There Goes My Heart
Liz Huett Lyrics
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Cuz the ghosts in my past they could fill up a graveyard
Love had a history of being too hard
So I kinda made peace that it wasn't in the cards
Well I guess the cliche is true
Cuz I wasn't even lookin for you
So what the hell am I to do?
Shit there goes my heart
Got me seeing stars
I wasn't really trying to give it away
But you didn't even give me a say
Shit there goes my heart
(Ooh la la la la ooh la la la la)
Used to be that it was me in control
But your baby blue eyes baby make me wanna let go
Slow and steady you been shaking my soul
Now I'm thinking you're the rock to this rolling stone
And I don't wanna roll alone
Shit there goes my heart
Got me seeing stars
I wasn't really trying to give it away
But you didn't even give me a say
Shit there goes my heart
(Ooh la la la la ooh la la la la)
Because you're bringing me flowers we're talking for hours
And I'm never like this but you make me like this
I've always been good at playing it cool but something about you sticks
Shit there goes my heart
Got me seeing stars
I wasn't really trying to give it away
But you didn't even give me a say
Shit there goes my heart
(Ooh la la la la ooh la la la la)
In Liz Huett's song "There Goes My Heart," the lyrics express the singer's surprise and vulnerability when it comes to love. The opening lines convey the singer's guardedness in relationships due to past experiences, suggesting that they have encountered heartbreak before. The ghosts in their past symbolize the emotional baggage they carry, filling up a graveyard. Because of this, the singer has accepted that finding love may not be in their destiny.
However, the chorus reveals that love has taken them by surprise. The singer wasn't actively seeking love, and yet it has found its way into their life. This unexpected encounter leaves them feeling helpless and overwhelmed, as expressed in the line "So what the hell am I to do?"
The second verse further highlights the singer's struggle with control. They were used to being in control of their emotions and relationships, but the person they are now falling for has turned their world upside down. The mention of the "baby blue eyes" suggests the irresistible allure this person possesses. The singer feels a deep connection and a desire to let go of their guard.
The bridge highlights the transformative effect this new love has had on the singer. They are experiencing emotions they have never felt before, such as being showered with affection ("bringing me flowers") and having deep conversations. The person they are falling for makes them break their usual pattern of playing it cool and being detached. Something about this connection feels different and special.
In conclusion, "There Goes My Heart" is a song that explores the unexpected nature of falling in love and the vulnerability it brings. It captures the singer's surprise and disorientation when faced with a love they didn't anticipate, and how it challenges their preconceived notions about relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
I gotta say that it caught me off gaurd
I was completely surprised by what happened
Cuz the ghosts in my past they could fill up a graveyard
I have a lot of unresolved issues from my previous relationships
Love had a history of being too hard
I've experienced difficulties and heartbreak in love before
So I kinda made peace that it wasn't in the cards
I accepted the idea that love may not be meant for me
Well I guess the cliche is true
It turns out the common saying is accurate
Cuz I wasn't even lookin for you
I wasn't actively seeking a romantic relationship
So what the hell am I to do?
I'm unsure about how to handle this situation
Shit there goes my heart
Oh no, I've fallen in love unexpectedly
Got me seeing stars
I feel overwhelmed and euphoric
I wasn't really trying to give it away
I didn't intend to give my heart to someone
But you didn't even give me a say
I didn't have a choice or opportunity to resist
(Ooh la la la la ooh la la la la)
Background vocalization
Used to be that it was me in control
I used to have control over my emotions and relationships
But your baby blue eyes baby make me wanna let go
Your attractive eyes make me want to surrender my control
Slow and steady you been shaking my soul
You've been gradually and consistently affecting me emotionally
Now I'm thinking you're the rock to this rolling stone
I believe you're a stable presence in my life
And I don't wanna roll alone
I don't want to go through life without you
Because you're bringing me flowers we're talking for hours
You show me affection and we spend a lot of time conversing
And I'm never like this but you make me like this
I'm not usually so vulnerable, but you bring out these feelings in me
I've always been good at playing it cool but something about you sticks
I'm usually composed, but there's something about you that affects me deeply
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: David Scheaman, Emily Falvey, Liz Huett
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