Ruby
Mary Ann Moore Lyrics
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Not always what you seem
And though my heart may break when I awake
Let it be so
I only know, Ruby, it's you
They say, Ruby you're like a song
You don't know right from wrong
But from the start, who stole my heart?
Ruby, it's you
I hear your voice and I must come to you
I have no choice what else can I do?
They say, Ruby you're like a flame
Into my life you came
And though I should beware
Still I don't care you thrill me so
Mary Ann Moore's song "Ruby" is a song about a woman named Ruby who is enigmatic and complex. The singer acknowledges that Ruby is like a dream, not always what she seems. However, despite the potential heartbreak that comes with getting too close to Ruby, the singer cannot help being drawn to her. Ruby is described as being like a song, unable to discern right from wrong, and her eyes are said to be filled with heartache for the singer. Despite this, the singer recognizes that it was Ruby who stole their heart.
The lyrics continue with Ruby being compared to a flame, and although the singer knows they should be wary of her, they cannot help being thrilled by her presence in their life. The song overall has a melancholy undertone, as the singer is acutely aware of the risk involved in pursuing Ruby. However, they cannot resist her pull and loyalty to her.
Overall, "Ruby" by Mary Ann Moore is a song about the power of attraction and the ways in which we can become captivated by those who may not be good for us. It is a haunting song that speaks to the struggles inherent in human relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
They say, Ruby you're like a dream
People describe you as a dream, Ruby, but you're not always as you appear to be.
Not always what you seem
You're not always honest about your true intentions.
And though my heart may break when I awake
Even though I might feel heartbroken when I realize the truth about you,
Let it be so
I accept it as the way things are.
I only know, Ruby, it's you
Despite all of that, Ruby, you're the one I desire.
They say, Ruby you're like a song
People compare you to a song, Ruby, but you don't know the difference between right and wrong.
You don't know right from wrong
You have trouble distinguishing between what's right and what's not.
And in your eyes I see heart aches for me
I can tell you have pain for me from the way you look at me.
But from the start, who stole my heart?
Regardless of everything, Ruby, you're the one who captured my heart from the beginning.
I hear your voice and I must come to you
Your voice has a strong pull on me, Ruby, and I can't resist it.
I have no choice what else can I do?
I feel like I have no other options but to be with you.
They say, Ruby you're like a flame
Ruby, people say you're like a flame that came into my life and ignited my passion.
Into my life you came
You entered my life suddenly, Ruby.
And though I should beware
Even though I should be cautious,
Still I don't care you thrill me so
I can't help but feel thrilled by you despite the potential risks.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: HEINZ ROEMHELD, MITCHELL PARISH
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