The Juliana Theory was an indie, alternative rock, and post-hardcore quinte… Read Full Bio ↴The Juliana Theory was an indie, alternative rock, and post-hardcore quintet from Pennsylvania formed in 1997 by Brett Detar, formerly of Zao. and Chad Alan. The band released its first two albums, "Understand This Is A Dream" (1999) and "Emotion Is Dead" (2000), as well as the "Music from Another Room EP" (2001) on Tooth and Nail Records. In 2002, the band signed to Epic Records and released the acclaimed cd "Love" (2003). When not in the studio, the band was always on the road, criss-crossing the US/Canada over a dozen times and touring Europe and Australia. In late 2005, they released their final album "Deadbeat Sweetheartbeat" before disbanding in February of 2006. They then released "A Small Noise" (2006). The band believed that their swan song - Deadbeat Sweetheartbeat was their best written and best performed record.

• Brett Detar - vocals, guitars
• Chad Alan - bass, backing vocals
• Joshua Fiedler - guitars
• Joshua Kosker - guitars, backing vocals
• Josh Walters - drums

This Valentine Ain't No Saint
The Juliana Theory Lyrics

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You got away with murder and all I got was the brunt.
You were swinging you words like punches. It was your shot, your shot, your shot.
At least I got away with your money, and all you got was my heart.
I'm never telling you that I'm sorry, cause it's your fault, your fault, your fault.

But now that you're gone everything is all right. In fact I'm better off this way.
Now that you're dead to me it's all right. I'll never throw my heart away.

You like to point your finger, but girl you know it's not that hard.
You told me that I was heartless, but that's what you got so wrong.
At least I got away with your money, and all you got was my heart.
I'm never telling you that I'm sorry, cause it's your fault, your fault, your fault.

I was minding my own business when you sought me out to shoot me down.

But now that you're gone everything is all right. In fact I'm better off this way.
Now that you're dead to me it's all right. (Shot down again, already dead).
I'll never throw my heart away.

I was minding my own business when you sought me out to shoot me down.
Where were you when I needed you? You just sought me out to shoot me down.
Come on and get it.

Murder.

But now that you're gone everything is all right. In fact I'm better off this way.
Now that you're dead to me it's all right. (Shot down again, already dead).
I never throw my heart away.

Goodbye, goodbye Valentine…
That's what you want. That's what you'll get.

Overall Meaning

The Juliana Theory's "This Valentine Ain't No Saint" is a song about a tumultuous and ultimately doomed romantic relationship, with the lyrics conveying feelings of anger, betrayal, and revenge. The first verse suggests that the singer's partner has done something terrible – perhaps cheated or stolen from them – and that the singer has retaliated by taking their money. The repetition of "your fault" emphasizes the singer's frustration and unwillingness to take responsibility for any part of the situation. The chorus brings a note of relief, suggesting that the singer is better off without the partner and will never again put their heart on the line.

The second verse continues the theme of blaming the partner and suggests that they were hypocritical in criticizing the singer's behavior. The line "I was minding my own business when you sought me out to shoot me down" indicates that the singer feels victimized and unfairly targeted by the partner. The chorus repeats the message of the first, emphasizing the newfound freedom and sense of closure that comes with ending a toxic relationship. The outro punctuates the song with a sarcastic "goodbye Valentine," implying that the singer is finally finished with the partner's superficial romantic gestures and is ready to move on.

Line by Line Meaning

You got away with murder and all I got was the brunt.
You caused me great harm and pain, and yet you were the one who walked away without any consequences.

You were swinging you words like punches. It was your shot, your shot, your shot.
Your hurtful words felt like physical blows, and it was entirely your decision to use them against me repeatedly.

At least I got away with your money, and all you got was my heart.
I managed to take something valuable from you, while you only obtained something that I had already given you willingly.

I'm never telling you that I'm sorry, cause it's your fault, your fault, your fault.
I refuse to apologize to you because you are the only one responsible for the pain and damage that you caused in our relationship.

But now that you're gone everything is all right. In fact I'm better off this way.
Now that you have left my life, everything has improved for me and I am much happier without your negativity and toxicity.

Now that you're dead to me it's all right. I'll never throw my heart away.
I have emotionally cut ties with you and moved on, and I refuse to let anyone else break my heart ever again.

You like to point your finger, but girl you know it's not that hard.
You are quick to blame others for your problems, but you know that it's not difficult to take responsibility for your own actions.

You told me that I was heartless, but that's what you got so wrong.
You accused me of being cold and unfeeling, but in reality it was you who lacked empathy and compassion in our relationship.

I was minding my own business when you sought me out to shoot me down.
I was content with my life when you purposely sought me out to hurt and attack me.

Where were you when I needed you? You just sought me out to shoot me down.
You weren't there for me when I needed your support and understanding, yet you had no problem causing me pain when it suited you.

Goodbye, goodbye Valentine…
I am saying farewell to the person who used to hold a special place in my heart, but who is no longer welcome in my life.

That's what you want. That's what you'll get.
You wanted to cause harm and destruction in our relationship, and now you must accept the consequences of your actions.

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