Recording with GarageBand in her parents' guest bedroom, creating percussion tracks with hair straighteners, Maia began self-releasing songs on YouTube as "mxmtoon" in 2017. After initially attempting to write comedy songs, she began writing songs that embodied her emotions such as "feelings are fatal", which only required a USB microphone and GarageBand. The song currently has over 23 million streams on Spotify. Her 2017 collaboration with Japanese lo-fi producer peachy!, "Falling for U", reached nearly 40 million streams on Spotify by June 2019. Maia began secretly releasing music to the public, but was later compelled to tell her friends and family after experiencing viral success online. In 2018, Maia released her debut EP, plum blossom, which was reviewed by Earmilk, i-D and Hypebeast, and gained more than 100 million streams on Spotify by August 2019. The EP's single "i feel like chet" is a tribute to one of her favorite jazz musicians, Chet Baker.
After high school, Maia took a "gap year" by postponing college to focus on her music. She was planning to study architecture after graduating high school, until her music went viral in April 2018. In November 2018, she announced her "plum blossom tour". Her first tour, initially scheduled for five US shows with fellow Californian singer-songwriter khai dreams in March 2019, sold out, and was extended to include additional concerts in North America and Europe, including opening appearances for bedroom pop YouTuber Cavetown in the United Kingdom. Maia made her first appearance on a billboard in Times Square when Spotify advertised her single "dream of you" for their New Music Friday playlist.
Prior to the release of the masquerade, Spotify announced the release of 21 Days, a music podcast that follows Maia while she works on the album in New York City. Liz Gateley of Spotify praised Maia's online following as well as her social presence, stating that "She obviously has lots of followers already, but that's not enough. The person had to be the right human too, and we felt she had both." The podcast is an eight-episode audio diary that includes interviews with family, friends and collaborators, including the album's producer Cavetown.
Maia's debut studio album the masquerade was released on September 17, 2019. The album peaked at 17 on the US Heatseekers Chart and at 45 on the US Indie Albums Chart. It features "prom dress", a "light and peachy tune" described as "relatable, infectious hook-led pop that speaks to millennials". The single is inspired by experiences from her own big night and deals with social anxiety and the problems that come with being a teen in modern society. The song has been streamed over 30 million times on Spotify, and has been used in 100,000 videos on TikTok. Maia's back catalogue of songs have also received tens of millions of online streams.
Joshua Bote of Paste described the ten-track album as "comforting twee-pop that wrings out genuine pathos from mxmtoon’s internet celebrity". Matt Yuyitung of Exclaim! wrote "[Maia] brings her wry sense of humour and diary-entry lyricism to her debut record, recalling the lo-fi relatability of Frankie Cosmos."
Maia embarked on her sold out "the masquerade Tour" of North America and United Kingdom in September 2019. She released her first graphic novel "The Adventures Of Mxmtoon: The Masquerade" in October 2019. Kirsten Spruch from Billboard wrote, "The novel seamlessly pairs with the album, encapsulating her introverted, teenage tendencies and free-flowing creativity." Gabe Bergado from Teen Vogue described the book "a captivating, charming visual journey that complements the dreamy album." She released an accompanying animated short film for the graphic novel in November 2019.
In November 2019, Maia announced via Twitter that she would be joining American singer-songwriter Lauv for his 2020 summer tour of Asia supporting his album how i'm feeling.
On November 19, 2019, Kobalt Music Group announced that they would be signing mxmtoon to their label under a global publishing deal. This deal will include administration and creative support for current music catalogue and future works. Creative Vice-President at Kobalt, Melissa Emert-Hutner, stated "Maia is truly the voice of her generation; by sharing her beautiful, heartfelt music with the world and growing her brand organically, she exemplifies the DIY spirit and aesthetic that Kobalt embraces." Emily Bines, a senior creative director at Kobalt added "Mxmtoon is exactly the type of forward-thinking creative that we dream about working with at Kobalt. Her vision, matched with her team’s passion to bring it to fruition is unwavering. We will be hearing from Maia for a long time to come."
Maia released the masquerade (the edits) on November 22, 2019. The EP features remixes from songs on the masquerade from names like Chloe Lilac, Alexander 23 and Chloe Moriondo. In November 2019, Dork put Maia on their Hype List of 2020, alongside names like girl in red, Beabadoobee and Maisie Peters.
In December 2019, Maia re-recorded the song "prom dress" in Simlish, the fictional language used in The Sims games, to help promotion. The Simlish version was added to The Sims 4 on December 12, 2019. Maia reacted on Twitter with "countless hours of playing the sims has helped me become fluent in simlish... and guess what?? prom dress was just added to #thesims4 today!" A week later Maia released the music video for "unspoken words", which revolves around her Chinese-American upbringing as well as her relationship with her Chinese grandmother.
