Greta Matassa is a romantic ballad about a woman named Ruby. The lyrics portray her as an enigmatic and seductive character who may not always be what she seems. The singer acknowledges the potential danger of falling for Ruby, but cannot resist her allure. The opening line, "They say, Ruby you're like a dream, not always what you seem," introduces the idea that Ruby is an elusive and mysterious figure. The singer goes on to express that even if Ruby's true nature causes heartbreak, they still desire her.
The second verse continues to describe Ruby as unknowable, with the line "You don't know right from wrong." However, it is clear that the singer cares deeply for Ruby despite her flaws, as evidenced by the line "From the start, who stole my heart? Ruby, it's you." The chorus expresses the inescapable pull that Ruby has on the singer - they hear her voice and must come to her, with no other choice. The final verse likens Ruby to a flame, suggesting that although her presence may be dangerous, she is thrilling and captivating.
Line by Line Meaning
They say, Ruby you're like a dream
People describe you, Ruby, as something that is surreal and difficult to understand
Not always what you seem
You're not always transparent in your behavior and intentions
And though my heart may break when I awake
If my illusions about you shatter, it will hurt me deeply
Let it be so
But I am willing to accept the risks and consequences
I only know, Ruby, it's you
Regardless of the uncertainties, I am sure that I am infatuated with you
They say, Ruby you're like a song
People compare you, Ruby, to a melody that is confused and chaotic
You don't know right from wrong
You have trouble distinguishing between what is ethical and what is not
And in your eyes I see heart aches for me
You seem to share the same feelings for me as I do for you
But from the start, who stole my heart?
I can't pinpoint the moment when I fell for you, Ruby
Ruby, it's you
But I am certain that it is you who captivated me
I hear your voice and I must come to you
When I hear your voice, Ruby, I am compelled to see you
I have no choice what else can I do?
I feel powerless and have no other option but to follow my feelings
They say, Ruby you're like a flame
Some say that you, Ruby, are like fire that can easily burn and destroy things
Into my life you came
You entered my life and disrupted my usual routine
And though I should beware
I should be cautious and aware of the risks that come with being with you
Still I don't care you thrill me so
Despite the danger, I can't resist being with you because you give me excitement and pleasure
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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