Mraz released his debut album, Waiting for My Rocket to Come in 2002. The tracks "The Remedy" and "You And I Both" became his first big hits the following year. His second album, Mr. A-Z, released in 2005, peaked at number five on the Billboard Hot 200 and sold over one hundred thousand copies in the US. In 2008, Mraz released his third studio album, We Sing. We Dance. We Steal Things. The album debuted at number three on the Billboard 200 was a commercial success worldwide, peaking in the top ten of many international charts.
In April 2012 Mraz released his fourth studio album, Love is a Four Letter Word. The album was received with favourable reviews and debuted at number two on both the Billboard 200 and UK Album Charts. The album sold 102,000 copies in it's first week in the US, his best sales week to date.
Mraz’s international breakthrough came with the release of lead single from We Sing. We Dance. We Steal Things. titled “I’m Yours”. The single peaked at number six on the Billboard Hot 100, giving Mraz his first top ten single. The song was a huge commercial success in the US with it receiving a triple-Platinum certification from the RIAA for sales of over three million. The song was successful internationally and topped the charts in New Zealand and Norway and peaking in the top ten of multiple international charts.
Mraz was engaged to singer/songwriter and long-time close friend Tristan Prettyman. On June 7, 2011, Mraz said in an interview with the Daily Beast that he and Prettyman were no longer engaged.
Mraz lives a health-conscious lifestyle and enjoys eating mostly raw vegan foods. He owns an avocado farm in Bonsall in Northern San Diego County.
Always Looking for You
Jason Mraz Lyrics
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It was never not happening
Even the moments that we didn′t win
They all comprised
A bigger picture that we didn't see
Bringing me to you and you to me
Putting together every little piece
I could use a little less worry
I could use a little more patience
I know it′s all about the journey
But you're my destination
My heart was always open
Even when I didn't know it
Even when I didn′t know who
I was always looking for you
Since I heard the word love
I have always been in search of one to hold on to
I was always looking for you (I always was)
I was always looking for you (I always will be)
They say you know it when you see it
That it′s more than just a feeling
But you're giving it a much deeper meaning
Which you redefined
Every long day working
Every single heartache hurting
Another year, another lesson learning
I′ve realized
I shouldn't be in such a hurry
′Cause nothing's ever wasted
I know it′s all about the journey
But you're my destination
My heart was always open
Even when I didn't know it
Even when I didn′t know who
I was always looking for you
Since I heard the word love
I have always been in search of one to hold on to
I was always looking for you (I always was)
I was always looking for you (I always will be)
I was always looking for you (I always was)
I was always looking for you (I always will be)
From the hopes of my childhood
And everything I ever wrote on the Wildwood
You′ve been showing up in every tune
'Cause I′ve been looking for you
I always try to keep it visual
Even when you're teasing my peripheral
I won′t stop because I've found you
And I won′t stop now
My heart was always open
Even when I didn't know it
Even when I didn't know who
I was always looking for you
Since I heard the word love
I have always been in search of one to hold on to
I was always looking for you (I always was)
I was always looking for you (I always will be)
I was always looking for you (I always was)
I was always looking for you (I always will be)
(I always was, I always will be)
The lyrics of "Always Looking for You" by Jason Mraz convey a sense of destiny and the idea that everything in life, both the wins and losses, ultimately led the singer to the person they were meant to be with. The song explores the journey of searching for love and recognizing that the search was always driven by a deep longing for the connection they have found. The lyrics express the realization that love is not just a feeling, but something profound and meaningful that has redefined their understanding of it.
The song reflects on the idea of not rushing through life and embracing the journey, but also highlights the importance of having someone to hold on to along the way. The singer acknowledges that they always had an open heart, even before knowing what they were searching for. The lyrics also mention childhood hopes and dreams, suggesting that even from a young age, they were unknowingly yearning for this specific connection.
Overall, the song portrays love as the ultimate destination and emphasizes the singer's unwavering determination in finding their true love. It conveys a sense of fulfillment and contentment upon finally discovering the person they were always looking for.
