Hard To Put In Words - Maria

Hard To Put In Words by Maria explores feeling misunderstood, carried by delicate finger picked guitars, soft percussion, and passionate vocals.

Hard To Put In Words by Maria is an insightful and emotionally rich song that dives deeply into the ache of feeling misunderstood by someone who matters greatly. The arrangement is built around delicate finger picked guitars that create an intimate, almost conversational atmosphere, allowing the listener to feel as though they are sitting beside her as the story unfolds. Soft yet purposeful percussive rhythms weave through the track, adding a pulse that mirrors the emotional tension. Maria’s vocals are the centerpiece, delivered with a blend of restraint and passion that brings out the subtleties of every feeling she is trying to express. The production remains gentle and spacious, giving her voice room to resonate, linger, and breathe.

“Cause I don't wanna keep wasting time, wasting life. Just cause I see things differently. It's hard to put in words.”

Lyrically, the song captures the difficulty of expressing emotions that feel too complex, fragile, or overwhelming to articulate. It reflects the universal tension between longing to be understood and fearing that true intentions will be misinterpreted or overlooked. Maria’s passionate performance brings this internal struggle to life, shifting effortlessly between quiet vulnerability and soaring emotional release. Each phrase feels honest and deeply personal, as if drawn from a place of lived experience. By pairing her heartfelt storytelling with thoughtful musicality, Maria creates a song that not only speaks to those who have felt unseen, but also reminds listeners of the bravery required to reveal one’s inner truth.

Review by James Theocharous