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.
One Love
Jason Mraz Lyrics
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Well, you annoy me sometimes too with your voice
But that ain't enough for me
To move out and move on
I'm just gonna love you like the woman I love
We don't have to hurry
You can take as long as you want
My heart's at home
With my hand behind you
I will catch you if you fall
I'm just gonna love you like the woman I love
Sometimes the world can make you feel
You're not welcome anymore
And you beat yourself up
You let yourself get mad
And in those times when you stop lovin'
That woman I adore
You could relax
Because, babe, I got your back
I got you
No, I don't wish to change you
You got it under control
You wake up each day different
Another reason for me to keep holdin' on
I'm not attached to any way you're showing up
I'm just gonna love you like the woman I love
Yeah I'm gonna love you, oh yeah
I'm gonna love you
You're the woman I love
In "The Woman I Love," Jason Mraz speaks about his relationship, noting that although they may annoy or frustrate each other at times, their love for each other is enough to keep them together. The song speaks to the idea of acceptance in a relationship, happily accepting the quirks of your partner without trying to change them. Mraz also highlights a sense of trust and support, where he promises to catch her if she stumbles and that she can always rely on him to have her back.
The song sets a soothing and calming mood, with its acoustic guitar melody and Mraz's soft and compelling voice, capturing the essence of the song's message. In addition, the use of repetition in the chorus reinforces the idea that Mraz is determined to love this woman no matter the circumstances.
The song showcases Mraz's understanding of love, realizing that he may not always agree with his partner or be compatible in every way, but their love for one another is enough to keep them steady. It is a tender and heartfelt song that encapsulates the beauty of unconditional love.
Line by Line Meaning
Maybe I annoy you with my choices
I understand that my decisions may be frustrating to you.
Well, you annoy me sometimes too with your voice
I acknowledge the fact that your manner of speaking may also bother me on certain occasions.
But that ain't enough for me
However, those minor issues do not outweigh my feelings for you.
To move out and move on
I do not want to leave or end our relationship over small disagreements.
I'm just gonna love you like the woman I love
Instead, I will continue to treat you with the same love and admiration that I have always had for you.
We don't have to hurry
We do not need to rush our relationship or take major steps forward before we are truly ready.
You can take as long as you want
You have all the time you need to sort through your feelings and come to your own conclusions.
I'm holdin' steady
I am committed and steadfast in my love for you.
My heart's at home
I feel most content and complete when I am with you.
With my hand behind you
I will always support and encourage you, even when times are tough.
I will catch you if you fall
I will be there for you and help you to get back up after any setbacks.
I'm just gonna love you like the woman I love
My love for you is unconditional and unchanging, no matter what challenges we may face.
Sometimes the world can make you feel
The outside world can be harsh and unforgiving.
You're not welcome anymore
It can make you feel like you don't belong or are not valued.
And you beat yourself up
You may start to doubt yourself and your abilities in response to this negativity.
You let yourself get mad
This frustration can also manifest in feelings of anger or resentment.
And in those times when you stop lovin'
During these difficult moments, you may feel like you are not capable of love.
That woman I adore
But to me, you are still the same amazing person that I have long admired and loved.
You could relax
Instead of being hard on yourself, you should allow yourself to take a break and relax.
Because, babe, I got your back
I will always be there to support and care for you, no matter what happens.
No, I don't wish to change you
I do not want to alter your personality or character in any way.
You got it under control
You are capable of handling yourself and maintaining control of your own life.
You wake up each day different
You are constantly evolving and growing as a person, and each day brings new experiences and challenges.
Another reason for me to keep holdin' on
This is just another reason why I continue to love and cherish you.
I'm not attached to any way you're showing up
I do not have any expectations or demands for how you should behave or present yourself.
I'm just gonna love you like the woman I love
I will continue to love you unconditionally, regardless of any changes or surprises that come our way.
Yeah I'm gonna love you, oh yeah
I am passionate and committed to this love that we share.
I'm gonna love you
My love for you will always remain strong and unbreakable.
You're the woman I love
You are the one that I have chosen to love and devote myself to, above all others.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DAVID HODGES, JASON MRAZ
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Corsaire 1985
Thirteen years later and this remains one of my favorite versions of this song.
♥
Maria de Fatima Rodrigues da Silva Fatima
É muito bom escutar esse cara
Cal Moultine
2020!! Keep rockin and spreading the love Jason.
Camila Sá
Esse cara canta muito.
Meli CatBla
This is a perfect song! it just lifts my spirit up!
Marissa Young
jason mraz is amazing! i love this song. ah i wish it was on itunes.
TheGratitudeDude
Leave it to Jason to cover a classic & absolutely great song and make it his own. What a talent!
RandomLinda14
I love his voice soooo much.
Philipp S.
wonderful cover unbelievable guitar skills, youre the best jason
grizzbrown
this cover isn't bad, it makes me really happy to know that bob made that much of an impact on the world and that his music is constantly being reinvented and kept fresh even 30 years after this wold lost him. rest in peace bob you've earned it, ONE LOVE!!