Heart Of Mine
Peter Malick Lyrics
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You can play with fire but you'll get the bill
Don't let him know, don't let him know that you love him
Oh, don't be a fool, don't be blind, heart of mine
Heart of mine, go back home
You've got no reason to wander, no reason to roam
Don't let him see, don't let him see that you need him
Heart of mine, go back where you've been
The only trouble for you is if you let him in
Don't let him hear, don't let him hear where you're going
Oh, untie the ties that bind, heart of mine
Heart of mine, so malicious and so full of guile
I give you an inch and you take a mile
Don't let yourself fall, don't let yourself stumble
Oh, do the time, don't do the crime, heart of mine
Heart of mine
No, no
Heart of mine
The lyrics of Peter Malick's "Heart of Mine" song seem to be directed towards someone who's in love with someone who's not right for them. The singer is warning their own heart to be still and not fall for this person. The phrase "you can play with fire but you'll get the bill" is a metaphorical warning to not get too involved with this person because it might end up hurting you. The second verse further describes why it's not good to be involved with this person; as they might not be the best for you and it's better to go back home, where one is happy and comfortable instead of wandering and looking for love.
The final verse speaks to the heart directly, as if the heart is a separate entity from the singer. The heart is described as "malicious" and "full of guile" and the singer warns the heart to not let oneself fall for this person. The heart is advised to not fall into temptation and avoid doing "the crime" by falling in love with someone who's not good for it. Overall, the song is a warning to the heart to not let itself fall for someone who's not the right fit, and be careful.
Line by Line Meaning
Heart of mine, be still
Calm down, my emotional self.
You can play with fire but you'll get the bill
Be careful with your actions because they have consequences.
Don't let him know, don't let him know that you love him
Do not express your emotions to the person you're attracted to.
Oh, don't be a fool, don't be blind, heart of mine
Don't make hasty decisions and use rational judgment.
Heart of mine, go back home
Return to your old ways and routine.
You've got no reason to wander, no reason to roam
You don't need to look for new experiences or people.
Don't let him see, don't let him see that you need him
Hide your vulnerability and dependence.
Oh, don't put yourself over the line, heart of mine
Don't exceed your limitations and boundaries.
Heart of mine, go back where you've been
Retrace your steps and actions.
The only trouble for you is if you let him in
The only problem would arise is if you give into temptation.
Don't let him hear, don't let him hear where you're going
Keep your plans secret from the one you're attracted to.
Oh, untie the ties that bind, heart of mine
Detach yourself from any relationships or feelings that are holding you back.
Heart of mine, so malicious and so full of guile
My inner self can be deceitful and crafty.
I give you an inch and you take a mile
I cannot trust my inner self because it can easily lead me astray.
Don't let yourself fall, don't let yourself stumble
Do not make mistakes or falter in your actions.
Oh, do the time, don't do the crime, heart of mine
Take responsibility for your actions and face the consequences of your choices.
Heart of mine
My inner self.
No, no
A plea to not let my inner self take control.
Lyrics © SPECIAL RIDER MUSIC
Written by: Bob Dylan
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