Delving into country, folk and soul, With Blasphemy, So Heartfelt is a collaborative project on which Mayfield's sultry voice adds flair to edgy lyrics and melodies. With the help of her brother, bassist David Mayfield, Jessica Lea Mayfield's debut includes cameo appearances by Dr. Dog's Scott McMicken and Frank McElroy on backing vocals.
Website: www.jessicaleamayfield.com
For Today
Jessica Lea Mayfield Lyrics
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And I stared at the sky while you kissed me
And you were running away, away from everything
And I stayed behind so you'd miss me
And all these words would sound so sweet
I could care less about you
Care less about you
And I can see clearer and I'm getting closer
To finding out to just who I am without you in the way
So hold me
But only for today
In spite my best ambitions
Getting in the worst situations
But here I am crystal clean
The lyrics of Jessica Lea Mayfield's song 'For Today' tell the story of a relationship that is coming to an end. The singer is walking hand in hand with their partner, but they are distracted and staring at the sky while their partner is kissing them. They know that their partner is disappearing from their life, and they choose to stay behind, hoping that their absence will be felt. Despite the sweet words that are being exchanged, the singer makes it clear that they do not care about their partner anymore. In fact, they love the sound of them walking away because it means they are getting closer to finding out who they are without their partner.
Line by Line Meaning
I was walking with your left hand in my back pocket
We were physically close, but emotionally distant.
And I stared at the sky while you kissed me
I was distracted and not fully engaged in the moment.
And you were running away, away from everything
You were avoiding your problems and responsibilities.
And I stayed behind so you'd miss me
I wanted to be missed and appreciated for being there.
And all these words would sound so sweet
Your words were empty and meaningless.
I could care less about you
I don't value or need you in my life.
Care less about you
I'm emphasizing the fact that I really don't care about you.
And I love the sound of you walking away
I'm relieved that you're leaving and I can finally move on.
And I can see clearer and I'm getting closer
Without you, I have a better perspective on my life and goals.
To finding out to just who I am without you in the way
I'm discovering my true identity and potential without your negative influence.
So hold me
I want comfort and intimacy for now.
But only for today
I don't want a long-term commitment or attachment.
In spite my best ambitions
Despite my goals and intentions.
Getting in the worst situations
I keep making bad choices and putting myself in difficult circumstances.
But here I am crystal clean
Even though I've made mistakes, I am still pure and worthy of love and respect.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Jessica Lea Mayfield
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DarikW
She's amazing! She has soul and substance. I haven't felt this way about an artist in quite some time. Heard her on Father's Day on PHC while driving in the middle of nowhere Alaska. Thank you, Garrison K.!
John Frank
I was listening to The Avett Brothers singing this and found out it was a cover. Now I hear the original...it's great. I enjoy it as much as theirs.
m01s _
Christopher of the Stubbs family I have to wholeheartedly disagree with you. The dorko brothers couldn’t write songs like this if their lives depended on it. Don’t make me laugh.
C Stubbs
The Avett Brothers version is far superior.
sheasy2002
She is amazing!
MJ
This song gets me everytime
sweetlouuu
got her blasphemy album and really didn't like it. this is what i like about her, just the acoustic guitar and her voice. none of the drums, electric guitar, bass, all the junk that takes away from the tiny inflections in her voice that create real emotion.
Jhone gonçalves
Muito boa essa musica, me faz viajar dentro de meus proprios pensamentos...
garyjg
Wow - a great fresh voice.
joecoolmccall
one of my favorite songs of 2008