I Always Liked That
Maria Mena Lyrics
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After all that I've preached I still cannot accept that I'm not a fit
And once led off course the snow ball snow balling down my spine
Draws a imperfectly imperfect line
Is it just the weight cause the weight is what weighs me down again
Or is that the scapegoat, the overly clumsy friend
There to take on the blame for what's really happening
And I always liked that about me
That I know what I am fighting for
And for this I'd go to war
Weapon in mind is my mind's skin
Swaddled around the only body part that should matter, my heart
The only way is to let go
Get rid of all the fear
Of not being perfect
My goal seems perfectly clear
I'm terrified if I let go I also lose myself
And I don't want to be somebody else
And I always liked that about me
That I know what I am fighting for
And for this I'd go to war
Weapon in mind is my mind's skin
Swaddled around the only body part that should matter, my heart
And I always liked that about me
That I know what I am fighting for
And for this I'd go to war
Weapon in mind is my mind's skin
Swaddled around the only body part that should matter, my heart
What if I've always been good enough in my skin,
Good enough in my skin
What if I've always been good enough in my skin,
Good enough in my skin
And I always liked that about me
That I know what I am fighting for
And for this I'd go to war
Weapon in mind is my mind's skin
Swaddled around the only body part that should matter, my heart
In Maria Mena's song "I Always Liked That," she grapples with the idea that despite preaching self-acceptance, she herself cannot fully accept her imperfections. The lyrics suggest that the weight on her shoulders is both real and metaphorical, weighing her down emotionally and making her feel like an "imperfectly imperfect line." She questions whether this weight is merely an excuse for her shortcomings or if it's a symbol of her fear of not being perfect. Mena realizes that the only way to move forward is to let go of this fear, allowing herself to take off the skin of perfection and accept that she is good enough as she is.
The chorus "And I always liked that about me, That I know what I am fighting for" conveys the idea that Mena is not entirely discouraged by her struggle with self-acceptance. She recognizes her strengths which centers on being clear about her goals and willingness to fight for them. She believes that her weapon in the fight for self-acceptance is her mind's skin, wrapped around her heart, which she sees as the only body part that truly matters.
Line by Line Meaning
Should make me admit I'm broken, I'm broken shouldn't it
Despite what I've been saying, I can't come to terms with the fact that I'm not perfect
And once led off course the snow ball snow balling down my spine
Draws a imperfectly imperfect line
When I'm not in control, my anxiety takes over and I can't function properly
Is it just the weight cause the weight is what weighs me down again
Or is that the scapegoat, the overly clumsy friend
There to take on the blame for what's really happening
The circle must come to an end
I can't decide if I'm truly at fault or if I'm just using my flaws as an excuse. Either way, I need to take responsibility for my actions.
And I always liked that about me
That I know what I am fighting for
And for this I'd go to war
Weapon in mind is my mind's skin
Swaddled around the only body part that should matter, my heart
I take pride in my determination and my ability to stand up for what I believe in. My mind is my strongest tool, and I use it to protect my heart.
The only way is to let go
Get rid of all the fear
Of not being perfect
My goal seems perfectly clear
I'm terrified if I let go I also lose myself
And I don't want to be somebody else
I need to learn to let go of my need for perfection and accept myself as I am. It's scary to think of changing, because I don't want to lose who I am.
What if I've always been good enough in my skin,
Good enough in my skin
What if I've always been good enough in my skin,
Good enough in my skin
Maybe I don't need to change at all. Maybe I'm already good enough just the way I am.
Contributed by Anthony P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Nikki Marie
I've loved Maria Mena since I was 16. I'm 31 now. As long as she makes music, I will stan for her.
Ilias Salhi
Her music is so good
BOGDANBLUNT
I listen it similarly, from highschool (around 17 yo), now I am 30.
Sanne C
Same 33 right now.
free styler
أول أغنية سمعتها منها كانت all this time
Håkon Milan
Same. 12 here and 26 now.
ldedear1999
This girl absolutely amazes me. Sometimes I can hardly stand to keep listening, yet couldn't stop if my life depended on it! The first time I heard her ("Victoria"), the world stood still while I played the whole album three times.
mi
What I love about her is that she sounds exactly the same in person <3 She doesn't use autotune. Oh Maria, you just continue to impress me :* What with her amazing voice and songwriting skills. On top of that she has a message to deliver with her songs!
Maria Rodriguez
She might be not “famous” for me, she is the most talented down to earth singer. ❤️ Maria
The Acorn People
Been obsessed with Maria for 13 years! Ever since she released the music video for "You're The Only One" in the U.S. Definitely my first inspiration for lyrics and musical structure. I would give anything to meet her in real life and pick her brain!