This Man Is Mine
Heart · Essential Heart [2002]
Now everybody in this neighborhood
All you women better listen good
I know it's just a matter of time
Till one of you steps out of line
All I got is this to say
Simple message to relay
Get out of here and just keep away
'Coz this man is mine
This man is mine
This man, this man is mine
I know the women 'round here recognize something good
Even try to take it if they could
So I'm usin' every little trick I know
Makin' sure that he won't go
I put up all my resistance
All you girls you better keep your distance
We don't need no more of your assistance
This man is mine
This man is mine
This man, this man is mine
He got passion burnin' in his eyes
Steamin' up the night
Always makes me realize
What I done was right
This man is mine
This man is mine
This man is, this man is mine
I'm gonna love him, I'm gonna teach him
I'm gonna tell him, I'm gonna reach him
I'm gonna love him, I'm gonna teach him
I'm gonna tell him, I'm gonna reach him
I'm gonna love him, I'm gonna teach him
I'm gonna tell him, I'm gonna reach him
I'm gonna love him, I'm gonna teach him
I'm gonna tell him, I'm gonna reach him
All you women better listen good
I know it's just a matter of time
Till one of you steps out of line
All I got is this to say
Simple message to relay
Get out of here and just keep away
'Coz this man is mine
This man is mine
This man, this man is mine
I know the women 'round here recognize something good
Even try to take it if they could
So I'm usin' every little trick I know
Makin' sure that he won't go
I put up all my resistance
All you girls you better keep your distance
We don't need no more of your assistance
This man is mine
This man is mine
This man, this man is mine
He got passion burnin' in his eyes
Steamin' up the night
Always makes me realize
What I done was right
This man is mine
This man is mine
This man is, this man is mine
I'm gonna love him, I'm gonna teach him
I'm gonna tell him, I'm gonna reach him
I'm gonna love him, I'm gonna teach him
I'm gonna tell him, I'm gonna reach him
I'm gonna love him, I'm gonna teach him
I'm gonna tell him, I'm gonna reach him
I'm gonna love him, I'm gonna teach him
I'm gonna tell him, I'm gonna reach him
This Man Is Mine
Released on the 2002 compilation Essential Heart, 'This Man Is Mine' stands as a quintessential example of Heart's signature power ballad style. The track features the band's characteristic blend of melodic rock and emotional vocal delivery, anchored by Ann Wilson's soaring lead vocals. As part of their extensive discography, the song exemplifies the band's ability to craft anthemic tracks that resonate with audiences seeking both romantic sentiment and driving guitar riffs. It remains a staple of their live performances and a defining piece of their catalog from the early 2000s, reflecting the enduring appeal of their songwriting and production during this era.