Christina Perri Feat. Jason — Mraz - Distance

Experience the chemistry between Perri and Mraz through their official video and notable live performances:

Perri wrote the song based on her personal experience in the summer of 2010 when she fell in love with someone she worked with closely. Because she had to hide her feelings, the lyrics focus on the "tension" of being near someone your heart longs for without being able to show it. christina perri feat. jason mraz - distance

"Distance" by Christina Perri featuring Jason Mraz is a mid-tempo ballad that explores the emotional strain of loving someone at the wrong time. Released on , this version serves as the third single from the deluxe edition of Perri's debut album, Lovestrong . Meaning and Inspiration Experience the chemistry between Perri and Mraz through

: Lines like "Say I love you when you're not listening" and "Please don't stand so close to me / I'm having trouble breathing" highlight the struggle of maintaining boundaries while feeling deep affection. The Collaboration with Jason Mraz Released on , this version serves as the

Directed by and released on June 30, 2012, the official music video visualizes the song's theme of separation.

: The video concludes with Perri stripping down a wall of photos and tearing through a physical wall, signifying the moment of letting go and breaking the emotional tension.

: Perri noted that the audience and band felt a unique chemistry during that first performance, which led them to record the duet version for the deluxe single release.