Ruby
Randy Dorman Lyrics
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Not always what you seem
And though my heart may break when I awake
Let it be so
I only know, Ruby, it's you
They say, Ruby you're like a song
You don't know right from wrong
But from the start, who stole my heart?
Ruby, it's you
I hear your voice and I must come to you
I have no choice what else can I do?
They say, Ruby you're like a flame
Into my life you came
And though I should beware
Still I don't care you thrill me so
In Randy Dorman's song "Ruby," the singer describes a woman named Ruby who is often misunderstood, but he cannot help being drawn to her. He begins by saying that Ruby is like a dream, not always what she seems, but regardless of any potential heartache he may face because of her, he cannot help but be drawn to her. This suggests that Ruby has a mysterious and perhaps unpredictable quality to her that makes her captivating to the singer.
The singer then goes on to describe how others perceive Ruby as being someone who does not know right from wrong, but when he looks in her eyes he sees that she is experiencing heartache because of him. This suggests that Ruby's perception of reality may differ from that of others, but in some way, she is uniquely connected to the singer. Despite the challenges that may arise from being connected to her, he is still in love with her.
Line by Line Meaning
They say, Ruby you're like a dream
People say that you, Ruby, are a beautiful and idealized vision of something that may not be fully true.
Not always what you seem
You may not always appear or act in a way that aligns with what others expect or assume of you.
And though my heart may break when I awake
Even if the reality of who you are doesn't match up with the idealized version of you, I'm willing to accept it and not let it change my feelings towards you.
Let it be so
I am willing to accept you for who you truly are.
I only know, Ruby, it's you
Regardless of any differences between expectations and reality, my love and feelings are directed towards you specifically.
They say, Ruby you're like a song
You, Ruby, are often unpredictable or hard to understand, like a complex melody that is difficult to grasp fully.
You don't know right from wrong
Your actions or decisions may not always align with what is deemed acceptable or justified by society's standards.
And in your eyes I see heart aches for me
Despite any flaws or contradictions that may exist within you, I can tell that you have genuine feelings and emotions towards me.
But from the start, who stole my heart?
It's unclear how or when exactly my affections towards you began, but nevertheless they are strong and unwavering.
Ruby, it's you
Once again, my declaration of love and feelings being aimed specifically towards you and no one else.
I hear your voice and I must come to you
Your presence, whether physical or only auditory, holds a strong pull on me, causing me to want to be close to you.
I have no choice what else can I do?
The magnetic effect you have on me is so powerful that it seems to leave me no other option but to be drawn to you.
They say, Ruby you're like a flame
Once again, you, Ruby, are described as something intense and potentially dangerous, like a fire that can burn and consume if not handled with care.
Into my life you came
Despite any potential hazards, you entered my life and brought with you a sense of passion and excitement that I can't resist.
And though I should beware
Even with the potential for harm or unintended consequences, I am still drawn to you and can't help but want to be near you.
Still I don't care you thrill me so
The excitement and joy you bring to my life outweighs any potential downsides or risks, making it all worth it to be with you.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: HEINZ ROEMHELD, MITCHELL PARISH
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