Maia released her first single of 2020, "Fever Dream" in January 2020.
please don't
mxmtoon Lyrics
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I know I'm not perfect
But I′m trying
Said I'm trying
So, please don't give up on me
I know I′m not perfect
But I′m trying
Never forcing me to talk until I'm adjusted
So I
Just wanted to thank you
And I know I can be difficult
I know I can be sad
But for some reason you′re still here
Standing to my side
So please don't give up on me
I know I′m not perfect
But I'm trying
You stuck by my side
And I don't why
But please don′t go
I don′t want you to go
I don't want you to go
And I know I can be difficult and hard to understand
But for some reason so far you′ve stuck around
So please don't leave me now
Please don′t leave me now
It might seem a little selfish
And if it is I am so sorry
I just don't feel safe without you
When you′re gone I feel so goddamn dreary
So goddamn dreary
And I wanna be there for you
I mean that's the least I can do
I'm just working on myself
And I need a little help to make it through
So thank you being there for me
Even if sometimes I disagree
With things you have to say to me
But your honesty is really key
Please don′t give up on me
I know I′m not perfect
But I'm trying
I′m trying
Please don't give up on me
I′m still just learning
Taking baby steps as I go, steps as I go
Please don't give up on me
I know I′m not perfect
But I'm trying
I'm trying
Please
I said, please
The song "Please Don't" by mxmtoon is an emotional ballad about someone pleading with their loved one to not give up on them, despite their imperfections and difficulties. The song explores the singer's insecurities and fears, as well as their gratitude for the unwavering support of their loved one. The lyrics express the singer's feelings of vulnerability and the need for guidance, reassurance, and love.
Throughout the song, the singer acknowledges their flaws and admits to being difficult and sad at times, yet they are still asking for patience and understanding from their loved one. The lyrics "But for some reason you're still here, standing to my side" and "And I don't know why, but please don't go" show the singer's confusion as to why their loved one has stayed by their side despite their flaws, yet the plea for them to remain is genuine and heartfelt.
Line by Line Meaning
Please don't give up on me
Asking someone to continue supporting and believing in the singer
I know I'm not perfect
Acknowledging flaws and imperfections
But I'm trying
Putting in effort to improve and do better
Said I'm trying
Reaffirming the effort being put in
You're the only person that I've ever trusted
Expressing gratitude for the trust the person has shown
Never forcing me to talk until I'm adjusted
Appreciating the understanding and patience given in communication
Just wanted to thank you
Sincere gratitude for their presence and support
And I know I can be difficult
Recognizing the challenges and difficulties they might present
I know I can be sad
Admitting to feelings of sadness or negativity
But for some reason you're still here
Acknowledging that despite the challenges, the person has stayed by their side
Standing to my side
Showing support and loyalty during tough times
You stuck by my side
Reiterating the support given
And I don't why
Expressing confusion about why the person is still there even during tough times
But please don't go
Asking the person not to leave despite any difficulties
I don't want you to go
Expressing a desire for the person to continue to stay
And I know I can be difficult and hard to understand
Recognizing their own challenges in communication and connection
But for some reason so far you've stuck around
Acknowledging the person's continued presence despite challenges
So please don't leave me now
Asking the person to keep supporting them in the present
It might seem a little selfish
Admitting that this request might come across as self-centered
And if it is I am so sorry
Apologizing for any unintended harm
I just don't feel safe without you
Expressing a deep need and reliance on this person
When you're gone I feel so goddamn dreary
Describing the negative emotions felt when the person isn't around
And I wanna be there for you
Describing a desire to reciprocate the support given
I mean that's the least I can do
Acknowledging that their support is just a small part of what the person deserves
I'm just working on myself
Explaining that they are trying to improve themselves
And I need a little help to make it through
Acknowledging that support from others is necessary for personal growth
So thank you being there for me
Expressing appreciation for the person's support
Even if sometimes I disagree
Recognizing possible disagreements, but still appreciating the person's honesty and presence
With things you have to say to me
Acknowledging that the person offers guidance and input
But your honesty is really key
Recognizing the importance of the person's honesty and direct communication
I'm still just learning
Admitting to being a work in progress and still figuring things out
Taking baby steps as I go, steps as I go
Describing a slow but deliberate process of growth and improvement
Please
Reiterating the request for continued support
Writer(s): Maia
Contributed by Maria J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Eoin Daly
So for those wondering, I think the chords and stuff are :
C maj7 (0002)
C 7 (0001)
C 6 (0000)
F (2010)
Strum pattern:
DD - UU - UDUDU
Then there's a little bit of harmony done on the A string on frets 3, 5, 7, 10, and 12 (Can be played with the chords, but I think she does is separately)
I'm not entirely sure about any of this, I'm on a concert uke, so it may be different for some of you guys, but yea, hope this helps!
