Julia Carin Cavazos (born November 13, 1993 in Davenport, Iowa), known by h… Read Full Bio ↴Julia Carin Cavazos (born November 13, 1993 in Davenport, Iowa), known by her stage name Julia Michaels, is an American singer and songwriter. She has written several popular songs that have been recorded by the likes of Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato, Fifth Harmony, Shawn Mendes, Britney Spears, Justin Bieber, Hailee Steinfeld, and Gwen Stefani.

In 2017, she decided to try singing her own songs and released her debut single Issues. The song peaked at number 11 on the Billboard Chart, was certified triple-platinum and got her 2 Grammy Award nominations. After releasing her debut album "Nervous System" in 2017, Julia was the opening act for the European dates of Niall Horan’s Flicker World Tour in 2018.

She has also collaborated on songs with various major artists, such as Niall Horan, Noah Kahan, James Bay, Justin Bieber, 5 Seconds of Summer, LANY, Trippie Redd, LAUV, Kygo, RL Grime, Maroon 5, Shawn Mendes, Rita Ora, Clean Bandit, Keith Urban, Jordan Davis, JP Saxe and Selena Gomez.

Into You
Julia Michaels Lyrics

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Haven't been to my favorite restaurant in months
I can't drive down Santa Monica without thinkin' 'bout ya
And what you're doin' now
I thought about movin' to a different state
A different country, yeah, maybe that'd be better
So I'm not around you

I wish we didn't have so many friends in common

I wish we didn't have to walk around our problems
I wish we didn't have to take all these precautions
So many birthdays that I missed, that I missed, that I missed

So I don't run right into you
So I don't run right into you
So I don't run right into you
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh

I don't wanna give you all this power
I'm so defenseless when it comes to you
And everybody knows when we're in the same vicinity, I dodge you

I wish we didn't have so many friends in common
I wish we didn't have to walk around our problems
I wish we didn't have to take all these precautions
So many birthdays that I missed, that I missed, that I missed

So I don't run right into you
So I don't run right into you
So I don't run right into you
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh

And every time that a friend gets a text
Sayin' you're gonna be there, I just don't go
Yeah, every time that a friend gets a text
Sayin' you're gonna be there, I just don't go, oh

So I don't run right into you (Right into you)
So I don't run right into you
So I don't run right into you
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh (What I wanna do)
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)

Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh
Even though that's what I want

Overall Meaning

The song Into You by Julia Michaels is a bittersweet ode to a lost love. The lyrics express the singer's struggle to move on from a past relationship and the difficulty of navigating social situations where they might run into their ex. The first verse highlights the singer's sense of loss as they reflect on all the things they used to do together but can no longer enjoy like going to their favorite restaurant or driving down Santa Monica. The singer even considers moving to a different state or country to avoid any chance encounters. The chorus reveals the singer's conflicting emotions as they desperately want to see their ex but at the same time, they know it's not a good idea. The repetition of "So I don't run right into you" underscores the singer's determination to avoid their ex at all costs, even though they desperately want to see them.

The second verse reveals the singer's vulnerability and how they struggle to maintain their composure when they're around their ex. The singer wishes they didn't have so many friends in common and didn't have to walk around their problems or take precautions. The singer's avoidance strategy goes as far as skipping out on social events where their ex might be present. The bridge reveals the power dynamic at play in the relationship, with the singer feeling defenseless when it comes to their ex. The song ends on a poignant note, with the singer expressing their desires plainly: "Even though that's what I wanna do."

Overall, "Into You" is a relatable song about the complexities of navigating relationships after they end. The song's emotion-filled lyrics and catchy melody make it easy to get lost in the singer's story.

Line by Line Meaning

Haven't been to my favorite restaurant in months
I haven't gone to my favorite restaurant in months because it reminds me of you.

I can't drive down Santa Monica without thinkin' 'bout ya
Whenever I drive down Santa Monica, I can't help but think about you.

And what you're doin' now
I can't stop wondering what you are doing at this moment.

I thought about movin' to a different state
I have considered moving to a different state just to avoid being around you.

A different country, yeah, maybe that'd be better
Maybe moving to a different country would be a better idea.

So I'm not around you
I just want to avoid being around you.

I don't wanna give you all this power
I don't want you to have control over me or my emotions.

