Mars
Meryl Rudy Lyrics


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It's like I'm in love
With two people now
I fell for you once
But somehow I can't give it up

We packed up your car
Because you're leaving this town
You're going to Mars
Just tell me if the stars are as bright as they sound

I don't know, love
What I'm going to do
To get myself
Moving on and over you

Just a train ride away
But it doesn't mean I'm going
I put on Ella and Frank to pass the time it takes
To see your face again

We've all got our dreams
But it doesn't mean it don't still kill me
To see you go and be what you need to be
But please remember me when you leave

I don't know, love
What I've got to do
To get myself
Moving on and over you

You've given me love
You've never turned me away
But why does it feel like this goodbye
Is for good this time

You promise me sunshine
And that it's only a short while
Because you're family to me child
And family has no age, no date
No way of knowing if you're okay without being face to face
I miss you, baby

I don't know, love
What I've got to do
To get myself moving on
Moving on
Moving on

I don't know, love
What I've got to do
To get myself
Moving on and over you





You're going to Mars
Are the stars as bright as they sound

Overall Meaning

"Mars" by Meryl Rudy is a heartfelt song that explores the complexities of love and the struggle to let go of someone who is leaving. The singer is torn between two people, having fallen in love with someone before but unable to give up on the relationship. The song begins with the realization that they are in love with two people at the same time, indicating a sense of confusion and emotional conflict.


The second verse reveals that one of the people is leaving town, going to Mars. This departure suggests a physical distance that will only add to the emotional distance between them. The singer expresses curiosity about the stars and whether they are as bright as they are imagined to be. This may symbolize the hope and longing for a greater, more fulfilling experience, like the idea of space exploration.


The chorus reflects the singer's struggle to move on and let go. They are unsure of what steps need to be taken to overcome their feelings and begin to heal. The mention of music, specifically Ella and Frank, shows their attempt to distract themselves and pass the time. It emphasizes the pain and longing they feel for the person who is leaving.


The third verse highlights the discrepancy between dreams and reality. While everyone has their own dreams and aspirations, it doesn't diminish the pain of saying goodbye. The singer acknowledges the need for the other person to pursue their dreams but pleads to be remembered in the process. The song's conclusion brings forth a mix of emotions, longing, and a sense of uncertainty about the future.


Overall, "Mars" beautifully captures the complexities of love, the struggle to let go, and the uncertainty that comes with distance and departure.


Line by Line Meaning

It's like I'm in love
I feel a deep emotional connection


With two people now
But I have feelings for two different individuals


I fell for you once
I developed strong feelings for you in the past


But somehow I can't give it up
But for some reason, I cannot let go of those feelings


We packed up your car
We put your belongings in a vehicle


Because you're leaving this town
Because you are moving away from this place


You're going to Mars
You are going to a distant and unknown place


Just tell me if the stars are as bright as they sound
Please inform me if the celestial bodies shine as brilliantly as they are described


I don't know, love
I am uncertain, my dear


What I'm going to do
How should I proceed


To get myself
To find a way


Moving on and over you
To overcome my attachment to you and move forward


Just a train ride away
Not far, merely a journey by train


But it doesn't mean I'm going
However, it does not imply that I will go


I put on Ella and Frank to pass the time it takes
I listen to Ella Fitzgerald and Frank Sinatra to occupy the duration


To see your face again
Until I have the chance to see your visage once more


We've all got our dreams
Everyone has their aspirations


But it doesn't mean it don't still kill me
However, it still deeply saddens me


To see you go and be what you need to be
To witness your departure and pursuit of what you require


But please remember me when you leave
But please do not forget about me when you depart


You've given me love
You have shown me affection


You've never turned me away
You have always been there for me


But why does it feel like this goodbye
However, why does this farewell


Is for good this time
Seem permanent on this occasion


You promise me sunshine
You assure me of happiness


And that it's only a short while
And that the separation is temporary


Because you're family to me child
Because you are like family to me, my dear


And family has no age, no date
And family connections are not bound by age or time


No way of knowing if you're okay without being face to face
No method of determining your well-being without direct interaction


I miss you, baby
I long for your presence, my darling


Are the stars as bright as they sound
Do the stars truly shine as brilliantly as they are described




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Written by: Meryl Rudy

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