Child
Mia Z Lyrics
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Oh, there's just something in my eyes
Oh, my eyes are red
Oh, trust me child
my cup runneth over
and over
and over
and over
Come look closer
it runs over
and over
and over
They say child
poor child
They say child
aren't you glad that's over
When you leave part of my dreams
when you've gone to places I've seen
When you've heard the awesomest stories, and you're only sixteen
It'll make you say child
I say child
my cup runneth over
Ooo, I'm so much closer
I know they say let go, let God
But when you're so close, oh, it's so hard
what a feeling when you do
how you think I'm sitting here singing out to you
People call and say child
poor child
They said I'm watching now
and my cup runneth over
and over
Dream, don't stop dreaming child… (repeat)
So I ain't mad
Oh, there's just something in my eyes
My eyes are red
Oh, trust me child
My cup runneth over
and over
and over
and over
The song "Child" by Mia Z is an emotional ballad that explores the feeling of having a heart overflowing with emotion. In the first verse, the singer declares that she is not angry, but there is something in her eyes that suggests otherwise. Her red eyes symbolize the intense emotions she is feeling. She tells the listener to trust her that her cup is overflowing with emotions, and it's been going on for a while. In the chorus, Mia urges the listeners to take a closer look at her and see that her cup is running over, and she can't contain her emotions inside.
In the second verse, Mia talks about a person who has left a deep impact on her, and now they live in different worlds. Although they have gone separate ways, their memories still linger on, and the person is only sixteen. Mia acknowledges that even though they are far apart, her cup still overflows with emotion for that person. In the bridge, the singer notes that people refer to her as a "poor child," but she doesn't pay attention to their words because her cup is still overflowing with emotions. Mia Z's "Child" is an uplifting song that encourages listeners to embrace their emotions, regardless of what others may think.
Line by Line Meaning
I ain't mad
I am not angry or upset.
Oh, there's just something in my eyes
I have something in my eyes, that's causing them to look red.
Oh, my eyes are red
My eyes have become red, probably from continuous crying or lack of sleep.
Oh, trust me child
Believe me when I say this, my child.
my cup runneth over
I have an abundance of blessings in my life.
and over
It keeps happening repeatedly.
Come look closer
Take a closer look at my life.
it runs over
There are so many blessings, that they overflow.
They say child poor child
People talk about me as if I am struggling or suffering.
They say child aren't you glad that's over
People ask me if I am happy that a particular phase of my life is over.
When you leave part of my dreams
When you become a part of my life and my dreams.
when you've gone to places I've seen
When you visit the same places that I have already been to.
When you've heard the awesomest stories, and you're only sixteen
When you have heard some of the best stories and you're still so young.
It'll make you say child
It will make you feel the same way I do, my child.
I say child
I am telling you, my child.
Ooo, I'm so much closer
I am much closer to achieving my goals.
I know they say let go, let God
I know people say to let go and let God take control.
But when you're so close, oh, it's so hard
But when you are so close to achieving your goals, it becomes difficult to let go and let God.
what a feeling when you do
It feels great when you let go and let God take control.
how you think I'm sitting here singing out to you
This is why I am sitting here, singing to you about my feelings.
People call and say child poor child
People call me and say that I am struggling or suffering.
They said I'm watching now
They are watching over me now.
Dream, don't stop dreaming child… (repeat)
Continue to dream, my child. Do not give up.
Contributed by Lauren L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Anushka
This song is just amazing. When Mia left the show I was devastated. Her voice is just addictive and I'm so happy she's being recognized.
Max Marcel
The real winner of this season, pretty voice :D
Tiffany Lopez
My forever favorite track!!!! 🖤🤘
TriforceTK
You totally deserved to win the voice.... this is amazing! Gives me chills :)
Danielle Wright
yes
Nightfire
Mia... You SLAYED it! No autotune needed for you girl! I still can't believe you are only 16. It's crazy! You have true talent, and when you get famous, I'm proud to say I've known you since the voice! Honestly I was devastated when you got out, but when I found out that you had a record deal, I was so happy! (Pun not intended.) I'm not that big of a blues fan, but I will still listen and support you forever. Keep being yourself! ~Lana
Bob alloo
No album yet? And Mia, please keep doing blues and soul.
Liana Akobian
I`m so proud of you Mia!! :)
Maree Gallagher
Liana Akobian
Poetic Fitness
And her new life begins! ;) Well deserved, Mia. You were my favorite on the voice and I wish the best for you and your success.