Line by Line Meaning
This situation that we landed in
The circumstances we find ourselves in
It was never not happening
It was always meant to happen
Even the moments that we didn't win
Even the times we didn't succeed
They all comprised
They all made up
A bigger picture that we didn't see
A larger perspective that eluded us
Bringing me to you and you to me
Leading me to you and you to me
Putting together every little piece
Assembling every small part
Before our eyes
Right in front of us
I could use a little less worry
I could benefit from less concern
I could use a little more patience
I could benefit from greater patience
I know it's all about the journey
I understand that the process matters
But you're my destination
But you are where I want to end up
My heart was always open
My heart was always receptive
Even when I didn't know it
Even when I was unaware
Even when I didn't know who
Even when I didn't know myself
I was always looking for you
I was always searching for you
Since I heard the word love
Since I first learned about love
I have always been in search of one to hold on to
I have always been seeking someone to hold onto
They say you know it when you see it
They claim you recognize it when you encounter it
That it's more than just a feeling
That it transcends mere emotion
But you're giving it a much deeper meaning
But you're assigning it a profound significance
Which you redefined
Which you altered the definition of
Every long day working
All the exhausting days of labor
Every single heartache hurting
Every painful heartbreak
Another year, another lesson learning
Another year passing, another lesson learned
I've realized
I have come to understand
I shouldn't be in such a hurry
I should not be so impatient
'Cause nothing's ever wasted
Because nothing is ever futile
From the hopes of my childhood
From the aspirations of my youth
And everything I ever wrote on the Wildwood
And all the things I wrote in the wilderness
You've been showing up in every tune
You have been appearing in every song
'Cause I've been looking for you
Because I have been searching for you
I always try to keep it visual
I always strive to make it visual
Even when you're teasing my peripheral
Even when you are playfully engaging my peripheral vision
I won't stop because I've found you
I won't cease because I have discovered you
And I won't stop now
And I will not stop at this moment
Writer(s): Jason Mraz, David Hodges, Jake Scott
Contributed by Anthony Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ibrana5742
The situation that we landed in
It was never not happening
Even the moments that we didn't win
They all comprised
A bigger picture that we didn't see
Bringing me to you and you to me
Putting together every little piece
Before our eyes
I could use a little less worry
I could use a little more patience
I know it's all about the journey
But you're my destination
My heart was always open
Even when I didn't know it
Even when I didn't know who
I was always looking for you
Since I heard the word love
I have always been in search of one to hold on to
I was always looking for you (I always was)
I was always looking for you (I always will be)
They say you know it when you see it
That it's more than just a feeling
But you're giving it a much deeper meaning
Which you redefined
Every long day working
Every single heartache hurting
Another year, another lesson learning
I've realized
I shouldn't be in such a hurry
'Cause nothing's ever wasted
I know it's all about the journey
But you're my destination
My heart was always open
Even when I didn't know it
Even when I didn't know who
I was always looking for you
Since I heard the word love
I have always been in search of one to hold on to
I was always looking for you (I always was)
I was always looking for you (I always will be)
I was always looking for you (I always was)
I was always looking for you (I always will be)
From the hopes of my childhood
And everything I ever wrote on the Wildwood
You've been showing up in every tune
'Cause I've been looking for you
I always try to keep it visual
Even when you're teasing my peripheral
I won't stop because I've found you
And I won't stop now
My heart was always open
Even when I didn't know it
Even when I didn't know who
I was always looking for you
Since I heard the word love
I have always been in search of one to hold on to
I was always looking for you (I always was)
I was always looking for you (I always will be)
I was always looking for you (I always was)
I was always looking for you (I always will be)
@rci385
Dear Jason,
After years of watching your videos, following you on IG and reading comments written by others, as I am once again left speechless, I will borrow their words that I often see but I have never written myself: "Jason never disappoints", "I see what you did here", " Jason is over the top in all he is doing", "I love you, Jason". I think they fit today, although these are not my words :)
And again, as I am struck by the worst writer's block at this very moment, I will add the words that I often write, "We love you very much, dear Cat", "Sending much love and smiles your way, dear Jason", "God bless you with His finest blessings!". I hold these words true, I think they are worth repeating and at least they save me in the current situation :)
As I am still at a loss of words, I think there is no better ending than with some of your own "Love is still the answer".
Happy Valentine's Day, Jason!
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the joy you bring me with your music and everything you share with us!
<3 :)
@AlonCooperMusic
Always happy to see a new Jason mraz song on a day when I’m feeling low
@pickynicky6265
💖💖💖
@dionesiamoura9448
It always surprises....
@Borboleta1212
💚💚💚
@granprimebranco7702
👏👏👏💚💚💚💚 lindo canta muito maravilhoso
@joannthomas1566
Thank you so hard to be happy so scared
@voorrwerp
Dear Jason Mraz's song, I was always looking for you!!
@VishalValhellanArya
This form of therapy is always effective.
Thank you for always being Love. 💖
@Angelssooooexist
Jason Mraz pops up and I can't wait to hear his song play ... they always give me the flutters. Yet another wonderful song. Thank you!
@repurposeyou
The fact it was released on Valentine's Day and has mad I'm Yours vibes. This was a gorgeous release. 🌷