London born, Irish raised singer songwriter Maverick Sabre is breaking the … Read Full Bio ↴London born, Irish raised singer songwriter Maverick Sabre is breaking the mould. With his soulful voice and skillful guitar playing, he draws audiences in a leaves them in wonder. Silencing crowds with his lamenting social-political content, this young rising star is generating a lot of interest from press and booking agents alike. Recently tipped by Hot Press as being the Irish newcomer who will give the established artists some serious competition, Maverick was also nominated 'Best Homegrown Act' in the 2008 Urban Takeover Awards. He is currently showcasing his talents at numerous show-cases in both Ireland and London, his versatile style making him hot property for agents booking for both Hip Hop events and singer-songwriter gigs. After supporting Plan B in concert, performing at the Roundhouse and working on new material, Maverick Sabre is rising from strength to strength, sharing stages with artists including Get Cape, Wear Cape, Fly, Riz MC and Bashy... most definitely a young man whose musical journey will be followed closely by many.

According to Songfacts, his debut single, Look What I Done, was released on February 28, 2011.

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Emotion
Maverick Sabre Lyrics

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I sat up in the back seat
I'm driving 'round these back streets
Something's getting at me
I'm numb so what does that mean?

Am I sad because you lied?
Or am I mad because you tried?

Hm, don't want to deal with the politics
But that's the deal when I'm numb with it
Yes I'm trying to be positive
But I'm feeling the opposite
I've been down these lonely roads before
And where they lead is only war
I can't do this anymore (Woah woah woah woah)

Ain't nobody love me better
But ain't nobody cause me pain like you
Ain't nobody love the things I could do
Woah woah woah woah

Driving through the city lights
My brother is trying to ring my line
Telling me leave it behind
But the fire is burning in my eye
I can hear the voices
Saying there's no choices
And I can hear the voice speak
While the mad in me ignores it

This jealousy keeps telling me I'm always right
And this envy from my head and me just keeps me blind
So I unlock the door, step outside the car
This is what I want, but I'm not really sure (Woah woah woah woah)

Ain't nobody love me better
But ain't nobody cause me pain like you
Ain't nobody love the things I could do
Woah woah woah woah

Ain't nobody love me better
And ain't nobody love the things I could do

Ain't nobody love me better
But ain't nobody cause me pain like you
Ain't nobody love the things I could do
Woah woah woah woah

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Overall Meaning

The song "Emotion" by Maverick Sabre is a powerful expression of conflicting emotions following a tumultuous relationship. The song's lyrics explore the feeling of numbness and confusion that lingers after a breakup. The opening lines set the tone for the song, as Sabre sings, "I sat up in the back seat, I'm driving 'round these back streets, something's getting at me, I'm numb so what does that mean?" The singer is going through the motions of life but feels disconnected from everything and unsure of what his feelings mean.

Sabre grapples with the emotions of sadness and anger as he tries to make sense of what has transpired. He questions whether he is sad because his partner lied or angry because they tried to hurt him. He acknowledges the difficulty of navigating the politics of a breakup while feeling emotionally numb. He tries to maintain a positive outlook but admits that he feels the opposite.

The chorus repeats the lines "Ain't nobody love me better, but ain't nobody cause me pain like you, ain't nobody love the things I could do" while adding "woah" to provide a feeling of hopelessness and helplessness. In the end, Sabre steps out of the car, unsure of what he wants, as jealousy and envy threaten to consume him.

Line by Line Meaning

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A vocal expression of emotion

I sat up in the back seat
I am not in control of my life and am feeling passive

I'm driving 'round these back streets
I am aimlessly moving through life

Something's getting at me
I am troubled by something

I'm numb so what does that mean?
I am unable to feel emotions and am questioning the reason

Am I sad because you lied?
I am unsure about my own emotions and need clarification

Or am I mad because you tried?
I am attempting to identify and understand my own emotions

Hm, don't want to deal with the politics
I am unwilling to engage in complex arguments or discussions

But that's the deal when I'm numb with it
I am aware that I am indifferent and detached from reality

Yes I'm trying to be positive
I am making an effort to stay optimistic

But I'm feeling the opposite
I am struggling to maintain a positive outlook

I've been down these lonely roads before
I have dealt with similar emotional struggles in the past

And where they lead is only war
The outcome of previous emotional battles was negative

I can't do this anymore (Woah woah woah woah)
I am exhausted from constantly battling my own emotions

Ain't nobody love me better
I am acknowledging that I have experienced love from others

But ain't nobody cause me pain like you
You, specifically, have caused significant emotional pain

Ain't nobody love the things I could do
I have talents or abilities that people love

Driving through the city lights
I am physically moving through the city

My brother is trying to ring my line
My family is concerned about my well-being

Telling me leave it behind
They are advising me to let go of my troublesome emotions

But the fire is burning in my eye
I am still feeling strong emotions despite their advice

I can hear the voices
I am experiencing internal thoughts and emotions

Saying there's no choices
I feel like I am trapped with no options

And I can hear the voice speak
I recognize a voice of reason within myself

While the mad in me ignores it
I am hesitant to listen to my own reason due to unstable emotions

This jealousy keeps telling me I'm always right
Jealousy is influencing my judgment and making me feel justified

And this envy from my head and me just keeps me blind
I am envious and it is preventing me from seeing the full picture

So I unlock the door, step outside the car
I am taking action to physically remove myself from the situation

This is what I want, but I'm not really sure (Woah woah woah woah)
I am ambivalent about my decision and am uncertain about the outcome

Ain't nobody love me better
I am still reflecting on past relationships

And ain't nobody love the things I could do
I understand and appreciate my own talents and abilities

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A vocal expression of emotion

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: David James Wolinksi, Miachel James Stafford, Richard O'Connor, Stephen David McGregor

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