How to Love (cover) - Mathai

Sharon Mathai
28 Nov 201103:42

TLDRIn this heartfelt cover, Mathai delivers a rendition of Lil Wayne's 'How To Love,' reflecting on the song's message of heartache and growth. The cover is a personal take, as if addressing a close friend or sister navigating through life's challenges. Mathai's performance invites listeners to consider the complexities of love and self-discovery, with a focus on resilience and the pursuit of the best in oneself.

Takeaways

  • 🎤 The cover is of the song 'How To Love' by Lil Wayne.
  • 🎵 Mathai is the artist performing the cover.
  • 💭 Mathai's interpretation of the song is as a message to a close friend or sister going through heartache.
  • 🤔 Mathai is unsure of the exact meaning of the song but shares a personal take on it.
  • 👧 The song mentions a girl who had a laugh and never had to figure things out.
  • 👠 It talks about how she has grown up and become confident and successful.
  • 🕊️ The girl never felt insecure, even for a brief moment.
  • 🔄 As she grew older, she reflected on her past and how it influenced her decisions.
  • 🌐 The world's impact on her has shaped her choices and actions.
  • 💔 There's an implication of a struggle to love or be loved, or perhaps a regret in past relationships.
  • 🌟 Mathai wants the listener to know they deserve the best and encourages them to fight for it.

Q & A

  • Who is the artist performing the cover?

    -The artist performing the cover is Mathai.

  • What song is being covered?

    -The song being covered is 'How to Love' by Lil Wayne.

  • What does Mathai think about when performing this song?

    -Mathai thinks of herself talking to one of her best friends or a sister who is going through a lot of heartache.

  • What is the main theme of the song according to Mathai?

    -The main theme of the song, according to Mathai, is about dealing with heartache and learning how to love.

  • How does Mathai interpret the message of the song?

    -Mathai interprets the song as a message of encouragement and reflection for someone who has been through difficult emotional experiences.

  • What emotions does Mathai seem to convey while performing the cover?

    -Mathai conveys emotions of empathy, understanding, and support while performing the cover.

  • Why does Mathai mention feeling insecure?

    -Mathai mentions feeling insecure in the context of reflecting on how the person in the song feels about themselves and their past.

  • What does Mathai mean by saying 'you came back ten times over'?

    -Mathai is emphasizing resilience, suggesting that the person in the song has overcome their difficulties and become stronger.

  • What is the significance of the phrase 'looking over your thoughts' in the song?

    -The phrase 'looking over your thoughts' signifies self-reflection and the impact of past experiences on one's decisions and feelings.

  • What does Mathai hope for the listeners of her cover?

    -Mathai hopes that listeners will enjoy the cover and perhaps find some comfort or connection with the message of the song.

Outlines

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🎤 Artistic Dedication to a Friend

The speaker, Matai, introduces their intention to cover Lil Wayne's song 'This Is How To Love,' relating it to a personal connection with a close friend or sister experiencing emotional turmoil. They express uncertainty about their interpretation but hope to convey empathy and support through their rendition. The lyrics shared focus on the growth and transformation of a person from childhood innocence to adult self-awareness, highlighting the insecurities and self-reflection that come with maturity.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡cover

A 'cover' in the context of music refers to a new performance or interpretation of a previously recorded song by another artist. In the video, Mathai is performing a cover of 'How To Love' by Lil Wayne, meaning she is offering her own rendition of the song, which can involve changes in style, tempo, or emotional expression.

💡heartache

Heartache is a term used to describe the emotional pain or sadness one feels due to a broken heart, often as a result of a failed relationship or unrequited love. In the script, Mathai mentions that the song is like talking to someone going through a lot of heartache, indicating that the song's lyrics address the feelings of emotional distress.

💡insecure

To feel 'insecure' means to lack confidence in oneself, often due to self-doubt or fear of judgment from others. The script mentions looking at someone for five seconds without them feeling insecure, which suggests a desire for the person to feel comfortable and confident in their own skin.

💡blessing

A 'blessing' is something that is gratefully received and viewed as a gift or advantage. In the context of the script, Mathai describes the growth of the person she is addressing as a blessing, implying that their development and maturity are seen as positive and fortunate.

💡regret

To 'regret' something is to feel sad or disappointed about something one has done or failed to do. The script states that the person never regretted themselves, suggesting they have no remorse or second thoughts about their past actions or decisions.

💡divisions

Divisions refer to the differences or separations between things or people. In the script, Mathai talks about 'divisions' in the context of the person's thoughts, indicating that their perceptions or beliefs have been influenced by the world around them, leading to a sense of separation or distinction.

💡intentions

Intentions are the aims or purposes behind an action. The script mentions that it was not Mathai's intention to be the one listening, which could imply that she found herself in a supportive role unexpectedly, perhaps offering comfort or advice to someone in need.

💡love

Love is a complex and multifaceted emotion that involves deep affection, care, and attachment towards someone. The title 'How To Love' and the repeated phrase 'never figure out how to love' in the script suggest that the song explores the complexities and challenges of understanding and expressing love.

💡deserve

To 'deserve' something means to be worthy of it, often due to one's actions or character. Mathai states that the person she is addressing deserves the best, indicating a belief in their inherent worth and the idea that they should seek or expect the highest quality in life.

💡fight

To 'fight' for something typically means to struggle or contend for it, often showing determination and resilience. In the script, Mathai encourages the person to fight for her, which can be interpreted as a call for them to stand up for themselves or to actively pursue what they want or need.

Highlights

Mathai introduces herself and mentions that she is going to do a cover of 'How to Love' by Lil Wayne.

She reflects on how the song makes her think of talking to a best friend or sister going through heartache.

Mathai starts singing the cover with a soft and emotional tone.

The lyrics 'so you had a laugh, she never really had nothing to figure out' convey the confusion and struggles of the subject.

Mathai's voice captures the vulnerability in the lyrics, 'trying to put together, it's hard not to say.'

The phrase 'never had a life, when you was to say I'm in your legs' indicates the challenges faced by the person.

She emphasizes the lyrics 'were so precious now you're grown up so, fly it's like a blessing,' highlighting the contrast between youth and adulthood.

Mathai's voice becomes more powerful as she sings, 'but yeah look at you for five seconds without you feeling insecure.'

The line 'you never regretted yourself so when you got older you swear that you came back ten times over' is delivered with deep emotion.

Mathai highlights the impact of past decisions with the lyrics 'looking over your thoughts, divisions the fact you saw the world affected all your decisions.'

The phrase 'wasn't in your intentions to be the one' reflects on the unintended consequences of the subject's actions.

Mathai's voice softens as she sings 'listening to me be the one listening, baby,' showing tenderness.

The lyrics 'never figure out how to love, you' express the central theme of the song.

She conveys a sense of loss with the line 'didn't last, last corner.'

Mathai concludes with the powerful message 'so I even know that you deserve the best, I want you, want you to fight for me.'