That's When Your Heartaches Begin
Mina Lyrics


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If you find your sweetheart
in the arms of a friend
That's when your heartaches begin.
When dreams of a lifetime
must come to an end
That's when your heartaches begin.
Love is a thing
you never can share
If you bring a friend
into your love affair.
That's the end of your sweetheart,




that's the end of your friend
That's when your heartaches begin.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Mina's song That's When Your Heartaches Begin describes the heart-wrenching feeling of losing someone you love to someone else. The first two lines set the scene of finding one's sweetheart with a friend - a situation that is difficult to accept and can lead to heartbreak. The next two lines explain that this is a moment when dreams of a lifetime come to an end, emphasizing the significance of the loss. The following two lines go on to explain that love is something that cannot be shared, and bringing a friend into a love affair can only lead to the end of both the lover and the friend - basically highlighting the fact that there's no winner in such situations. The recurring phrase of "that's when your heartaches begin" conveys the idea that once such a loss is experienced, it leaves a lasting pain in the heart.


Furthermore, the lyrics connect to a common saying that "love is a two-way street". This saying holds the truth that love is not an isolated sentiment but is meant to be shared with another person. When someone intrudes upon the love shared by two individuals, it leads to chaos and confusion in their life - this is what the lyrics of the song touch upon. Beyond the literal meaning of the words, the lyrics of Mina's song dig deep and portray the sometimes-unpredictable nature of love and the pain that can arise when it doesn't go as expected.


Line by Line Meaning

If you find your sweetheart in the arms of a friend
Discovering that your significant other is being physically intimate with someone you considered to be a close friend is a painful and devastating experience.


When dreams of a lifetime must come to an end
The end of a romantic relationship means the end of shared dreams, plans, and aspirations you had together, which can be heart-wrenching.


Love is a thing you never can share
Love is personal and intimate, and attempting to involve a third party, even a trusted friend, can lead to damaging consequences.


If you bring a friend into your love affair
Inviting a third party into your romantic relationship, even with the best intentions, can lead to jealousy, possessiveness, and ultimately, the end of the relationship.


That's the end of your sweetheart, that's the end of your friend
Bringing a friend into a relationship is a quick way to lose both the romantic partner and the friend, as the situation will inevitably lead to hurt feelings and damaged relationships.


That's when your heartaches begin
The pain of losing both a romantic partner and a friend can be overwhelming and heartbreaking, making it challenging to move forward.




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