Ruby
Ronnie Aldrich and His Two Pianos 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 Ronnie Aldrich's song Ruby, the singer describes a woman named Ruby who is not always what she seems. The lyrics suggest that people have warned the singer about Ruby's true nature and that he might get hurt if he becomes involved with her. However, the singer is willing to take the risk because he can't resist Ruby's charms. Despite the potential heartache, he is drawn to her because he sees something special in her that others don't.
The second verse expands on Ruby's character, suggesting that she is someone who doesn't conform to society's standards of right and wrong. Despite this, the singer sees in her a deep emotional connection that is mutual. He describes Ruby as stealing his heart from the start and how he can't resist the pull of her voice. The final line suggests that he feels compelled to be with her no matter the consequences.
Overall, the lyrics to Ruby paint a picture of a woman who is complex and possibly dangerous, yet irresistible to the singer. The song captures the feeling of being drawn to someone despite knowing that it might not end well.
Line by Line Meaning
They say, Ruby you're like a dream
People describe you as a beautiful fantasy
Not always what you seem
But sometimes you aren't what you appear
And though my heart may break when I awake
Even if I am hurt, I don't mind waking up from the dream
Let it be so
It is okay as it is
I only know, Ruby, it's you
I am certain that it's you
They say, Ruby you're like a song
Others describe you as a melody
You don't know right from wrong
However, you may not grasp the idea of morality
And in your eyes I see heart aches for me
I see the pain that you feel for me when I look in your eyes
But from the start, who stole my heart?
Who was the one that captured my heart right from the beginning?
Ruby, it's you
It was undoubtedly you
I hear your voice and I must come to you
Your voice compels me to be with you
I have no choice what else can I do?
I am left with no alternative. What else am I supposed to do?
They say, Ruby you're like a flame
People compare you to a fiery blaze
Into my life you came
You arrived in my life unexpectedly
And though I should beware
Although I ought to be cautious
Still I don't care you thrill me so
I can't help but feel excited by you despite the risks.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: HEINZ ROEMHELD, MITCHELL PARISH
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