We Could Be
On her new EPHabits, rising R&B songstress Maeta(20) sounds comfortable and… Read Full Bio ↴On her new EPHabits, rising R&B songstress Maeta(20) sounds comfortable and self-assured. Fully encompassing the highs and lows of young love, the project offers the Indianapolis-native, now Los Angeles-based artist reflecting on past relationships that she’s outgrown (lead single “Teen Scene,” produced by Kaytranada) and contemplating the uncertainties that come with interpersonal connection (“Doesn’t Mean A Thing,” produced by Teddy Walton).It is a natural progression from her critically-acclaimed 2019 debut EP,Do Not Disturb, which introduced the world to Maeta's signature sound: moody, emotional, and beautiful, with the singer’s luscious vocals always at the forefront. Her creative pursuits began early in her childhood. Her parents -mom is a visual artist, dad plays the drums -nurtured and encouraged their daughter’s creativity, and the music they played around the house, including the Eagles and John Mayer, became the building blocks of her sound. At the same time, like most young people, she gravitated towards the music of her teen years including Kid Cudi, Alicia Keys, Beyoncé and SZA and their ability to use music to speak truth to their feelings. These influences, her natural singing ability and the fact that she is a self-proclaimed “daydreamer” who “falls in love too fast” and is drawn to sad songs, brought her to be the artist you hear today -blending pop and soul with lyrics that allow Maeta to be a voice for those who struggle to express their emotions.

We Could Be
Maeta Lyrics


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Boy you′re getting kind of close, I need a breather
Now I'm fed up ′cause you're acting like I need ya
I've been bluffing ′cause you know it′s coughing season
And now you find another reason

To come my way, get on my case
You don't own me, so fall in place
Now that I′ve got a taste
I can't say I feel the same

We could be down, I ain′t tryna get caught up
Keep you around, I don't wanna be alone
I see it now, baby, this could be a problem
Don′t need your love but you're feeling at home
We could be down, I ain't tryna get caught up
Keep you around, I don′t wanna be alone
I see it now, baby, this could be a problem
Don′t need your love but you're feeling at home

I know I let you down this road and there′s no turning
The world is cold 'cause we don′t feel like we deserve it
To keep warm, I just keep the bridges burnin'
You don′t learn shit, it's concernin'

When you come my way, get on my case
You don′t own me, so fall in place
Now that I′ve got a taste
I can't say I feel the same

We could be down, I ain′t tryna get caught up
Keep you around, I don't wanna be alone
I see it now, baby, this could be a problem
Don′t need your love but you're feeling at home
We could be down, I ain′t tryna get caught up
Keep you around, I don't wanna be alone
I see it now, baby, this could be a problem
Don't need your love but you′re feeling at home

Come my way, get on my case
You don′t own me, so fall in place
Now that I've got a taste
I can′t say I feel the same

We could be down, I ain't tryna get caught up
Keep you around, I don′t wanna be alone
I see it now, baby, this could be a problem
Don't need your love but you′re feeling at home
We could be down, I ain't tryna get caught up
Keep you around, I don't wanna be alone




I see it now, baby, this could be a problem
Don′t need your love but you′re feeling at home

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song "We Could Be" by Maeta are about a person who is trying to distance themselves from someone who is getting too close to them. The person's frustration is evident from the beginning, where they mention that they need a breather and are fed up with the other person's behavior. They are unwilling to commit to a relationship because they fear getting caught up in it, but they also do not want to be alone. The lyrics suggest that the other person is trying to possess them, but they refuse to be owned. The person wants to keep control of their own life and make their own choices.


The second verse goes further into the issue, acknowledging that the person has already allowed the other person closer but now regrets it. They know that they cannot turn back, so they are trying to deal with the situation by burning bridges and distancing themselves. The person criticizes the other person's behavior, suggesting that they need to learn something. In the end, the person reiterates that they do not need the other person's love and only allow them around because they feel comfortable.


The lyrics of the song reveal the complicated emotions that arise when someone approaches us romantically. While we may feel attracted to them initially, we may also fear the other person's control over our lives. The song offers a perspective of resistance, where the person strives to maintain their independence and assert their boundaries.


Line by Line Meaning

Boy you're getting kind of close, I need a breather
You're invading my personal space, I need some time alone


Now I'm fed up ′cause you're acting like I need ya
I'm tired of your needy behavior


I've been bluffing ′cause you know it's coughing season
I've been pretending to be interested because it's the season to couple up


And now you find another reason
You keep coming up with excuses to be near me


You don't own me, so fall in place
You have no control over me, so act accordingly


Now that I′ve got a taste, I can't say I feel the same
Now that we've had a romantic encounter, my feelings towards you have changed


We could be down, I ain't tryna get caught up
We could be together, but I don't want to get too attached


Keep you around, I don't wanna be alone
I want to keep you in my life, but not necessarily as a romantic partner, just to avoid being lonely


I see it now, baby, this could be a problem
I realize that our relationship dynamic could lead to complications


Don't need your love but you're feeling at home
I don't necessarily want your love, but you feel comfortable around me


I know I let you down this road and there's no turning
I acknowledge that I pursued this relationship, and there's no going back now


The world is cold 'cause we don't feel like we deserve it
We feel disconnected from the world because we don't feel deserving of love


To keep warm, I just keep the bridges burnin'
To cope, I push people away and burn bridges


You don't learn shit, it's concernin'
You don't seem to learn from your mistakes, and it worries me


Don't need your love but you're feeling at home
I don't necessarily want your love, but you feel comfortable around me




Writer(s): Jarrett Goodly, David Arcelious Harris, Elijah Dias

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