Also, love the song dude <3
Chelsea Delgado
this probably wont be seen. but.
I've been in a 5 year relationship with my high school sweet heart. We feel in love at 15 and now that we're 20. i know its my fault, i loved him to much from the start. He was my first love in anything. Coming from a very strict catholic home he was my gate away to have fun. (im not talking about sex or drugs) although after 1 year i did lose my virginity to him and ive been with him every since. we did everything together, my parents hated him but i love him. Through thick and thin ive been with him. I took the blame for everything even tho it wasnt my fault. On our 4 year anniversary my little sister got a ukulele that year and when i first listen to this song i would practice every day after work and school till i got every note and every word perfect. (at least in my head) On our picnic date i sang it to him and he said he wouldnt leave me and blah blah blah.
This summer in july i moved in with him, during this move i missed the fall semester of college. On Oct 18 i lost my job due to a car accident and my injures were bad. So i've basically been like a stay a home "wife" or whatever. its been hard because he has college every morning and work in the evening and sometimes he likes to go out with the boys. (which i dont mind because we're in our 20s and i want him to get his fun out before we decide to really settle down). So mostly im home alone 80% of the time. 10% with my mom here and there and the other 10% are if we go on a date.
literally just an hour ago he comes home from college and tells me that he wants to talk, (im thinking he's stressed out from midterms)
He says he misses being alone and he get irritated when i give him too much attention or love. He says im too clingy and that now im way more annoying that i was before i moved in.
(mind you I NEVER BITCh about him going out or how late he gets home, i never complained about being home alone because im a very patience person)
so he continues this rant and every words he says my heart is just sinking more and more as im glancing at our prom picture. He says he leaving with a friend to clear his mind and that he'll be back before midnight. i didnt say a word and he left. i put on youtube and put on a random playlist as im cleaning around the room and finishing laundry.
This song comes on and i just stop what im doing as i lay on the corner on the bed and im slowly thinking of when i sang this song to him and im just start bawling quietly (i live with his family and he has kinda of a big family)
and im calling my "friends" to talk about whats going on because i know its bad for me to bottle up things inside me, no one is answering and this song is just making me want to smile but to cry at the same time. im currently just waiting for him to come home to let me know what he wants. at this moment im just crying with my laptop on my lap and im currently just trying to breath and take every moment as it is.
Thank you for listening.
maisarah ubaidi
Please don't give up on me
I know I'm not perfect, but... I'm trying
I said, please don't give up on me
I know I'm not perfect, but... I'm trying
You're the only person that I've ever trusted
never forcing me to talk until I'm ajusted,
so I
Just wanted to thank you
I know I can be difficult,
I know I can be sad,
but for some reason you're still here
standing to my side
Please don't give up on me
I know I'm not perfect, but... I'm trying
You're stuck by my side
and I don't why
but please don't
I don't want you to go
And I know I can difficult and hard to understand
but for reason so far you've stuck around,
so please don't leave now
It might seem a little selfish
If it is I am so sorry
I just don't feel safe without you
When you're gone it just feels so goddamn dreary
And I wanna be there for you too
I mean that's the least I can do
I'm just working on myself
And I need a little help to make it through
So thank you being here for me
even if sometimes i disagree
with things you have to say about me
but your honesty is really key
Please don't give up on me
I know I'm not perfect, but... I'm trying
Please don't give up on me
I am still just learning taking baby steps as I go
Please don't give up on me
I know I'm not perfect, but... I'm trying
Cherry Clouds
Mxmtoon: “I know I’m not perfect..”
Me: slams fist on table and hugs mxmtoon GIRL, YOU PUT THE P IN PERFECT.
Helper Onie67
A pink Lollipop lol
AraxieTyne
But why “P”?
xuan
A pink Lollipop 😂
Ahric Johnson
She is perfect
Vopsea
omg i love your music so much. i would love to animate this song.
Cryptic_Hades
Vopsea you did a great speedpaint. :D
No It's me
Vopsea Yes!!
erin jackson
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If you still want, you can contact mxmtoon via mxmtoon@gmail.com
the email will always be on her soundcloud ( https://soundcloud.com/mxmtoon ) as well as the faq
if i helped at all, your welcome :)