The phrase "The heart wants what it wants" is a popular saying that expresses the idea that emotions and desires, especially those related to love and affection, often defy logic or reason. It suggests that people are drawn to what they feel deeply about, regardless of external circumstances or rational considerations.
Origin and Usage
- The phrase was famously popularized by American singer-songwriter Selena Gomez in her 2014 song titled The Heart Wants What It Wants.
- It has been used in literature and everyday speech to convey the sometimes uncontrollable nature of human emotions.
Meaning
- Emotional Truth : The heart (symbolizing feelings) has its own desires that may not align with what the mind thinks is best.
- Inevitability : It implies acceptance that some feelings are beyond our control.
- Romantic Context : Often used to explain why people fall in love with someone unexpected or stay in complicated relationships.
Example Usage
- "Even though everyone told her to move on, she stayed because the heart wants what it wants."
- "He knew it wasn’t logical, but the heart wants what it wants."
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