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Over You
Miranda Lambert Lyrics


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Weather man said it's gonna snow
By now I should be used to the cold

Mid-February shouldn't be so scary
It was only December
I still remember the presents, the tree, you and me

But you went away
How dare you, I miss you
They say I'll be OK
But I'm not going to ever get over you

Living alone here in this place
I think of you, and I'm not afraid

Your favorite records make me feel better
'Cause you sing along with every song
I know you didn't mean to give them to me

But you went away
How dare you, I miss you
They say I'll be OK
But I'm not going to ever get over you

It really sinks in, you know
When I see it in stone

'Cause you went away,
How dare you, I miss you
They say I'll be OK
But I'm not going to ever get over you

Overall Meaning

Miranda Lambert’s “Over You” is a poignant song that speaks about the pain of losing someone you love. The song is about Lamberts’ own experience of losing her brother at a young age. The opening lines, “Weatherman said it’s gonna snow, by now I should be used to the cold,” convey the feeling of numbness and the idea that she should be able to deal with the loss by now. She then goes on to talk about the feeling of sadness in mid-February, a time when it should not be scary, as it was only in December when they were all together.


The chorus is the emotional core of the song. The lines “How dare you, I miss you, they say I’ll be okay, but I’m not going to ever get over you” express the feeling of betrayal and sadness that comes with losing someone close to you. The second verse is about Lambert finding solace in music, particularly her ex’s favorite records. The lines “I know you didn’t mean to give them to me” show that sometimes memories of the departed can be painful, but they still bring a sense of comfort at the same time. The bridge brings everything full circle as she talks about seeing it in stone, meaning the realization that her loved one is gone forever.


Line by Line Meaning

Weather man said it's gonna snow
The weather forecast predicts snowfall, which serves as an external reminder of the coldness and loneliness of the singer's life.


By now I should be used to the cold
The singer has been through enough heartbreaks and difficulties to acclimate to the pain, but it still hurts.


Mid-February shouldn't be so scary
Although February is usually associated with love, warmth, and Valentine's Day, the singer feels overwhelmed and scared by her feelings of loss and sadness.


It was only December
The artist is reflecting on a recent event or breakup that occurred in December, but it feels like it was just yesterday due to the emotional pain and the heavy weight of their absence.


I still remember the presents, the tree, you and me
The artist recalls happier times with their partner, such as the holiday season when they exchanged gifts and decorated a Christmas tree together.


But you went away
The singer's partner left, abandoned, or passed away, leaving the singer feeling lost, broken, and alone.


How dare you, I miss you
The singer feels angry, hurt, and betrayed by their partner's departure, but they still yearn for them and their presence in their life.


They say I'll be OK
People around the artist are trying to reassure them that they will eventually move on from this heartbreak, but the artist feels it's impossible to do so.


But I'm not going to ever get over you
The artist expresses their conviction that they will never be able to fully recover and let go of their partner or the happy memories they shared together.


Living alone here in this place
The artist is residing in a house or an apartment that once housed joyful moments shared with their partner, but is now empty and full of painful reminders.


I think of you, and I'm not afraid
Thinking about their partner's absence and memories, reminds the singer of their love and affection, allowing them to find a sense of comfort amidst the pain.


Your favorite records make me feel better
The artist finds solace in listening to their partner's favorite music and singing along, as it reminds them of happy times shared with their partner.


'Cause you went away.
The singer repeats this line for emphasis, emphasizing the profound impact of their partner's departure and its lasting effects.


It really sinks in, you know
The realization that their partner is gone and won't be coming back, becomes more and more painful for the singer over time, rather than the other way around.


When I see it in stone
Seeing something solid and permanent, such as a tombstone or grave marker, makes the reality of their partner's absence hit home for the singer.


But I'm not going to ever get over you
The artist reaffirms their conviction that no matter what people say, they can never let go of the love and connection they shared with their partner.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Blake Shelton, Miranda Lambert

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@munchkinland7297

Weather man said it's gonna snow
By now I should be used to the cold
Mid-February shouldn't be so scary
It was only December
I still remember the presents, the tree, you and me
But you went away
How dare you?
I'll miss you
They say I'll be okay
But I'm not going to ever get over you
Living alone here in this place
I think of you, and I'm not afraid
Your favorite records make me feel better
'Cause you sing along
With every song
I know you didn't mean to give them to me
But you went away
How dare you?
I'll miss you
They say I'll be okay
But I'm not going to ever get over you
It really sinks in, you know, when I see it in stone
'Cause you went away
How dare you?
I'll miss you
They say I'll be okay
But I'm not going to ever get over you

🖤💔🖤💔🖤💔🖤



All comments from YouTube:

@barbs8431

This song was written and sang only by Miranda Lambert. It was written about Blake sheldons brother in a tragic accident. He could not perform it. Only she could make the tears fall by singing this song; I play it alot after loosing many siblings in the past years. She is the Queen of Country in my eyes and I am way much older; thank you Miranda for performing this so eloquently. you are a true hearted person. Even though you are not with Blake such a lovely gift you gave him performing this song for his brother:(

@rockismyflavor

You are 100% right. @mirandalambert is an amazing loving woman. Women of any age should take a page out of her book! Love you Miranda, 🙏 💖🤟

@tawnyazarcone8598

Not True! They both wrote the song together!

@christiannerkel5275

I lost 3 siblings within a 6 yr period. It’s very difficult to listen to her sing it but it’s so full of the emotion I feel.. sorry for your losses..

@DreamerEasy831

What album is this on? Beautiful...

@Dan97LHS

Lost my father seven years ago and I still miss him so much to this day. Folks tried to tell me that I was going to be okay but you never get over losing someone special to you. This song is so beautiful.

@frederickobrien48

We lost our daughter 1982 to a viral infection, she was 2 1/2. Katy Ann Grace.......We lost her older brother in 1996 , he was 19....Suicide....."They say I'll be okay, I'm not going to, ever get, over you."

@ehc2980

​@@frederickobrien48 OMG, I cannot even begin to imagine such pain. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. May God bless you and your family.

@frederickobrien48

@@ehc2980 Thank you very very much.

@soniaramirez6607

​@@frederickobrien48I'm so sorry for your tremendous losses ❤

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