maria
Justin Townes-Earle Lyrics
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In your eyes alone
But now it seems your heart has found a new direction
And you're leavin' me out in the cold
If you're gonna break my heart go on and break it
No, I don't need you no more
I tried so hard and now my will is breakin'
I still love you
I remember when it used to make me happy
Just to look into your eyes
But lately every time I try, you're lookin' past me
And I don't know why
Believe me baby, you don't even gotta tell me
But I already know
And you don't gotta say goodbye just walk on past me
I don't want to hurt no more
Not for you Maria
Any way I turn I know could find a better way to lose
'Cause I just won't get along with you
Even though I love you too
Ah Maria
I guess mama wasn't lyin' about the dangers
That could hide inside ones heart
We're better off if we just all remain strangers
Stumblin' around in the dark
The lyrics of "Maria" by Justin Townes-Earle convey a poignant reflection on heartbreak and the pain of being left behind by someone you love. The singer reminisces about a time when they were deeply cherished by Maria, the object of their affection. However, as time passes, Maria's heart seems to have shifted towards someone else, leaving the singer feeling abandoned and bereft, symbolically "out in the cold."
The singer expresses a sense of resignation and acceptance towards the impending heartbreak, acknowledging that if Maria is going to break their heart, they would rather have it done swiftly than linger in uncertainty. Despite the anguish and shattered dreams, there is a lingering sense of love and attachment that the singer struggles to let go of, despite knowing that they deserve better than the pain that Maria brings them.
The emotional turmoil intensifies as the singer recalls the joy and happiness they once found in Maria's eyes, illustrating a stark contrast to the current detachment and indifference from Maria's end. The feeling of being overlooked and unseen by someone they once held so dear only adds to the singer's confusion and despair, as they grapple with the realization that the relationship has changed irreversibly.
As the song progresses, the singer reaches a point of clarity and resolve, recognizing that they deserve to move on from the hurt and leave behind the person who no longer values their love. The mention of finding a "better way to lose" implies a sense of liberation from the toxic dynamic with Maria, as the singer asserts their worth and rejects the idea of continuing to endure pain for her sake. The final lines hint at a broader theme of self-preservation and the acknowledgment that some relationships are best left in the past to avoid further suffering and uncertainty, emphasizing the importance of self-care and knowing when to walk away from what no longer serves you.
Line by Line Meaning
Used to be I was the object of affection
I was once the center of your love and attention
In your eyes alone
I was the only one you saw
But now it seems your heart has found a new direction
But now you have moved on to someone else
And you're leavin' me out in the cold
Leaving me feeling abandoned and lonely
If you're gonna break my heart go on and break it
If you're going to hurt me, just get it over with
No, I don't need you no more
I don't need you in my life anymore
I tried so hard and now my will is breakin'
I gave it my all, but now I'm breaking down
Baby, even more
Feeling the pain even more
I still love you
Despite everything, I still have feelings for you
I remember when it used to make me happy
I recall a time when you made me happy
Just to look into your eyes
Just by looking into your eyes
But lately every time I try, you're lookin' past me
But now when I try to connect with you, you avoid me
And I don't know why
Leaving me confused and unsure of the reasons
Believe me baby, you don't even gotta tell me
You don't even have to say it, I can sense it
But I already know
I am aware of what's happening
And you don't gotta say goodbye just walk on past me
You can just leave without saying goodbye
I don't want to hurt no more
I don't want to feel this pain anymore
Not for you Maria
Especially not for you, Maria
Any way I turn I know could find a better way to lose
No matter what I do, I know there must be a better outcome
'Cause I just won't get along with you
Because we can't seem to make things work
Even though I love you too
Despite my feelings for you
Ah Maria
Expressing frustration and sadness towards Maria
I guess mama wasn't lyin' about the dangers
My mother warned me about the risks involved
That could hide inside ones heart
The hidden dangers within someone's heart
We're better off if we just all remain strangers
It's better for us to act like we don't know each other
Stumblin' around in the dark
Navigating through life's uncertainties and challenges
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Written by: Justin Townes Earle
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