John has written and released three previous new age projects, a cassette titled Music in an Old House, and two CD’s: Crossing the Bridge and Still. He was also featured on a worldwide release for Narada Media titled First Light: Piano Solos.
His latest release HOME was written and recorded in April 2007.
Other recordings available on iTunes and CD Baby:
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John B. deHaas Lyrics
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Wish I could say the save the world, like I was super girl
The real me is to laugh all night lying in the grass just talking about love
But lately I've been jaded life got so complicated
I'm still thinking about it almost forgot what it was like
Do you know what it feels like?
'Cause with you
I can say anything crazy
I know you'll catch me right before I hit the ground
With nothing but a T-shirt on
I never felt so beautiful
Baby as I do now
Now that I'm with you
With you
Now that I'm with you
You speak and it's like a song
And just like that all my walls come down
It's like a private joke just meant for us to know
I relate to you naturally
Everybody else just fades away
Sometimes it's hard to breathe
Just knowing you found me
'Cause I'm still thinking about it almost forgot what it was like
Do you know what it feels like?
'Cause with you
I can let my hair down
I can say anything crazy
I know you'll catch me right before I hit the ground
With nothing but a T-shirt on
I never felt so beautiful
Baby as I do now
Now that I'm with you
With you
Come and take me
Love you save me
Like nobody else
Now I can be myself
With you
With you
I can let my hair down
I can say anything crazy
I know you'll catch me right before I hit the ground
With nothing but a T-shirt on
I never felt so beautiful
Baby as I do now (Baby as I do now)
Now that I'm with you
The lyrics of John B. deHaas's song "Without" convey a sense of longing for a genuine connection and the freedom to be oneself. The singer describes how the real version of themselves is a carefree Southern girl, donning her Levis and embracing life with an open heart. They express a desire to make a difference in the world, to be like a superhero and save it. However, the complexities of life have taken a toll on them, leaving them feeling jaded and burdened.
The chorus reveals a pivotal shift in the narrative. The singer states that being with this person has allowed them to rediscover their true self. It's as if they have found a safe space where they can let their guard down, express themselves freely, and feel supported. The person they are referring to has a profound impact on them; their words are compared to a beautiful song that breaks down the singer's emotional barriers. In this special connection, they can simply be themselves, detached from the distractions of the outside world.
The bridge highlights the transformative power of love. The singer acknowledges that being with this person has rescued them and allowed them to fully embrace who they are. They are grateful for this relationship that has brought them a sense of freedom and self-acceptance. The song ends on a powerful note, reinforcing the idea that being with this person has made the singer feel more beautiful than ever before.
Overall, "Without" is a heartfelt exploration of the longing for an authentic connection, the burdens of life, and the transformative power of love in allowing someone to truly be themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
The real me is a southern girl with her Levis on and an open heart
My authentic self is a girl from the southern region, wearing Levi's jeans, and having a vulnerable and open attitude
Wish I could say the save the world, like I was super girl
I desire to have the power to save the world, just like a superheroine
The real me is to laugh all night lying in the grass just talking about love
My true nature is to have joyful laughter while spending the entire night lying in the grass and discussing love
But lately I've been jaded life got so complicated
However, recently I've become cynical and weary due to the complexities of life
I'm still thinking about it almost forgot what it was like
I'm still contemplating on it, almost forgetting the feeling I once had
Do you know what it feels like?
Do you have any understanding of how it feels?
'Cause with you
I can let my hair down
Because when I'm with you, I can relax and be myself without any inhibitions
I can say anything crazy
I can express any eccentric thoughts or ideas freely
I know you'll catch me right before I hit the ground
I trust that you'll be there to support me just before I experience any downfall
With nothing but a T-shirt on
With only a T-shirt as my attire
I never felt so beautiful
I have never felt more attractive
Baby as I do now
Darling, I feel this way currently
Now that I'm with you
Since I am in a relationship with you
You speak and it's like a song
When you speak, it resonates with me like a beautiful melody
And just like that all my walls come down
Instantaneously, all my emotional barriers disappear
It's like a private joke just meant for us to know
It feels like a personal joke that only you and I understand
I relate to you naturally
I genuinely connect with you on a profound level
Everybody else just fades away
Everyone else seems to fade into insignificance
Sometimes it's hard to breathe
Occasionally, it becomes difficult to breathe
Just knowing you found me
Simply being aware that you discovered me
'Cause I'm still thinking about it almost forgot what it was like
Because I'm still pondering over it, nearly forgetting how it felt
Do you know what it feels like?
Do you have any understanding of how it feels?
'Cause with you
I can let my hair down
Because when I'm with you, I can relax and be myself without any inhibitions
I can say anything crazy
I can express any eccentric thoughts or ideas freely
I know you'll catch me right before I hit the ground
I trust that you'll be there to support me just before I experience any downfall
With nothing but a T-shirt on
With only a T-shirt as my attire
I never felt so beautiful
I have never felt more attractive
Baby as I do now (Baby as I do now)
Darling, I feel this way currently
Now that I'm with you
Since I am in a relationship with you
Come and take me
Come and claim me
Love you save me
Your love protects and rescues me
Like nobody else
In a way that no one else can
Now I can be myself
Now I have the freedom to be my true self
With you
When I'm with you
With you
I can let my hair down
Because when I'm with you, I can relax and be myself without any inhibitions
I can say anything crazy
I can express any eccentric thoughts or ideas freely
I know you'll catch me right before I hit the ground
I trust that you'll be there to support me just before I experience any downfall
With nothing but a T-shirt on
With only a T-shirt as my attire
I never felt so beautiful
I have never felt more attractive
Baby as I do now (Baby as I do now)
Darling, I feel this way currently
Now that I'm with you
Since I am in a relationship with you
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Written by: Jessica Simpson, Andy Marvel, Billy Mann
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