Davis self-released her eponymous album in 2012.
In 2018, she released "Delivery" on Rounder Records.
Delivery
Mikaela Davis Lyrics
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Couldn't get me out of bed
But the dreams they kept rolling
Thought I couldn't get ahead
Well you know I tried praying
Tried to wish it all away
Even tried meditating
I'm not in control
I'm not cut out for this
So I took it back to New York
And cried to my mom, oh
I thought I'd know me by now
So I went see a doctor
He said I look mighty fine
But when I went to see the joker
He knew something's on my mind
They say it's all about delivery
Said it's all about my stance
Well the thing I like about you
Is you love me, oh you love me
Ooo you love me, you love me
Love me all the while
You love me, you love me
You love me, you love me
In this song, Mikaela Davis talks about a period of time when she felt lost and hopeless. She struggled to get out of bed and even resorted to prayer and meditation to try and make the feelings go away, but nothing seemed to help. Davis feels like she has no control over her life and is not capable of handling the situation. She seeks refuge by going back to New York to be with her mother, where she cries and shares her feelings.
Next, Davis visits a doctor who tells her she looks fine, but when she sees a therapist, the therapist can sense that something is bothering her. Finally, the therapist advises her that the key to happiness is in the way she delivers her message and how she presents herself to the world. This is a moment of realization for Davis that the way in which she conveys herself to others can affect how she feels about herself. The song ends on a positive note with Davis realizing that someone loves her for who she is, and that is a significant source of comfort for her.
Line by Line Meaning
When I thought my world was over
During the time I felt everything in my life was falling apart
Couldn't get me out of bed
I felt extremely weighed down by the circumstances around me and struggled to get out of bed
But the dreams they kept rolling
Despite my inability to escape the negative thoughts, I kept dreaming of a better future
Thought I couldn't get ahead
I believed that I could not find a way out of the difficult situation
Well you know I tried praying
I attempted to seek solace by praying to a higher power
Tried to wish it all away
I wished that the problems in my life would magically disappear
Even tried meditating
I also tried calming my thoughts through meditation
But the feelings stay the same
Despite all my efforts, I still felt stuck in the same negative emotions
I'm not in control
I came to the realization that I don't have complete control over everything in my life
I'm not cut out for this
I felt like I wasn't strong enough to handle the challenges I was facing
So I took it back to New York
I went back to my hometown of New York to seek comfort
And cried to my mom, oh
I confided in my mother and cried to her about my struggles
I thought I'd know me by now
I expected that I would have figured out my life by now
So I went see a doctor
I visited a medical professional for help
He said I look mighty fine
The doctor told me that physically I was doing well
But when I went to see the joker
However, when I visited a more unconventional healer
He knew something's on my mind
They could tell that I had a deep-seated concern
They say it's all about delivery
Others believe that my problem is the way I communicate rather than the actual circumstance itself
Said it's all about my stance
The way I present myself and my outlook can make a significant difference in how things turn out
Well the thing I like about you
However, I appreciate that you still love and support me despite everything that's going on
Is you love me, oh you love me
I am grateful for your unconditional love and care
Ooo you love me, you love me
The fact that you love me gives me hope and comfort
Love me all the while
Your love for me is unwavering and constant, which means the world to me
You love me, you love me
I want to reiterate that I am thankful for your love and support
You love me, you love me
No matter how tough things get, I know that you will still love me and that brings me a sense of strength
Contributed by Ellie W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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[Verse 1]
When I thought my world was over
Couldn't get me out of bed
But the dreams they kept rolling
Thought I couldn't get ahead
Well you know I tried praying
Tried to wish it all away
Even tried meditating
But the feelings stay the same
[Interlude]
[Verse 2]
I'm not in control
I'm not cut out for this
So I took it back to New York
And cried to my mom, oh
I thought I'd know me by now
So I went see a doctor
He said I look mighty fine
But when I went to see the joker
He knew something's on my mind
[Interlude]
[Verse 3]
They say it's all about delivery
Said it's all about my stance
Well the thing I like about you
Is you love me, oh you love me
Ooo you love me, you love me
Love me all the while
You love me, you love me
You love me, you love me
@DarkerSideOfDawn
Can’t love this enough!
Looking forward to seeing some acoustic versions..
I’m thinking NPR Tiny Desk..
Oh yeah!!
@jharden21
I dig it. Gives me Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino vibes
@sushiguzzler
Thank god for that Spotify ad about your music
@themmmarvels
Can't wait to hear the album. Great production, on this track.
@jsally76
This is so good.I’m getting a Lennon vibe.
@bobpaterson5845
Wow very fine Delivery indeed and looking forward to hearing songs and seeing more great videos....
@spacefacemusic4509
BIG STAR. Good Call.
@jessicajones3605
This is so great! Love your new sound.
@podzrack
such a perferct song
glad i sing it with you
@thomasspears5160
Love it!!! ✌