Head Space, her debut EP, is a collection of songs written in the summer of 2011, as she developed her skills on the guitar and as a songwriter. The songs, inspired by the feelings for a special person, touch on love and relationships through unfamiliar eyes, and through their simple approach represent the starting point of a creative journey for a girl from Leicester. Head Space is a testament to Mahalia’s beautiful, distinctive voice and unpretentious lyricism; a series of songs that are authentic and emotional.
Do Not Disturb
Mahalia Lyrics
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Do not, do—, do—, do—
I remember how it started
Back at the end of May
It was such a lovely day
I was in a small café
I was in no way guarded
Didn't know how much you'd take
Gave too much of myself away
You done really messed me up like that (oh yeah, yeah, yeah)
Came and stole my heart, oh, that's a fact (oh yeah, yeah, yeah)
Boy, I think it's time I took it back (ah)
I don't wanna see you callin' me, asking where I'm at
This time, this time I won't hold the line
Been givin' you time that you do not deserve
No, you're not mine, you just pretend to be
Don't need you tempting me with your alerts
Do not disturb
I'm putting myself on do not disturb
These ain't the words you wanted
I got nothing left to prove
Every time I let you ring
It's like I get déjà vu
I don't care what you promised (promised)
I don't care what you say (nah)
Should've never let you in
That was my last mistake
You done really messed me up like that (oh yeah, yeah, yeah)
Came and stole my heart, oh, that's a fact (oh yeah, yeah, yeah)
Boy, I think it's time I took it back
I don't wanna see you callin' me, asking where I'm at
This time, this time I won't hold the line
Been givin' you time that you do not deserve
No, you're not mine, you just pretend to be
Don't need you tempting me with your alerts
Do not disturb
I'm putting myself on do not disturb
The sign on the door says do not, do not, do not disturb
Do not disturb, do not, do not, do not disturb
Won't give you time you do not, do not, do not deserve
Don't wanna think about you
Don't wanna think about you (ah)
This time, this time I won't hold the line
Been givin' you time that you do not deserve
No, you're not mine, you just pretend to be
Boy, are you gettin' me?
Do not disturb
This time, this time I won't hold the line
Been givin' you time that you do not deserve
No, you're not mine, you just pretend to be
Don't need you tempting me with your alerts (do not, do—)
Do not disturb (do not, do—)
I'm putting myself on (do not, do—) do not disturb (do not, do—)
The sign on the door says (do not, do—) do not disturb (do not, do—)
I need you to stay gone
I don't wanna speak
Don't call me, don't text me
You are the reason I put myself on do not disturb
Mahalia's song "Do Not Disturb" is about a person dealing with the aftermath of a past relationship that didn't end well. The song is about addiction, reckoning, and self-care. The song starts with the instructions of the song title itself, putting oneself on "do not disturb." Mahalia sings about the memory of how the relationship started and how she gave too much of herself away. The relationship left her feeling messed up and that she wants to take her heart back. She made it clear that she does not want to see or hear from her ex anymore. For her own peace of mind, she put herself on "do not disturb" mode. She does not want to be tempted by his alerts and she does not want to think about him anymore. The final words of the song: "You are the reason I put myself on do not disturb" encapsulate the entire message of the song.
The song has a catchy chorus and its melody is reminiscent of the 90s R&B songs. Mahalia's voice -cozy and soulful- fully matches the song's mood. The song has gained popularity and has been featured in the American TV series Sex Education. The message behind the song is an empowering one. Mahalia encourages people to recognize their worth and take care of themselves. The song's video clip takes place in a motel, with Mahalia moving from room to room, revealing different emotions and outfits.
Line by Line Meaning
Do not, do—, do—
Starting the song with a warning to not disturb.
I remember how it started
Recalling how the relationship began.
Back at the end of May
Specifically mentioning the time of year to emphasize the memory.
It was such a lovely day
Describing the day in a positive light to show how things have changed since then.
I was in a small café
Setting the scene for where the encounter took place.
I was in no way guarded
Admitting to being vulnerable and defenseless at the time.
Let you come invade my space
Allowing the other person to enter her life and personal space.
Didn't know how much you'd take
Acknowledging that she didn't realize how much the other person would affect her.
Gave too much of myself away
Realizing that she gave too much of herself to the other person.
You done really messed me up like that (oh yeah, yeah, yeah)
Expressing how the other person's actions have hurt her deeply.
Came and stole my heart, oh, that's a fact (oh yeah, yeah, yeah)
Acknowledging that she fell in love with the other person, but it didn't end well.
Boy, I think it's time I took it back (ah)
Taking ownership of her heart and deciding to move on.
I don't wanna see you callin' me, asking where I'm at
Setting a boundary and not wanting the other person to contact her anymore.