I'm so defenseless when it comes to you
I feel powerless when I am around you.

And everybody knows when we're in the same vicinity, I dodge you
When we are in the same place, I try to avoid you, and everyone knows it.

I wish we didn't have so many friends in common
I wish we didn't share so many mutual friends who constantly bring up your name.

I wish we didn't have to walk around our problems
I wish we could face our problems instead of trying to ignore them and walk around them.

I wish we didn't have to take all these precautions
I wish we didn't have to take so many precautions just to avoid running into each other.

So many birthdays that I missed, that I missed, that I missed
I have missed so many birthdays and important events because I just couldn't be around you.

So I don't run right into you
I try my best to avoid running into you.

Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Even though deep down, I really want to see you.

And every time that a friend gets a text
Whenever I get a text from a friend saying you'll be there, I get anxious.

Sayin' you're gonna be there, I just don't go
I skip events if I know you'll be there just to avoid any interaction.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Frank Dukes, Julia Michaels, Louis Bell

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

Gaurav

5y↑27

Verse 1]
Haven't been to my favorite restaurant in months
I can’t drive down Santa Monica without thinkin' 'bout ya
And what you’re doin' now
I thought about movin' to a different state
A different country, yeah, maybe that'd be better
So I'm not around you

[Pre-Chorus]
I wish we didn't have so many friends in common
I wish we didn't have to walk around our problems
I wish we didn't have to take all these precautions
So many birthdays that I missed, that I missed, that I missed

[Chorus]
So I don’t run right into you
So I don’t run right into you
So I don't run right into you
Even though that’s what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh

[Verse 2]
I don't wanna give you all this power
I'm so defenseless when it comes to you
And everybody knows when we’re in the same vicinity, I dodge you
Pre-Chorus]
I wish we didn't have so many friends in common
I wish we didn't have to walk around our problems
I wish we didn't have to take all these precautions
So many birthdays that I missed, that I missed, that I missed

[Chorus]
So I don't run right into you
So I don't run right into you
So I don't run right into you
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh

[Bridge]
And every time that a friend gets a text
Sayin' you're gonna be there, I just don't go
Yeah, every time that a friend gets a text
Sayin' you're gonna be there, I just don't go, oh

[Chorus]
So I don't run right into you (Run right into you)
So I don't run right into you
So I don't run right into you
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh (What I wanna do)
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh
Even though that's what I want

Marine

5y↑1.2K

Haven't been to my favorite restaurant in months
I can’t drive down Santa Monica without thinkin' 'bout ya
And what you’re doin' now
I thought about movin' to a different state
A different country, yeah, maybe that'd be better
So I'm not around you

[Pre-Chorus]
I wish we didn't have so many friends in common
I wish we didn't have to walk around our problems
I wish we didn't have to take all these precautions
So many birthdays that I missed, that I missed, that I missed

[Chorus]
So I don’t run right into you
So I don’t run right into you
So I don't run right into you
Even though that’s what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh

[Verse 2]
I don't wanna give you all this power
I'm so defenseless when it comes to you
And everybody knows when we’re in the same vicinity, I dodge you

[Pre-Chorus]
I wish we didn't have so many friends in common
I wish we didn't have to walk around our problems
I wish we didn't have to take all these precautions
So many birthdays that I missed, that I missed, that I missed

[Chorus]
So I don't run right into you
So I don't run right into you
So I don't run right into you
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh

[Bridge]
And every time that a friend gets a text
Sayin' you're gonna be there, I just don't go
Yeah, every time that a friend gets a text
Sayin' you're gonna be there, I just don't go, oh

[Chorus]
So I don't run right into you (Run right into you)
So I don't run right into you
So I don't run right into you
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh (What I wanna do)
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh
Even though that's what I want

chinki singhal

5y↑1

Lyrics:
[Verse 1]
Haven't been to my favorite restaurant in months
I can’t drive down Santa Monica without thinkin' 'bout ya
And what you’re doin' now
I thought about movin' to a different state
A different country, yeah, maybe that'd be better
So I'm not around you

[Pre-Chorus]
I wish we didn't have so many friends in common
I wish we didn't have to walk around our problems
I wish we didn't have to take all these precautions
So many birthdays that I missed, that I missed, that I missed

[Chorus]
So I don’t run right into you
So I don’t run right into you
So I don't run right into you
Even though that’s what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh

[Verse 2]
I don't wanna give you all this power
I'm so defenseless when it comes to you
And everybody knows when we’re in the same vicinity, I dodge you
[Pre-Chorus]
I wish we didn't have so many friends in common
I wish we didn't have to walk around our problems
I wish we didn't have to take all these precautions
So many birthdays that I missed, that I missed, that I missed

[Chorus]
So I don't run right into you
So I don't run right into you
So I don't run right into you
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh

[Bridge]
And every time that a friend gets a text
Sayin' you're gonna be there, I just don't go
Yeah, every time that a friend gets a text
Sayin' you're gonna be there, I just don't go, oh

[Chorus]
So I don't run right into you (Run right into you)
So I don't run right into you
So I don't run right into you
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh (What I wanna do)
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh
Even though that's what I want

A .S .P .A .H

5y↑9

[Verse 1]
Haven't been to my favorite restaurant in months
I can’t drive down Santa Monica without thinkin' 'bout ya
And what you’re doin' now
I thought about movin' to a different state
A different country, yeah, maybe that'd be better
So I'm not around you

[Pre-Chorus]
I wish we didn't have so many friends in common
I wish we didn't have to walk around our problems
I wish we didn't have to take all these precautions
So many birthdays that I missed, that I missed, that I missed

[Chorus]
So I don’t run right into you
So I don’t run right into you
So I don't run right into you
Even though that’s what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh

[Verse 2]
I don't wanna give you all this power
I'm so defenseless when it comes to you
And everybody knows when we’re in the same vicinity, I dodge you

[Pre-Chorus]
I wish we didn't have so many friends in common
I wish we didn't have to walk around our problems
I wish we didn't have to take all these precautions
So many birthdays that I missed, that I missed, that I missed

[Chorus]
So I don't run right into you
So I don't run right into you
So I don't run right into you
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh

[Bridge]
And every time that a friend gets a text
Sayin' you're gonna be there, I just don't go
Yeah, every time that a friend gets a text
Sayin' you're gonna be there, I just don't go, oh

[Chorus]
So I don't run right into you (Run right into you)
So I don't run right into you
So I don't run right into you
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh (What I wanna do)
Even though that's what I wanna do (What I wanna do)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh, ooh
Even though that's what I want

All comments from YouTube:

kamara ssakka

5y↑1.9K

This what happens when a good writer goes through a heartbreak. The world suffers with good music

raingirlcat22

@Sabhyata those are just generic pop stars. That’s my opinion tho.

Caitlyn S

I’m glad

kamara ssakka

@Nora Remlap i know

firestorm 710

Perfectly said.

Na0m1 Fes

hahahahhaha

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Uni Life

5y↑558

She is honestly so underrated

Victoria Martin

Autumn M

4y↑1

Fr!! :(

siele mengistu

4y↑1

for sure

ItzJaylin:\

5y↑2

Ikr😑😑

Caroline Crenshaw

5y↑3

I'm seeing her in October 😆😅

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Cleo Leo

5y↑6

im still into this song. It means a lot to me. I personally love it. So relatable. Never get bored by this. Thank you Julia for bringing this song to us. Wish u all the best.

Emily Singh

5y↑70

This is a song you could be sitting bopping your head to but also get them feels go right through your veins

Angeline Bena

For real

Maria Diveris

4y↑4

one of the best young song writers out here! Loving all the music she puts out.

Hévilla Fonseca

5y↑2

Que música mais gostosa de ouvir! ❤😍

Gaurav

5y↑27

Angeline Bena

Thanks

Mariana Zuniga

5y↑2

I love it!

Nabila H

5y↑5

Part 1 is good already. IMAGINE HOW GOOD THE OTHER PARTS ARE GONNA BE 💕

FreshisYummy

5y↑52

yesss bless us with this vocals Julia 😍😍😍😍 THIS SONG IS A PERFECTION! Great job! This EP is fire ! 🔥🔥🔥

natalia a.

5y↑5

I love her music..its so sad but meaningful

ItsBiaFreitas

yes <3

a 9

5y↑1

Love this song 💕 💗

Heejin Bunny

5y↑28

What a talented singer!

finley

5y↑1

im so glad she is finally getting proper recognition for her amazing music <3 she's a talented queeeen

Teshé Rolle

Your music is amazing Julia!

