Mary
Out Of My Hair Lyrics
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Drifting in the sun
You could spread your words upon me
Like we've just begun
But every time I try to touch you
You burn my mind instead
You only move so I can't reach you
Chorus:
But Mary it's not fun
We're killing things we've done
Reach out for me now
And then you'll find
You blow my mind
You live inside
And then you'll find
You blow my mind
You live inside
Well I can see the things you
Do they make me sad
And I don't know which way to
Take the fears I have
I'll turn around as if to make up some command
And all the time I wonder why
I can't relax
But it doesn't shine,
It doesn't climb,
It doesn't rise
The words we say, wont go away,
They never hide
But I could move the sky above you
Drifting in the sun
And you could spread you words upon me
Like we've just begun
"Mary" by Out Of My Hair is a song about unrequited love and frustration. The lyrics suggest that the singer is deeply in love with someone, but that person seems unattainable and difficult to connect with. The singer tries to reach out, but their efforts are rebuffed, leaving them feeling rejected and isolated. The chorus implies that this dynamic is harming the relationship, as both people are "killing things we've done" by failing to communicate effectively. The singer begs for Mary to "reach out" and connect with them, but acknowledges that it may be too late, as Mary has already "blown their mind" and taken up residence inside their head.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of longing and desperation, as the singer struggles to make sense of their feelings and understand why their efforts to connect with Mary are failing. The repetition of certain phrases, such as "you burn my mind instead" and "you act as if I'm dead," suggests a sense of helplessness and frustration, as the singer feels stuck in a situation they can't control. However, there is also a faint glimmer of hope, as evidenced by the lines "you could spread your words upon me/Like we've just begun." This suggests that despite their current difficulties, there is still a chance for the two characters to connect and start anew.
Overall, "Mary" is a beautiful and poignant exploration of love, loss, and the struggles inherent in human connection. Its heartfelt lyrics and wistful melody make it a standout track for Out Of My Hair, and its themes are likely to resonate with anyone who has ever felt the sting of unrequited love.
Line by Line Meaning
I could move the sky above you
I am willing to do anything for you, even the impossible
Drifting in the sun
My love for you is pure and boundless, like the sun
You could spread your words upon me
I want to hear everything you have to say, even if it hurts me
Like we've just begun
I want us to start anew, without any baggage or grudges
But every time I try to touch you
I want to be close to you, but you keep pushing me away
You burn my mind instead
My love for you consumes me completely, even though it hurts
You only move so I can't reach you
You are intentionally avoiding me and keeping your distance
You act as if I'm dead
You are ignoring me completely, as if I don't exist
But Mary it's not fun
Our relationship is toxic and hurtful, not enjoyable
We're killing things we've done
Our actions are destroying the good times and memories we shared
Reach out for me now
I want you to make the first move and reach out to me
And then you'll find
If you do, you'll discover something special
You blow my mind
You amaze me and leave me in awe
You live inside
You occupy my heart and mind, no matter what happens
Well I can see the things you
I notice the things you do, and they make me sad
Do they make me sad
Your actions hurt me deeply, even though I care for you
And I don't know which way to
I am lost and confused, and don't know what to do
Take the fears I have
My fears and doubts are holding me back from moving forward
I'll turn around as if to make up some command
I am trying to take control of the situation, but it's not working
And all the time I wonder why
I keep questioning why things are the way they are
I can't relax
I am constantly anxious and stressed out, because of you
But it doesn't shine,
Our relationship is not bright or happy
It doesn't climb,
We are not progressing or growing together
It doesn't rise
We are stuck in the same place, and not moving forward
The words we say, wont go away,
The hurtful things we say to each other stay with us, and can't be erased
They never hide
Our problems and issues are always there, even when we try to ignore them
Writer(s): SIMON RAFAEL EUGENE
Contributed by Brody W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.