Reason
Mars Lyrics


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She keeps her cards
Close enough to decide
That she needs no one
And wouldn't have it otherwise
She won't speak about love
You can have her only for a while (a while)
She won't feel your rush
She has it all in the works

She won't look my way, she won't think of us
I won't take a chance on my ego gettin' crushed

She has her reasons not to stay
And I have my reasons to walk away
She has her reasons not to stay too long
Around here, around this side of town

I was doing well on my own before I met you
Now everything is inside out
When you cross my mind, I wish I could forget you
You've become a poltergeist

She has her reasons not to stay
And I have my reasons to walk away
She has her reasons not to stay too long
She has her reasons not to stay
And I have my reasons to walk away




She has her reasons not to stay too long
Around here, around this side of town

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Mars's song "Reason" delve into the complexities of a relationship that seems to be on the verge of falling apart. The first verse introduces the female character who keeps her emotions guarded and distances herself from love and commitment. She refuses to speak about love and allows others to be a part of her life only temporarily, indicating a fear of getting too attached or vulnerable. She seems to have a clear plan for her life, and she doesn't want anything to disrupt it.


The singer, on the other hand, desires a deeper connection with her. He longs for her attention and affection, but she remains distant and uninterested. He acknowledges the risk of rejection, stating that he won't take a chance on his ego being crushed. Both characters have their own reasons for not staying in the relationship for too long, and the chorus emphasizes this conflict. They have their separate justifications to walk away and avoid getting too involved in each other's lives.


As the song progresses, the singer reflects on how his life was perfectly fine before meeting her. However, everything has now turned upside down, with thoughts of her consuming his mind. He wishes he could forget her, but she has become like a haunting presence, disrupting his peace of mind and leaving him unsettled.


Overall, "Reason" explores the intricate dynamics of a relationship where the two individuals have their own reservations and struggles to stay connected. It portrays the struggle between longing and self-preservation, highlighting the challenges of balancing one's desires with the need for personal space and independence.


Line by Line Meaning

She keeps her cards
She is secretive and keeps her true intentions hidden


Close enough to decide
She keeps the information close enough to make calculated decisions


That she needs no one
She believes she is independent and doesn't require anyone


And wouldn't have it otherwise
She prefers it this way and wouldn't want it any different


She won't speak about love
She avoids discussing love or emotional connections


You can have her only for a while (a while)
She is only available for a temporary period of time


She won't feel your rush
She doesn't allow herself to be affected by someone's haste or urgency


She has it all in the works
She has everything planned and under control


She won't look my way, she won't think of us
She avoids acknowledging or considering a potential relationship with me


I won't take a chance on my ego gettin' crushed
I won't risk my self-esteem being damaged or hurt


She has her reasons not to stay
She has valid justifications to not remain in a relationship


And I have my reasons to walk away
I have my own valid motives to leave the situation


She has her reasons not to stay too long
She has sensible explanations to not prolong her presence


Around here, around this side of town
In this particular area or community


I was doing well on my own before I met you
I was content and thriving independently prior to our encounter


Now everything is inside out
Now everything feels chaotic and disorganized


When you cross my mind, I wish I could forget you
When you come to my thoughts, I long to be able to erase you from my memory


You've become a poltergeist
You have transformed into an unsettling and haunting presence in my life


Around here, around this side of town
In this particular area or community




Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Mubarak Chanzu

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Ive been falling in love with this song~

Joe Feldberg

Ein sehr schöner Song! Viele Grüße Joe

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se la dedique a mi ahora esposo y le encanto

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나도 ㅋ

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The Voice of Germany

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찬호야 노래 좋네..

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I can't find info about this awesome singer

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