Te Mata Lyrics – Kali Uchis (English)
Te Mata Lyrics (English)
[Verse 1: Kali Uchis]
I, who am the devil of your story
The one who knew that to fly, I'd have to find my own wings
And I kept that pain inside my soul (With calm)
The one who stayed as if nothing with all your mistreatment
(As if nothing always)
And I allowed your actions, they hurt me like bullets (Like bullets)
The one who cried herself to sleep and woke up to continue the nightmare
[Chorus: Kali Uchis]
Well, that's in the past, I'm not that person anymore (Ah)
If that makes me bad, then devil is what I am
You'll never be able to cut my wings (Uh)
And that's what kills you (Ah)
Well, that's in the past, I'm not that person anymore (Ah)
Finally, I am happy, my days are no longer gray
I finally realized that I deserve much more (Uh)
And that kills you (It kills you)
[Verse 2: Kali Uchis]
You have to accept that I'm just a memory now
If you're looking for someone to blame, look in the mirror
You never really knew me, remember it wasn't worth it
(You never really knew me, even less now)
It's time to understand, you have nothing to do with me
And there's nothing more to talk about, I've tried
It's best we leave the past right where it is
I don't live in the past (And this part is danced really close)
[Bridge: Kali Uchis]
I'm with someone who makes me happy
Loves me as I am, makes me laugh
So just let me be
I'll never give you what you want from me (Uh)
La-la-la, la-la-la
La-la-la, la-la-la, la-la
[Chorus: Kali Uchis]
Well, that's in the past, I'm not that person anymore
(I'm not that person anymore)
If that makes me bad, then devil is what I am
(Devil is what I am)
You'll never be able to cut my wings (My wings)
And that's what kills you (Kills you, kills you, kills you)
Well, that's in the past, I'm not that person anymore (Uh)
Finally, I am happy, my days are no longer gray (Uh)
I finally realized that I deserve much more
And that kills you (It kills you)
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Te Mata Lyrics Meaning
"Te Mata" by Kali Uchis is a song about personal growth, self-empowerment, and moving on from a toxic past. The singer has found happiness and independence and is unapologetic about embracing her newfound strength and self-worth. The song conveys a sense of closure and liberation from a negative relationship or situation. Let's explain the meaning of each paragraph.
[Intro]
Kali Uchis begins the song by stating, "A mí me gusta que vean lo feliz que soy sin ellos," which translates to "I like it when they see how happy I am without them." This sets the tone for the entire song, where the singer is expressing her newfound happiness and independence after leaving behind a negative relationship or situation.
[Verse 1]
In this verse, Kali Uchis refers to herself as "the devil" in someone's story, indicating a turbulent and challenging past. The verse talks about the journey of finding one's own strength and resilience, symbolized by "finding my own wings." The pain and hurt inflicted by another person were concealed within her, but she continued to endure it without reacting strongly. The verse also touches on the idea that she used to cry herself to sleep due to these hurts, effectively illustrating the emotional strain she went through.
[Chorus]
The chorus conveys a shift in the singer's outlook. She proclaims that the past is behind her, and she is no longer the same person. If being strong and independent makes her "mala" (bad), she embraces it and asserts that no one can clip her wings, which is a metaphor for her independence. Her newfound strength and happiness are described as something that "kills" or hurts the person from her past who tried to hold her back.
[Verse 2]
This verse emphasizes the idea that the person she is addressing is now just a memory in the past. She encourages the other person to look in the mirror if they seek to assign blame. She also highlights that this person never truly knew her, and their involvement in her life wasn't worth it. She indicates that it's time for them to accept that they have no connection with her anymore. The lines "It's best we leave the past right where it is" reflect her desire to move on from the past without dwelling on it.
[Bridge]
The bridge of the song takes a more positive turn. Kali Uchis highlights that she is now with someone who makes her happy, accepts her for who she is, and brings laughter into her life. She tells her past partner that they will never get what they want from her. This section reinforces her newfound happiness and the idea that she's moved on to a better, more supportive relationship.
[Chorus]
The final chorus reiterates the theme of change and self-empowerment. Kali Uchis emphasizes that she is no longer the person she once was. She is now genuinely happy, and her days are no longer gray. She recognizes her self-worth and independence, and she suggests that this realization is something that troubles her past partner.
In summary, "Te Mata" is a song of personal growth, independence, and resilience. It conveys the message that the singer has moved on from a challenging past and is now in a better place in her life, empowered and unapologetically herself.
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Cast & Crew
- Album
- Kali Uchis (Singles)
- Artist / Band
- Producer(s)
- Josh Crocker & Manuel Lara
- Writter(s)
- Kali Uchis, Josh Crocker & Manuel Lara
- Released On
- October 20, 2023
Kali Uchis (Singles) Songs
- 1.After the Storm ft. Tyler The Creator, Bootsy Collins
- 2.Fue Mejor ft. SZA
- 3.Labios Mordidos (English) ft. KAROL G
- 4.Labios Mordidos ft. KAROL G
- 5.Loner
- 6.Muñekita (English) ft. El Alfa, JT
- 7.Muñekita ft. El Alfa, JT
- 8.Te Mata (English)
- 9.Te Mata
- 10.Telepatía
Kali Uchis Albums
FAQs & Knowledge
Who is the singer of "Te Mata" song?
"Te Mata" song is sung by Kali Uchis.
Who is the lyrics writer of "Te Mata" song?
"Te Mata" song lyrics written by Kali Uchis, Josh Crocker & Manuel Lara.
Who is the music producer of "Te Mata" song?
"Te Mata" song music composed & produced by Josh Crocker & Manuel Lara.
When was "Te Mata" song released?
"Te Mata" song was released on October 20, 2023.