Mercy
Julia Eason Lyrics
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Yeah yeah yeah
Yeah yeah yeah
Yeah yeah yeah
I love you
But I gotta stay true
My morals got me on my knees
I don't know what this is
Cause you got me good
Just like you knew you would
I don't know what you do
But you do it well
I'm under your spell
You got me begging you for mercy
Why won't you release me
You got me begging you for mercy
Why won't you release me
I said release me
Now you think that I
Will be something on the side
But you got to understand
That I need a man
Who can take my hand yes I do
I don't know what this is
But you got me good
Just like you knew you would
I don't know what you do
But you do it well
I'm under your spell
You got me begging you for mercy
Why won't you release me
You got me begging you for mercy
Why won't you release me
I said you'd better release
Yeah yeah yeah
I'm begging you for mercy
Yes why wont you release me
I'm begging you for mercy
You got me begging
You got me begging
You got me begging
You got me begging you for mercy
Why won't you release me
You got me begging you for mercy
Why won't you release me
You got me begging you for mercy
I'm begging you for mercy
I'm begging you for mercy
I'm begging you for mercy
I'm begging you for mercy
Why won't you release me yeah yeah
Break it down
SONGWRITERS
SEAN MICHAEL ANDERSON, REGGIE WILLIAMS, MALIK YUSEF EL SHABBAZ JONES, DENZIE HUGH BEAGLE, WINSTON DELANO RILEY, TAUHEED EPPS, TERRENCE LE VARR THORNTON, KANYE OMARI WEST, STEPAN TAFT, JAMES THOMAS, MIKE DEAN, ANTHONY C. KHAN, WILLIE ANTONIO HANSBRO JR., HERBERT CORTEZ TURNER, WILBERT KEITH WILLIAMS
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In "Mercy," Julia Eason sings about being in love with someone who's playing games with her emotions. She loves him but acknowledges that her morals won't let her continue with the situation. The chorus has Julia begging for the guy to release her, as she feels like she's under a spell and can't break free. She mentions the need for a man who can take her hand and be more than just a side thing. The song ends with her pleading for release repeatedly, emphasizing the gravity of her situation.
"Mercy" is a relatable song for anyone who's been in a situation where they're in too deep, and their emotions seem to be controlling them. The lyrics are simple yet effective in conveying the frustration and helplessness that come with being under someone's spell. The chorus, in particular, is catchy and memorable, leaving a lasting impression on listeners. Overall, "Mercy" is a standout song that showcases Julia Eason's vocal range and emotional depth.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah yeah yeah
Repetitive sound to set the tone of the song.
I love you
Expressing feelings of love towards someone.
But I gotta stay true
Remaining loyal to one's values and beliefs.
My morals got me on my knees
Feeling conflicted and struggling with making a decision based on personal values.
I'm begging please stop playing games
Requesting honesty and clear communication in a relationship.
I don't know what this is
Uncertainty about the nature of the relationship.
Cause you got me good
Being manipulated or taken advantage of.
Just like you knew you would
Awareness of the manipulation and feeling helpless to stop it.
But you do it well
Acknowledging the effectiveness of the manipulation tactics.
I'm under your spell
Feeling controlled or powerless in the relationship.
You got me begging you for mercy
Desperately asking for a release from the controlling or manipulative relationship.
Why won't you release me
Questioning why the other person won't let go of the control or manipulation.
Now you think that I
Will be something on the side
Feeling disrespected or undervalued in the relationship.
But you got to understand
Expressing the need for mutual understanding and respect in the relationship.
That I need a man
Who can take my hand yes I do
Desiring a partner who can provide support and understanding.
I said you'd better release
Demanding a release from the controlling or manipulative relationship.
I'm begging you for mercy
Repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the desperation for release.
You got me begging
Continuation of the chorus, emphasizing the feeling of being controlled.
Why won't you release me yeah yeah
Questioning why the other person is not letting go of control or manipulation.
Break it down
Ending the song with a musical phrase to signify the end of the song.
Contributed by Jackson I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.