Some love to run
Some love to watch
And some love it high on a wire
Some love to give
And some love to count
And some will be filled with desire
Marie
Marie
Stay free
Oh, Marie
In the dreams that we dreamed
In the clothes that we wear
In the ones that we lay down beside
In the five thousand years
Not much has changed
The aching yet really [?]
Marie
Marie
You’ll see
Oh, Marie
I’ll eat what you eat
Drink what you drink
And I’ll follow you down for a while
The mountains will shake
And the stars will explode
And I’ll leave with a wave and a smile
Marie
Oh, Marie
You’ll see
Oh, Marie
Exploring the Layers of “Marie”
Bob Seger’s “Marie” paints a vivid portrait of longing, freedom, and human connection. Through evocative lines about running, giving, and desire, Seger captures the varied ways people seek meaning and fulfillment. The recurring invocation of the name “Marie” becomes both a plea for freedom and an ode to a cherished companion. The lyrics suggest that, despite centuries of human experience, the core emotions of love and yearning remain unchanged. Seger’s willingness to “eat what you eat, drink what you drink” illustrates a deep devotion, while the closing lines evoke transient beauty—moments of intense emotion followed by a gentle farewell. The song’s dreamy atmosphere and poetic imagery make “Marie” a subtle meditation on companionship and the passage of time.
Song Credits
- Artist: Bob Seger