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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White Lies
Jessica Lea Mayfield Lyrics
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And I don't wanna be
But it seems like everybody has an opinion of me
And when you say I'm pretty
It feels like you're lying to me
Cuz when I look in a mirror
I don't see what's on TV
And life has it's ups and downs
Where can my heart be found
Cuz everything feels low
Is there nowhere I can go?
And I've denied my own opinion of me
And I can't look in a mirror to see me
And my white lies are coming
Like rain pouring down
To wash away this ugliness I've found
And if you had to spend
A day in my shoes
I'd like to see you walk away without feeling all blue
And life has it's ups and downs
Where can my heart be found?
Cuz everything feels low
Is there nowhere I can go?
And I've denied my own opinion of us
Is there no one I can trust?
The lyrics to Jessica Lea Mayfield's song "White Lies" deal with themes of self-image, societal expectations, and the struggle to find one's own identity. The song starts with the admission that the singer is not perfect and does not aspire to be perfect. However, the constant stream of opinions from others has made her question her own self-worth. Even when she is complimented on her looks, it feels insincere because what she sees in the mirror does not match up with the beauty standards set by the media.
The chorus reveals the extent of the singer's self-doubt and the lengths she will go to avoid confronting her true self. The "white lies" that are pouring out of her are a coping mechanism to wash away the ugliness that she sees in herself. The second verse continues with the theme of inner turmoil and self-doubt, with the singer admitting that she has denied her own opinion of herself. She cannot stand to look in the mirror and see herself for what she truly is.
The overall message of "White Lies" is a plea for understanding and acceptance. The singer is struggling to find her place in the world and feels lost and alone. She wonders if there is anyone she can trust and if there is anywhere she can go to find solace. The song is a powerful representation of the struggles that many people face when trying to navigate a world that places unrealistic expectations on them.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm not perfect
I acknowledge that I have flaws.
And I don't wanna be
I don't have unrealistic expectations of perfection for myself.
But it seems like everybody has an opinion of me
Despite my flaws, people are quick to judge me.
And when you say I'm pretty
When you complement me on my looks,
It feels like you're lying to me
I feel like you are insincere.
Cuz when I look in a mirror
When I see myself in the mirror,
I don't see what's on TV
I don't meet the unrealistic beauty standards portrayed on television.
And life has it's ups and downs
Life can be unpredictable with its highs and lows.
Where can my heart be found
I am searching for emotional stability.
Cuz everything feels low
I am currently experiencing a low point in my life.
Is there nowhere I can go?
I am feeling trapped and without options.
And I've denied my own opinion of me
I have internalized the negative opinions of others instead of valuing my own.
And I can't look in a mirror to see me
I can't bear to face my own insecurities.
And my white lies are coming
I can't be honest with myself,
Like rain pouring down
And it feels like a deluge.
To wash away this ugliness I've found
I hope being dishonest with myself can fix my insecurities.
And if you had to spend
If you were in my place,
A day in my shoes
Living my life,
I'd like to see you walk away without feeling all blue
You would feel depressed and hopeless like me.
And life has it's ups and downs
Once again, life can be unpredictable.
Where can my heart be found?
I am still searching for emotional stability.
Cuz everything feels low
I am still experiencing a low point in my life.
Is there nowhere I can go?
Despite looking, I still feel trapped and lost.
And I've denied my own opinion of us
I have lost trust in myself and others.
Is there no one I can trust?
I am seeking relationships built on trust and honesty.
Contributed by Daniel Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
scott taylor
one of the best albums i own ..thanks for posting this so everyone else can enjoy it too
Morgan Miller
Someone finally had the decency to upload this song! c: Thank you.