Alison Waliska

AYYY DIOOOSSS COMO AMO ESTÁ CANCIÓN,ME PARECE MUY ORIGINAL,CÓMO AMO A JULIA LPM😍💕❤💖

Sonali Shukla

5y↑6

Your voice is so pure ❤️

Lorena Arellano

I love your songs!

Ayesha Sharma

5y↑2

I love you both..your music your voice.. For this album you are amazing julia 💙thank you for this album and your voice 💟

m s

What a great song! Such a talent.

Alexa Lott

This album is everything!

— lisa.

5y↑2

ai que hino 💗

Carlos Henrique

Encontrei essa música hoje, já escutei umas quinze vezes.

Michele Myers

5y↑5

Saw her on March 16 in concert. She opened for P!NK! I discovered her there. She has got my attention. I love music and Julia Michaels is growing on me.

Michele Myers

@ItsBiaFreitas She is so "Deep"! I didn't even know who she was until she opened for P!Nk. P!Nk is worth seeing. She is amazing. I like the writing of Julia Michaels as well. I like...Uh huh! Cool as song. so is Issues. Seen her do that one live.

ItsBiaFreitas

you are so lucky... I'm waiting for her to come to Brasil.

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Amanda Nunes

amei essa música ♡

Luna Rodrigues

I love this song ❤️ This should be famous 😀

Raisa07

5y↑1.2K

Their break-up is making them come up with amazing music man 😭❤️

Amanda

4y↑1

@Skinny Furby i think shes talking about her friends birthdays that she doesnt go to because she doesnt want to run into him even if she does actually want to see him

yashada

@Intissar Jk tbh i don't know, i think he's straight or bi

Ali Furtado

WAIT THEY BROKE UP IM LATE

karaq9

5y↑2

@Skinny Furby IMHO it's not about her or his birthdays, just her friends' birthday parties which she didn't come to, to avoid runnig into him

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MATEUS

Minha música favorita 😍

Bella Rojas

Amazing!💘👏

Claire

I can't stop playing this song. One of my favourite artists. Massively underrated too.

Ryann iV

4y↑295

"Haven't been to my favourite restaurant in months" ... haven't we all Julia.

Angeline Bena

3y↑3

The whole world is feeling this

jasmine holley

5y↑2

such a masterpiece 😭💕

Anderson Lúcio

5y↑10

Queen, I Love You, Brazil 🇧🇷

Diederik

5y↑1

This song is so so so awesome!

Kanchan Malla thakuri

I am dying here with her songs lyrics emotion she puts into it🥺

Merry Wakas

4y↑1

this song ..... i dont really have words ...... i love it

lyrics trends

you can sing so GOOOOD!!! This is my favourite song😍💕

Kathy Rodriguez

5y↑9

My favorite song off her album

Nadia . c

Love it 🌹

Brenda Abrao

AAAAAAAAAA Q HINOS DE MÚSICAS

Julio Gekko

5y↑1

Just saw her in concert.
.recommend👍..she was great live! She did this song and sounded better live.

Estefanía Gloria

5y↑1

This is one of my favorites so far

LulitaInPita

I just discovered this girl and she has such relatable songs!

Lina

idk why but this song makes me smile a lot :)

Frank Navas

5y↑1

<3<3<3<3<3<3 desde la cuenta de mi papá... no paro de escuchar esta canción! la amo.

A

This is amazing 😭😭💕

Marine

5y↑1.2K

bapi mohanty

Thank You

Hannah's List Mett

Thank you!! ❤❤✌✌

Salma moumou

5y↑2

Thank you for sharing it

la rouge

5y↑6

This reminds me so many feelings 'bout the one and only love of my life

Rachou Smile

5y↑5

Thanks 💕

lulu

this applies to me not romantically but for the friends i’ve lost due to misunderstandings, it hurts to lose something i felt was so precious, to finally feel loved and belonged from all the years of having been bullied and having no friends, it hurts even more to lose people that were there to suddenly disappear and pretend we don’t know each other

Vanessa Wane

This is literally the best song of this year ❤️

maram x

THIS SONG IS AMAZING

ich bin not good

5y↑3

She is so talented

Husnain Naeem

Love it very much sis I really do love it 😍❤💘🥰💓💕😘

Bullick Lungtu

5y↑1

This feels like the kinda song that put into words what I've always wanted.... "....so I dnt wanna run right into you, even though thats what I wanna do... "

Majka Xx

5y↑1

Love this one ❤️❤️

Bryan Rivera

4y↑3

Everytime I hear this, I'm feeling sad and just want to go on a long vacation. Being free and no thoughts, regrets or whatsoever.