This time, this time I won't hold the line
Asserting that she won't tolerate the other person's behavior anymore.
Been givin' you time that you do not deserve
Realizing that she's been wasting her time on someone who doesn't deserve it.
No, you're not mine, you just pretend to be
Addressing the fact that the other person was never really committed to her.
Don't need you tempting me with your alerts
Not wanting to be tempted or reminded of the other person through notifications or messages.
Do not disturb
Reiterating the opening warning to not disturb her.
I'm putting myself on do not disturb
Taking control of her own life and deciding to focus on herself.
These ain't the words you wanted
Acknowledging that the other person probably wanted a different outcome.
I got nothing left to prove
Feeling confident and secure in her decision to move on.
Every time I let you ring
Reflecting on how the other person's calls or messages always bring back negative memories.
It's like I get déjà vu
Experiencing the same emotions and feelings every time the other person tries to contact her.
I don't care what you promised (promised)
No longer believing or trusting the other person's words or promises.
I don't care what you say (nah)
Not interested in hearing anything more from the other person.
Should've never let you in
Regretting the decision to let the other person into her life.
That was my last mistake
Recognizing that she won't make the same mistake again.
The sign on the door says do not, do not, do not disturb
Repeating the warning from the beginning of the song to emphasize the need for distance and space.
Won't give you time you do not, do not, do not deserve
Standing firm in her decision to not give the other person any more of her time or attention.
Don't wanna think about you
Making it clear that she doesn't want to think about the other person anymore.
This time, this time I won't hold the line
Repeating the sentiment that she won't tolerate the other person's behavior anymore.
Boy, are you gettin' me?
Challenging the other person to understand and respect her decision.
I need you to stay gone
Making it clear that she wants the other person to stay away for good.
I don't wanna speak
Not wanting to communicate or engage with the other person.
Don't call me, don't text me
Giving clear instructions to the other person to not contact her in any way.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Alastair O'Donnell, Aston Rudi, Felix Joseph, Jonny Lattimer, Mahalia Burkmar
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@polly3843
Do not, do not, do, do
Do not, do not, do, do
I remember how it started
Back at the end of May
It was such a lovely day
I was in a small café
I was in no way guarded
I let you come invade my space
Didn't know how much you'd take
Gave too much of myself away
You done really messed me up like that
Came and stole my heart, oh that's a fact
Boy, I think it's time I took it back
I don't wanna see you callin' me, asking where I'm at
This time, this time I won't hold the light
Been givin' you time that you do not deserve
No you're not mine, you just pretend to be
Don't need you tempting me with your alerts
Do not disturb
I'm putting myself on do not disturb
These ain't the words you wanted
I got nothing left to prove
Every time I let you ring
It's like I get déjà vu
I don't care what you promised
I don't care what you say, nah
Should've never let you in
That was my last mistake
You done really messed me up like that
Came and stole my heart, oh that's a fact
Boy, I think it's time I took it back
I don't wanna see you callin' me, asking where I'm at
This time, this time I won't hold the light
Been givin' you time that you do not deserve
No you're not mine, you just pretend to be
Don't need you tempting me with your alerts
Do not disturb
I'm putting myself on do not disturb
The sign on the door says do not, do not, do not disturb
Do not disturb, do not, do not, do not disturb
Won't give you time you do not, do not, do not deserve
Don't wanna think about you
Don't wanna think about you
This time, this time I won't hold the light
Been givin' you time that you do not deserve
No you're not mine, you just pretend to be
Boy are you gettin' me?
Do not disturb
This time, this time I won't hold the light
Been givin' you time that you do not deserve
No you're not mine, you just pretend to be
Don't need you tempting me with your alerts
Do not disturb
I'm putting myself on do not disturb
The sign on the door says do not disturb
I need you to stay gone
I don't wanna speak
Don't call me, don't text me
You are the reason I put myself on do not disturb
@clarissa8642
This song puts me in such a good mood like ain’t nobody gon treat me bad
@lifegoeson1007
Clarissa Rossi Right
@xara_ninanile
Lovely 😊
Please give Dear Diary by ninanile a listen. I wrote it, hope you’ll like it ☺️
@tamlee1321
Riiiggght
@hannyz_
esa musica e linda e muito boaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
@royltbescheidenblake6187
@@xara_ninanile il check that out thanks feeling sorry for myself hahaha
@callumwoods4945
Orange is her colour
@d1stantfeelin716
Lol yeah that's what it seems like
@shanthomas9797
I was just saying that.. Orange is her
@gabrielejokubauskaite8052
Yeah! She looks so cool with this T-Shirt! https://mysnapp.co.uk/product/8147/mahalia/mahalias-t-shirt