In My Mind
Matt Berry Lyrics
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I asked, "How high?"
Cool your jets
Just somethin' in my eye
But here I am
Grown
I've come so far
Alone
I count the days
Until I see you again
I count the ways
That we can do it again
But here I am
Shy
No way a tear
In my eye
I feel too sad
So I shall wave goodbye
Bid adieu
Just somethin' in my eye
But here I am
There I went
It's no surprise
It's devil sent
The lyrics to Matt Berry's "In My Mind" speak to a seemingly unresolved conflict between the singer and an unnamed person who has told them to "Jump." The singer's initial response is to ask "How high?" indicating a sense of obedience or willingness to follow this person's command. However, they eventually cool down before the person can give further instructions, citing "just somethin' in my eye." The singer then reflects on their personal growth since that moment, acknowledging their independence and strength.
In the next verse, the singer expresses longing to reunite with this person and lists the ways in which they can repeat the experience. However, they admit to being shy and not wanting to show any emotion, even though they feel sadness. In the final moments of the song, the singer decides to leave, stating that they feel too sad to continue. They also acknowledge "just somethin' in my eye" once again before concluding that their unfortunate circumstances are "devil sent."
The song's meaning is somewhat ambiguous, but it could suggest a power struggle or power dynamic between the singer and the unnamed person. The line "just somethin' in my eye" may serve as a defense mechanism, allowing the singer to avoid confrontation or control from this person. The singer's growth and independence may represent a recognition of their self-worth outside of this person's influence, or they could be a means of taking back control.
Line by Line Meaning
You said, "Jump"
You instructed me to take action
I asked, "How high?"
I asked for clarification on the specific level of action you were requesting
Cool your jets
Please calm down or relax
Just somethin' in my eye
I have an obstacle that is impeding my vision or emotional state
But here I am
Despite everything, I am present and accounted for
Grown
I have matured and developed since our previous interaction
I've come so far
I have made significant progress in my journey
Alone
I have accomplished my success independently
I count the days
I am eagerly anticipating our next encounter
Until I see you again
I am looking forward to the next opportunity to interact with you
I count the ways
I contemplate the various methods with which we can engage or reconnect
That we can do it again
I want to recreate and experience the connection we previously shared
Shy
I feel hesitant or cautious about expressing my emotions or vulnerability
No way a tear
I refuse to show outward signs of weakness or sensitivity
In my eye
My emotional state is causing me difficulty with my vision or clarity of thought
I feel too sad
I am experiencing intense emotions that are impacting my well-being
So I shall wave goodbye
I need to say farewell and depart from this situation
Bid adieu
I am formally saying goodbye and expressing my good wishes
There I went
I was not in control of my emotions or actions
It's no surprise
The negative outcome was expected or predictable
It's devil sent
The cause of my troubles or difficulties is beyond my control or understanding
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Written by: Matt Berry
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