Sarah

Mojave 3's song 'Sarah' delves into the themes of longing, vulnerability, and emotional struggle. The lyrics paint a picture of a person who has been separated from Sarah for a significant amount of time, leading to a sense of disconnection and difficulty in expressing emotions. The opening lines, 'Sarah I can't see / Your hair has grown too long,' suggest a physical and emotional distance that has grown over time, making it hard for the narrator to find the right words to reconnect.

The song explores the idea of emotional walls, with the lines 'Lonesome fools build lonesome walls / To hide behind and cry behind.' This metaphor highlights the common human tendency to build barriers to protect oneself from pain and vulnerability. However, the narrator insists, 'But I'm not one,' indicating a refusal to succumb to this isolation. Despite this, the repeated refrain 'But I can't hide / I'm hurting babe / But I can't cry' reveals an internal conflict. The narrator is in pain but struggles to express it openly, suggesting a deep-seated fear of vulnerability.

The imagery in the song is poignant, particularly in the lines 'Drew you a picture to remember / Threw it on the fire like a piece of pine.' This act of burning a picture symbolizes the destruction of memories and the emotional turmoil that comes with it. The narrator's conflicting emotions are further emphasized by the contrasting images of Sarah being 'mad,' 'cold,' 'mean,' and 'bold.' The repeated plea 'Lay your love on me' at the end of the song is a desperate call for connection and emotional support, highlighting the narrator's ultimate desire for love and understanding despite the barriers they face.