After graduating from UCLA in 2002, Bareilles performed at local bars and clubs. She issued two demos of mostly live tracks in 2003: The First One in April and The Summer Sessions in October.
In January 2004, Bareilles released her first studio album, Careful Confessions. She signed a contract with Epic Records' A&R executive Pete Giberga on April 15, 2005. The remainder of the year and early 2006 was spent writing and reworking songs for her upcoming album.
Her debut major-label album Little Voice came out on July 17, 2007.
You Matter to Me
Sara Bareilles Lyrics
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They've seen things that you never quite say, but I hear
Come out of hiding, I'm right here beside you
And I'll stay there as long as you let me
Because you matter to me
Simple and plain and not much to ask from somebody
You matter to me
I promise you do, you see?
You matter to me
It's addictive the minute you let yourself think
The things that I say just might matter to someone
All of this time I've been keeping my mind on the running away
And for the first time I think I'd consider the stay
Because you matter to me
Simple and plain and not much to ask from somebody
You matter to me
I promise you do, you, you matter too
I promise you do, you see?
You matter to me
And you matter to me
Simple and plain and not much to ask from somebody
You matter to me
I promise you do, you
(Out of hiding I'm right here beside you)
You matter too
(As long as you have me)
I promise you do, you, you matter too
(Out of hiding I'm right here beside you)
I promise you do, you, you matter too
(I do, I promise you do, you matter to me)
I promise you do, you see
You matter to me
In the song "You Matter to Me," Sara Bareilles sings about the importance of human connection and how we all need to feel seen and heard. The opening line of the song, "I could find the whole meaning of life in those sad eyes," suggests that the singer has encountered someone who has experienced a great deal of pain and sadness. However, despite the fact that this person may not express their feelings explicitly, the singer can still hear their pain and wants them to know that they are not alone. The chorus of the song is a simple, yet powerful message: "You matter to me. Simple and plain and not much to ask from somebody. You matter to me. I promise you do, you, you matter too."
The song then moves into the singer's own experience of opening up and sharing with someone else, and how it can be a powerful and transformative experience. The line "The things that I say just might matter to someone" suggests that the singer has been hesitant to share their feelings in the past, perhaps because they feel they won't be heard or understood. However, in this moment, they are willing to take the risk because they realize that the connection they are forming with this other person is worth it. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the message that everyone deserves to be seen and heard, and that we all matter to each other.
Overall, "You Matter to Me" is a song about the power of human connection and the importance of feeling seen and heard. It's a reminder that we all have something to offer each other, and that by opening ourselves up to others, we can create meaningful relationships that can change our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
I could find the whole meaning of life in those sad eyes
Through your eyes, I see a world of stories and emotions that words cannot always express.
They've seen things that you never quite say, but I hear
There is a depth to your pain and experiences that you might not voice, but I am listening.
Come out of hiding, I'm right here beside you
You do not need to retreat into yourself. I am here, ready to offer comfort and support.
And I'll stay there as long as you let me
I am committed to being present for you, but I also recognize that you have agency and control over our interaction.
Because you matter to me
You hold significance and value in my life, and that will not change.
Simple and plain and not much to ask from somebody
The extent of my care for you is straightforward and genuine. It is not unreasonable for you to expect this from someone.
I promise you do, you, you matter too
I want to reassure you that you are not insignificant. You matter as an individual and are worthy of love and attention.
I promise you do, you see?
I want to reiterate that I am not just making empty promises. You truly matter to me, and I hope that is evident in my actions.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Sara Bareilles
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jireh8946
I could find the whole meaning of life in those sad eyes
They've seen things that you never quite say, but I hear
Come out of hiding, I'm right here beside you
And I'll stay there as long as you let me
Because you matter to me
Simple and plain and not much to ask from somebody
You matter to me
I promise you do, you, you matter too
I promise you do, you see?
You matter to me
It's addictive the minute you let yourself think
The things that I say just might matter to someone
All of this time I've been keeping my mind on the running away
And for the first time I think I'd consider to stay
Because you matter to me
Simple and plain and not much to ask from somebody
You matter to me
I promise you do, you, you matter too
I promise you do, you see?
You matter to me
And you matter to me
Simple and plain and not much to ask from somebody
You matter to me
I promise you do, you
(Out of hiding I'm right here beside you)
You matter too
(As long as you have me)
I promise you do, you, you matter too
(Out of hiding I'm right here beside you)
I promise you do, you, you matter too
(I do, I promise you do, you matter to me)
I promise you do, you see
You matter to me
@eccles36
I could find the whole meaning of life in the music she writes.
@playrewindff
No truer words spoken
@torinator420
Did she write this song because I know for sure it’s from the musical waitress
@eccles36
@@torinator420 Yes she wrote all the music in Waitress!
@playrewindff
@@torinator420 she wrote the music for it :)
@torinator420
@@playrewindff oh ok that’s pretty cool then!
@nicolesanchez4954
I’m obsessed with the harmonies in this. Jason’s voice melds beautifully with Sara’s. Divine.
@nicolesanchez4954
3:32 undoes me Every. Single. Time.
@blackthunderbird425
Well, they are actual angels. They and all of the other Stars sing for the same being.
@ajparadise6649
I can really relate to the lines: "It's addictive the minute you let yourself think/The things that I say just might matter to someone". As the oldest of 4 kids, my parents do not really have time for me. I get to talk to them for maybe one minute everyday, the rest of the time they are helping my siblings or working or something. The only time I really get attention from adults is if I do something wrong.
But recently I have gotten to know my amazing teacher really well, and she actually likes hearing what I say, and wants to hear more. It is amazing. But I am afraid I will mess up and then not have anybody to talk to again. So I savor the time I have and try to be careful and make sure the people I love know that they matter to me.