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.
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It's A Shame
Jessica Lea Mayfield Lyrics
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I guess that's what it took
To open up my eyes
And I'm everyone's best friend
You may hate me
But I'll be here 'til the end
Well let me live just to write one more song
And the wind is blowing strong
You were with her all along
And you're the boy who has to lie
I was hoping I could open up your eyes
Just keep living like you do
And everything you've done will come back to you
And I say that it won't be very long
It's a shame that we can't get along
And the wind is blowing strong
You were with her all along
In the song "It's A Shame," Jessica Lea Mayfield reflects on the depth of her own experiences and difficulties in life through a poignant and emotive vocal delivery. The song speaks of personal growth through pain and struggle. The first verse starts with the line "I'm the girl who almost died," a reference to Mayfield's experience with domestic abuse. She then goes on to say that this is what it took to open up her eyes. This could be interpreted as the idea that sometimes we need to face adversity or experience difficult moments to grow and mature personally. Mayfield speaks to the strength she has gained, saying that she is everyone's best friend, and even if you don't like her, she'll be there for you to the end.
The second verse focuses on another character, the "boy who has to lie." This could refer to someone who is dishonest with themselves or others about their feelings and intentions, and Mayfield expresses the hope that she could open his eyes to the truth. She acknowledges that everything he has done will come back to him - an idea that emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for one's actions. The chorus then comes in, stating that it's a shame that people can't get along, and referencing the strong wind as a metaphor for change. The final line implies that the boy Mayfield is referring to was with another girl, suggesting a possible love triangle.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm the girl who almost died
I have had a near-death experience that has forced me to reassess my life
I guess that's what it took
It took this traumatic event for me to realize what I needed to change
To open up my eyes
To finally see the truth about myself and the world around me
And I'm everyone's best friend
I have a lot of acquaintances, but no close relationships
You may hate me
I understand that some people don't like me
But I'll be here 'til the end
Despite this, I am loyal and will always be there for those who need me
And you say it won't be very long
You think my time is running out
Well let me live just to write one more song
Even if my time is limited, I want to use it to create something meaningful
And the wind is blowing strong
There is change and uncertainty in the air
You were with her all along
You have been with someone else behind my back
And you're the boy who has to lie
You are not truthful in your actions or words
I was hoping I could open up your eyes
I had hoped that my influence would help you change for the better
Just keep living like you do
You continue to make poor choices
And everything you've done will come back to you
Your actions will have consequences
And I say that it won't be very long
I also see your time running out
It's a shame that we can't get along
It's regrettable that we have so much conflict between us
And the wind is blowing strong
Change and uncertainty continue to be present
You were with her all along
You have continued to deceive me and be with someone else
Contributed by Jayden C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.