Jason Thomas Mraz (born June 23, 1977 in Mechanicsville, Virginia) is a Gra… Read Full Bio ↴Jason Thomas Mraz (born June 23, 1977 in Mechanicsville, Virginia) is a Grammy-winning American singer-songwriter. Mraz’s stylistic influences include reggae, pop, rock, folk, jazz, and hip hop.

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.

The Right Kind
Jason Mraz Lyrics

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Once there was a girl that came from not too far from here
And she wasn't satisfied at the rate that she applied herself
To the items on the shelf, she was a retail girl

And that really has to do with nothing
though she gave me something
A smile I'll rely on for a lifetime I'd try on for awhile

So now why is she getting married on the 25th of April
She believes in higher energy and better things for all the people
She is a charm of good luck when she's sitting by your side
But I think my luck run out on april twenty five

Oh love, oh love is all I'm looking for
Sitting in the corner in the dark
Hoping that she'd eye me, I'm looking right her way
But I'd never find the right thing to say
I'd never find the right kind of phrase

There was a secret somebody
Of course I never get the upper hand
Those kinds of rare finds are all born with a man
I just don't understand how they can

Oh love, oh love is all I'm looking for
Sitting in the corner in the dark and on the floor
Hoping that she'd spy on me, I'm looking right her way
I'd never find the right kind of phrase

The right kind, the right line, or the right time to say almost anything that's right

the right kind of phrase.
I'd never find the right thing to say

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Jason Mraz's song "The Right Kind" tell the story of a girl who comes from a close distance, but feels unsatisfied with her life and the way she applies herself. She is depicted as a retail girl, which seems to be a metaphor for her feeling trapped and unfulfilled in her everyday routine. Despite this, the singer acknowledges that she gave him something valuable - her smile. He cherishes this smile and considers it something he can rely on for a lifetime, even if it's only for a while.

The lyrics then shift to the girl getting married on April 25th. The singer mentions that she believes in higher energy and better things for people, portraying her as someone who has a positive outlook on life and is seen as a charm of good luck when she's around. However, despite hoping to catch her attention, the singer feels unlucky and unable to find the right words or phrases to express his feelings towards her.

Overall, the song seems to revolve around the singer's longing for love and connection, particularly with this girl who has made an impact on him. It explores the frustration and uncertainty of trying to find the right words to convey emotions and establish a connection.

Line by Line Meaning

Once there was a girl that came from not too far from here
There was a girl who lived nearby

And she wasn't satisfied at the rate that she applied herself
She felt unsatisfied with her effort or dedication

To the items on the shelf, she was a retail girl
She worked in retail and dealt with items in a store

And that really has to do with nothing
However, that doesn't matter

though she gave me something
Even though she gave me something valuable

A smile I'll rely on for a lifetime I'd try on for awhile
Her smile is something I will cherish and depend on

So now why is she getting married on the 25th of April
I wonder why she is getting married on a specific date

She believes in higher energy and better things for all the people
She has a strong belief in positive energy and a better future for everyone

She is a charm of good luck when she's sitting by your side
Being with her brings good luck and positivity

But I think my luck run out on april twenty five
Unfortunately, I believe my luck has run out on that specific date

Oh love, oh love is all I'm looking for
Love is the only thing I seek

Sitting in the corner in the dark
Feeling lonely and isolated

Hoping that she'd eye me, I'm looking right her way
Hoping that she notices me, as I am looking directly at her

But I'd never find the right thing to say
But I always struggle to find the right words to say

I'd never find the right kind of phrase
I would never find the perfect sentence or expression

There was a secret somebody
There was a mysterious person

Of course I never get the upper hand
Unfortunately, I never have the advantage or control

Those kinds of rare finds are all born with a man
Those unique discoveries are often associated with certain individuals

I just don't understand how they can
I simply don't comprehend how it is possible

The right kind, the right line, or the right time to say almost anything that's right
Finding the perfect combination of words, timing, and intention for any situation

the right kind of phrase
The ideal sentence or expression

I'd never find the right thing to say
I would never find the suitable words to express myself

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