Veronica's self-made success story has caught national attention as Jon Caramanica wrote in the New York Times, "...When someone like Ms. Ballestrini arrives essentially unannounced and begins to attract attention, it’s significant.”
Veronica covers many of her favorite artists, including Carrie Underwood, Taylor Swift, Miranda Lambert etc. These can be seen her Youtube page.
Don't Say
Veronica Ballestrini Lyrics
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Don't say that you will, what I know you won't
It's too late for the hurt to go away,
I'm out of here, no matter what you say.
Don't say it's the first time, when I know it's not
Don't say that your sorry, just cause you got caught,
Cause I see her face in every lie,
And just in case you ever wonder why...
Think back on every word you said to me,
The tears and ever scar that you don't see
This time you don't get off so easily,
The things, I don't say,
Til today.
A trip to the ocean, would sure be nice.
Slow dance with a stranger, and I won't think twice
And if you don't know the reasons I'm gone,
Baby that will change, when you hear this song...
Think back on every word you said to me,
The tears and ever scar that you don't see
This time you don't get off so easily,
The things, I don't say...
Good bye, you know I kinda like that sound
So go find somewhere else to push around
I'm tired of givin in and loosing ground
The things, I don't say,
Til today.
I'm gonna turn around and walk [away]
Go on and get down on your knee [and pray]
You never let the truth get in [the way]
What I call lies you call mistakes,
Read my lips it's not okay...
Think back on every word you said to me,
The tears and ever scar that you don't see
It's time you let me go and set me free
The things, I don't say...
Good bye, you know I kinda like that sound
So go find somewhere else to push around
I'm tired of givin in and loosing ground
The things, I don't say,
Til today
Ooo today, yea yea yea.
Don't say that you do, when I know you don't
Don't say that you will, what I know you won't...
Veronica Ballestrini's song "Don't Say" is a powerful declaration of independence and liberation from a toxic relationship. The lyrics reflect a firm resolution to leave behind a partner who has repeatedly misled and disappointed the singer. The opening lines of the song convey the singer's distrust and disillusionment with her partner's repetitive promises of change and love. She warns him not to say things he doesn't mean or make promises he can't keep. The chorus emphasises her decision to leave no matter what he says or does. The song ends with a triumphant note of goodbye and a newfound sense of freedom.
The lyrics offer an astute commentary on the dynamics of relationships, where one partner may try to maintain control and manipulate the other through promises and falsehoods. The singer, in this case, has had enough and decides to assert her independence, describing the things she had held back for so long. The song's chorus complements well the verses and gives its own insight into the singer's thoughts and feelings, as was mentioned before.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't say that you do, when I know you don't
Don't deceive me by claiming to do something when I already know that you haven't.
Don't say that you will, what I know you won't
Don't make promises you have no intention of keeping, because I already know that you won't.
It's too late for the hurt to go away,
There is no way to erase the pain caused by your actions.
I'm out of here, no matter what you say.
I'm leaving, regardless of anything you might try to say or do to make me stay.
Don't say it's the first time, when I know it's not
Don't try to downplay your mistakes by pretending they're a one-time occurrence when I know they're not.
Don't say that your sorry, just cause you got caught,
Don't apologize solely because you were caught, without truly feeling remorse for your actions.
Cause I see her face in every lie,
Your lies are a constant reminder to me of the person you cheated with.
And just in case you ever wonder why...
I hope you realize the extent of the pain you have caused me.
Think back on every word you said to me,
Recall every hurtful thing you said to me, even if you didn't realize how deeply it would affect me.
The tears and ever scar that you don't see
You have no idea how much you've hurt me, because you cannot see the internal damage you've caused.
This time you don't get off so easily,
You won't be able to escape the consequences of your actions this time.
The things, I don't say,
I've held back many negative things I wanted to say to you.
Til today.
But today, I will not hold back anymore.
A trip to the ocean, would sure be nice.
Getting away from all of this drama and stress is my idea of a relaxing vacation.
Slow dance with a stranger, and I won't think twice
I'm open to experiencing new things, like a dance with someone I don't know, without any other thoughts on my mind.
And if you don't know the reasons I'm gone,
If you're still unaware of the reasons why I'm leaving you...
Baby that will change, when you hear this song...
...this song might help you understand my feelings better.
Good bye, you know I kinda like that sound
I find solace in the fact that I can finally say goodbye to all the drama and sadness.
So go find somewhere else to push around
I refuse to allow you to continue exerting control over me.
I'm tired of givin in and loosing ground
I'm tired of constantly conceding and losing the upper hand in our relationship.
Ooo today, yea yea yea.
Today is the day I finally take control of my life and leave you behind.
I'm gonna turn around and walk [away]
I'm going to physically distance myself from you.
Go on and get down on your knee [and pray]
Perhaps you should ask for forgiveness and pray things might be different if there will be another chance.
You never let the truth get in [the way]
You often prioritize lies and half-truths over full disclosure and honesty.
What I call lies you call mistakes,
Your lies are a constant excuse for you, while I see them as deliberate and malicious.
Read my lips it's not okay...
Your actions and behavior are not acceptable to me and I won't tolerate them anymore.
It's time you let me go and set me free
It's time you allowed me to move on and let go of the toxic relationship between us.
Contributed by Nora S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
alison Hardy
love this song
Brianna B
you helped me through so much thank you Veronica! I love your music, I write my own songs but I've always been to shy to sing them to anyone. I've been wondering if I should. I've always been a push over. You gave me the will to stand up and do something about the people that are around me all the time. Your amazing thank you for helping me a lot of people cant do that.
Blossom Dragon
Brianna B same here and i don't know what to do anymore
James
OMG Veronica, you're added to one of my favourite YouTube artist. Totally love the fact that you shoot your music videos mostly outdoors where I can see the scenery and feel how you feel when singing out the lyrics of the songs you sang. Current Favourites : Sam Tsui Alex Goot Jake coco Jason Chen Megan Nicole Alyssa Bernal Avery * Veronica Ballestrini* - * NEW* . I discovered you through the promoted videos and I can't stop listening to you ! You make my day :D
82DarkRaven
Awesome song Veronica you are a talented artist
Mike D
Underrated song!
Linda DeHaan
You have an amazing voice, and your lyrics are really relatable. You'll go places, i'm sure. :)
Mary Delgado
You are so talented! Love your music! Keep it up!
Luis Chavez Bernard
great song,great voice ,congratulations.
Meret B.
You're amazing! Your music is an inspiration for me! Stay that wonderful!