Just The Way You Are
Jay-R Lyrics


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Those nights in the cabin
We were cured in
A desire
Your words honey bourbon
Tainted saccharine
Love misfired
Saved me
Embraced me
Thought this was a haven 'til we torched it to the ground
I was ready to accept you
Cause we are a twofold flame

You think your words are gospel
Control me; make me treat you like my northern star
It's just the way you are
But I'm not your disciple
And in my head I
I'll leave you just the way you are

You were so despotic
And I liked it
So I'm partially to blame
But rein in your rhetoric
It's inaccurate
I won't take it to the grave
I was ready to accept you
Cause we are a twofold flame

You think your words are gospel
Control me; make me treat you like my northern star
It's just the way you are
But I'm not your disciple
And in my head I
I'll leave you just the way you are

Tornado affair it's been
I was sucked in
Now I love you from afar

You think your words are gospel
Control me; make me treat you like my northern star
It's just the way you are
But I'm not your disciple




And in my head I
I'll leave you just the way you are

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Jay-R feat. Samantha Mumba's song "Just the Way You Are" tell a story of a complicated and intense relationship. The first paragraph sets the scene in a cabin, where the couple experiences a deep connection and desire for each other. However, there is a hint of something not quite right, as the honey bourbon and saccharine nature of their words suggest a tainted love that ultimately misfires.


Moving into the second paragraph, the lyrics reveal a power dynamic within the relationship. The singer suggests that the other person tries to control them, comparing themselves to a gospel figure and wanting to be treated like a guiding star. However, the singer firmly states that they refuse to be a follower or disciple, asserting their independence and individuality. They express their intention to leave the other person just the way they are, refusing to be manipulated.


In the third paragraph, the tone shifts to self-reflection and realization. The singer admits their partial blame for being attracted to the despotic behavior of the other person. However, they urge their partner to rein in their rhetoric, as it is inaccurate and causing harm. They emphasize that they won't carry the burden of their partner's words to their grave, implying that they are ready to let go of the toxic aspects of the relationship.


The final paragraph speaks to the aftermath of the turbulent relationship. The metaphor of a "tornado affair" suggests the chaotic and destructive nature of their connection. Despite still feeling love for the other person, the singer decides to maintain a distance and love them from afar. They reiterate their refusal to be controlled, suggesting that they will leave the other person just the way they are and preserve their own sense of self.


Overall, the lyrics convey a complex emotional journey and the realization that staying true to oneself is more important than succumbing to control and manipulation within a relationship.


Line by Line Meaning

Those nights in the cabin
The memorable evenings we spent together in the cabin


We were cured in
We found solace in each other


A desire
Intense longing and attraction


Your words honey bourbon
Sweet and intoxicating words


Tainted saccharine
However, their sweetness was tainted


Love misfired
Our love went astray


Saved me
Initially, you rescued me


Embraced me
We embraced each other's presence


Thought this was a haven 'til we torched it to the ground
We believed our relationship was a safe place, until we completely destroyed it


I was ready to accept you
I was prepared to fully embrace you


Cause we are a twofold flame
Because we had a powerful connection


You think your words are gospel
You perceive your words as absolute truth


Control me; make me treat you like my northern star
You seek to manipulate and steer me as if you were my guiding light


It's just the way you are
This is simply your nature and behavior


But I'm not your disciple
However, I am not your devoted follower


And in my head I
In my thoughts, I have decided


I'll leave you just the way you are
To leave you in your true form and character


You were so despotic
You were authoritative and controlling


And I liked it
And oddly, I found myself drawn to it


So I'm partially to blame
Therefore, I admit my share of responsibility


But rein in your rhetoric
However, you need to control your manipulative language


It's inaccurate
Because it is misleading and untrue


I won't take it to the grave
I refuse to carry this burden indefinitely


Tornado affair it's been
Our relationship has been tumultuous and chaotic


I was sucked in
I was deeply entangled and mesmerized


Now I love you from afar
But now, I have chosen to love you from a distance




Lyrics Ā© O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Hailey Johnson, Joseph Anthony

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Comments from YouTube:

@michelletolentino7820

Nakakamiss din yung mga kanta ni Jay-r.. mula kasi ng lumipat nung lumipat sya ng station eh.. eh di na naipromote ng maayos ang mga song di gaya nung nasa GMA pa sya..

@bluenonix

I grow up with myx, nakakamiss mga music ng generation ko..

@smillawafer

OG jay r fans here ???šŸ„°šŸ„°šŸ„°šŸ„°

@mr.j2235

ou na universal record ako galing mo nga ee

@MJoyce888

nice

@johncarlonabus3223

HINDI AKO MAGSISISI KAY JAY R

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I love the view but "the" is silent.

@theycallme_luas

Hi, Im an Independent Artist/Rapper from Muntinlupa, kung may time kayo sana ma check niyo track ko! di kayo mag sisisi #SUPPORTLOCAL

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