Mena was thirteen years old she moved to live with her musician father. She sang and wrote lyrics as a form of therapy for her feelings and frustrations. Not all the stories in her diary became songs, but "My Lullaby" was one of them, expressing her pain from her parents' divorce. After pleading with her father to make a demo, he contacted some industry experts to record Maria's songs in the studio. Then he presented his daughter's demo to the music industry. Sony Music signed Maria Mena to their label.
In March 2002, Mena's single "My Lullaby" reached number five in the Norwegian charts. The young singer quickly gained fans and soon earned her first platinum record. 2005 saw the release of Apparently Unaffected, including singles "Miss You Love" and "Just Hold Me". A significant success in Norway, the album gained three Spellemann nominations: best female artist, best hit, and best music video.
In September 2008 Mena's fifth studio album was released, Cause and Effect.
My Heart Still Beats
Maria Mena Lyrics
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But when I forgive there are no string attached
Was not gonna bring up your flaws in an argument
Not gonna rest on a counter-attack
When you first revealed your betrayal
My first reaction was "how dare you rob me of my trust"
But not even this would be able to shake
I can still see you
Front row point of view
We spent our entire relationship fighting each other
Our goals were exactly the same
I put you through hell by demanding apologies
Even though I was the one causing pain
With your little mishap the ball was in my court
To prove I could be the stronger one of us
By taking over the role you so elegantly played
Those years when I needed a rock
I can still see you
Front row point of view
I hurts, but I'm not about to give you up
Though broken, my heart still beats, it will not stop
Stop.
The song My Heart Still Beats by Maria Mena speaks of forgiveness and trust in a relationship. The opening lines suggest that the relationship has not been easy and there have been struggles, but when the singer forgives, there are no strings attached. The singer refuses to bring up the partner’s flaws during an argument and not retaliate when there is a counter-attack. The lyrics highlight the importance of trust in a relationship, and the steps that the singer is taking to repair the bond despite the hurt and betrayal.
The lines “My first reaction was how dare you rob me of my trust” suggests that the partner has cheated or done something unforgivable that has shocked the singer. However, the betrayal was not able to shake the foundation of the relationship. The chorus “I can still see you, front row point of view” suggests that the singer still has feelings for the partner despite the betrayal. The lyrics “I put you through hell by demanding apologies even though I was the one causing pain” shows that the singer recognizes their mistakes and how it affected their relationship.
Furthermore, the lyrics “With your little mishap, the ball was in my court to prove I could be the stronger one of us” suggest that the betrayal has given the singer the opportunity to show that they are stronger and can take on the role that the partner once played. The last lines of the song “I hurts, but I'm not about to give you up, Though broken, my heart still beats, it will not stop, Stop”, suggests that despite the hurt, the singer is not willing to give up on the relationship and will continue to love, despite of what happened.
Line by Line Meaning
Nobody said it was gonna be easy
Acknowledging that our relationship was never going to be simple.
But when I forgive there are no string attached
Forgiving freely, without expecting any conditions or benefits in return.
Was not gonna bring up your flaws in an argument
Choosing not to use your weaknesses as ammunition when we argue.
Not gonna rest on a counter-attack
Refusing to retaliate in response to your attacks on me.
When you first revealed your betrayal
Recalling the moment you betrayed my trust.
My first reaction was "how dare you rob me of my trust"
Feeling hurt and angry that you took advantage of my trust.
But not even this would be able to shake
Realizing that even your betrayal couldn't destroy the bond we had built.
Our foundation 'cause it was created by us
Recognizing that our relationship was built on a strong foundation that we had both contributed to.
We spent our entire relationship fighting each other
Acknowledging that our relationship was characterized by constant conflict and strife.
Our goals were exactly the same
Despite our constant conflict, understanding that we shared a bond over our mutual goals.
I put you through hell by demanding apologies
Admitting that my demand for apologies was a source of stress and difficulty for you.
Even though I was the one causing pain
Realizing that my actions had contributed to the pain and difficulty in our relationship.
With your little mishap the ball was in my court
Acknowledging that your mistake had given me an opportunity to prove myself.
To prove I could be the stronger one of us
Using this opportunity to show that I was capable of being the bigger person in our relationship.
By taking over the role you so elegantly played
Stepping into the role of being a rock and source of strength for us that you had previously filled.
Those years when I needed a rock
Reflecting on the times when I had relied on you for support and guidance.
I hurts, but I'm not about to give you up
Feeling pain and sadness, but refusing to give up on our relationship.
Though broken, my heart still beats, it will not stop
Recognizing that despite the difficult times, I still have love in my heart and am determined to keep going.
Stop.
Ending the song abruptly, possibly to emphasize the intense emotions being expressed.
Contributed by Isabelle D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.