Erick Jiménez

It's perfect ♥♥♥😍

Diana Dadi

It's nice. I love this song.

ashley c

i love it

Merry Wakas

I love her 💘

sina f

5y↑1

i can’t😭 it’s the best song i’ve ever heard!!!😱❤️❤️❤️

Mills

5y↑3

My favorite female artist 🌸
I love you Julia❤

Thando Chirambayi

My favourite out of the ep,got me in my feelings 😢

Ionah Manalata

You’re sooo amazingggg ❤️

miss imanyhearts

Such beautiful voice love you 💗💗

Chef Erick

5y↑1

I can't stop loving you Julia 😍

Nancy Reyes

I stumbled across your videos and I really like you like you sing from your soul and your emotions we all feel that way even when are Brain tell us otherwise 💗🥰❤️😊😌

Reggie Ulnagan

It's like Julia took my mind and picked all of my thoughts to write this song 😭

Laura Rodriguez

5y↑17

I'm in love with every single song of this album ... Thanku :')
from VENEZUELA <3

tracy_ covers

Amazing!

Asmaâ Ait Bella

Speechless 🦋

Giraffes Are The Cutest

5y↑34

Man... This is beautiful

Fabiola OYIMA

My fav by far...😍

Heyho

Still love this song

Nari Suryani Aghnyanawati

Idk but all Julia's songs are so relatable 😭😭

K Kumar

I just love this so much

SuperChiko4000

5y↑3

This is a beautiful song 👋🌟🌟

Clairecx

5y↑7

I'm into this song <3

Andrea Alvarez Arcila

5y↑2

This is EXACTLY how I feel, 100%. Don't share your group of friends with your boyfriend, guys

Kylea Mosher

5y↑154

"i wish we didn't have so many friends in common" OOF I FELT THAT
edit:actually im correcting that, i felt this all lmao

Sude Elmas

5y↑1

I love it😍😍😘🔥

Sebishuezo :3

5y↑3

Please release a video from this!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Aneesha

5y↑23

Thanks for inspiring vulnerability and originality. You are badass.

nik shahirah

5y↑841

“i wish we didn’t have so many friends in common”

Liz Glydel Suyu

4y↑1

that line hits a different level

Harmony Rolf

Same😭😭

Sophie Gail

5y↑3

nik shahirah loool my ex turned most of our mutual friends against me

Luis

Masterpiece pop

ana a. martínez

5y↑6

it's amazing how broken hearts become art.

Angeline Bena

Ikr kinda sad actually

illnney yt

5y↑1

i’m in love with this

Crazy Cat Lady

5y↑433

I love how the title has a kinda opposite theme to what you would assume it's about that being "into you" as in inlove with someone but instead being a break up

jackeline lopez

this EP soo good and relatable

Aaron Daves

This is beautiful oh my God.

Jacqueline Honcoop

♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

andrew carson

5y↑11

MY FAVORITE ON THE EP

Shweta Official

Beautifully heartbreaking....💕

Ranjith Dsouza

Why is she so underrated? She's a very talented artist.

chinki singhal

5y↑1

Yamuna Rana

GODDESS 💕👏

Aradhana Parida

Best song from the album

nothing but trash

5y↑1.4K

this kinda sounds like a song for a movie?

Bath Water

5y↑1

Yeah one of those coming of age highschool movies.

Abbi Rooprah

5y↑2

To all the boys I’ve loved before 2

nour

@Bryan Olitres this comment made me think about how much crap is in my life sips tea

Bryan Olitres

5y↑1

I LOVE BLEACHERS AND LOVE SIMON

Raquel M

5y↑1

I was thinking the same

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A .S .P .A .H

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QueenCamo

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💓💓💓

DunWithYou

why is this exactly what I'm going through and feeling?

musk_ann

5y↑4

She's so damn underrated!!!!!!

ItsBiaFreitas

5y↑1

SHE IS THE BEST <3

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