Machine Gun Kelly released his fifth album, Tickets to My Downfall, in 2020; it marked a complete departure from hip hop and entry into pop punk. It debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, the only rock album to do so that year, and contained the single "My Ex's Best Friend" (with blackbear), which reached number 20 on the Hot 100. He achieved similar commercial success with its follow up mainstream sellout (2022).
Machine Gun Kelly had his first starring role in the romantic drama Beyond the Lights (2014), and since appeared in the techno-thriller Nerve (2016), the horror Bird Box (2018), the comedy Big Time Adolescence and portrayed Tommy Lee in the biopic The Dirt (both 2019).
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Studio albums
Lace Up (2012)
General Admission (2015)
bloom (2017)
Hotel Diablo (2019)
Tickets To My Downfall (2020)
mainstream sellout (2022)
Deluxes Versions
Lace Up (Deluxe) (2012)
General Admission (Deluxe) (2015)
bloom (Deluxe) (2017)
Tickets To My Downfall (SOLD OUT Deluxe) (2020)
mainstream sellout (life in pink deluxe) (2022)
Mixtapes and EP's
Stamp of Approval (2007)
Homecoming (2008)
100 Words and Running (2010)
Lace Up! (2010)
Rage Pack (2011)
Half Naked & Almost Famous - EP (2012)
EST 4 Life (2012)
Lace Up (The Prelude) (2012)
Black Flag (2013)
Fuck It (2015)
BINGE (2018)
lockdown sessions (2022)
genre : sadboy (2024)
More Than Life
Machine Gun Kelly Lyrics
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I looked to God, even he doesn't want me
I grind my teeth in my sleep 'cause of bad dreams
Try to live my life, but this ecstasy's inside me
Damn, I can't wake up happy
I just took a knife to the strings that attach me
Every day's passing, everyone's laughing
Jfk, they might find my brains in the backseat
I'm trying my best not to open up my heart
It's been torn apart too many times
But without you I'd die, and I don't wanna die
Not today, not tomorrow, not tonight, I don't wanna die
I need you, I need you more than life
More than life, more than life, more than life
Sorry shit didn't work out, like (Glaive)
She's a pretty little liar, over-analyzer
I fell in love with you and I don't mind it
But I know, baby, this won't go how we expected
But when I told you that I fuckin' love you, shit, I meant it
"She's doin' coke in the bathroom", when did I ask you?
Stuck in a bad mood, slipped and I passed you
Fuck, I'm a bad dude, guess you're attached to me
Yeah, I guess you're attached to me
I'm trying my best not to open up my heart
It's been torn apart too many times
But without you I'd die, and I don't wanna die
Not today, not tomorrow, not tonight, I don't wanna die
I need you, I need you more than life
More than life, more than life, more than life
More than life, more than life, more than life
(More than life, more than life, more than life)
No
I need you, I need you more than life
I need you, I need you, yeah
What's the point of livin'? I heard death is easier
I fell in love, but I'm scared, I won't keep her
What's the point of livin'? I heard death is easier
I looked over my shoulder and I see the Reaper
Yeah, yeah, yeah
I'm trying my best not to open up my heart
It's been torn apart too many times
But without you I'd die, and I don't wanna die
Not today, not tomorrow, not tonight, I don't wanna die
I need you, I need you more than life
More than life, more than life, more than life
I need you, I need you more than life, yeah
In the song "More Than Life," Machine Gun Kelly and Glaive share their struggles with mental health and the fear of being alone. In the first verse, Machine Gun Kelly talks about feeling empty and detached from everything, including God. He also mentions nightmares and addiction, which could suggest that he's using drugs to cope with his pain. He goes on to say that he feels suicidal but wants to hold on to the hope that his relationship can save him. However, he's afraid to open up his heart again, as it's been broken too many times before. Glaive's verse echoes MGK's sentiments, as he talks about falling in love with someone who's toxic and struggling with addiction. He acknowledges that their relationship is not healthy, but he still wants to hold on to it. He also talks about feeling afraid of losing her and the inevitability of death.
Overall, "More Than Life" is a poignant and introspective song that lays bare the vulnerability of its creators. Both MGK and Glaive are honest about their struggles with mental health and addiction, which are issues that affect many people. The song highlights the importance of seeking help and connecting with others, as no one can face their problems alone.
Line by Line Meaning
I fill my lungs 'cause my heart's made of concrete
Despite feeling numb and emotionless, I try to keep breathing and keep going.
I looked to God, even he doesn't want me
I don't feel loved or wanted by anyone, including a higher power.
I grind my teeth in my sleep 'cause of bad dreams
My nightmares plague me even in my unconscious state, causing physical discomfort.
Try to live my life, but this ecstasy's inside me
I strive to live a normal life, but my addiction to ecstasy consumes me from within.
Damn, I can't wake up happy
No matter what I do, I can't seem to find genuine happiness.
I just took a knife to the strings that attach me
I cut off ties and connections in order to avoid getting hurt again.
Every day's passing, everyone's laughing
I feel like time is slipping away and everyone else around me is happy, while I'm stuck in pain.
Jfk, they might find my brains in the backseat
I feel so low and lost that I contemplate suicide, and it's a real possibility in my mind.
I'm trying my best not to open up my heart
I'm guarding myself from being vulnerable and getting hurt again.
It's been torn apart too many times
My heart has been broken repeatedly, making it difficult to trust and love again.
But without you I'd die, and I don't wanna die
I'm dependent on the other person for my survival, as I fear I wouldn't be able to cope without them.
Not today, not tomorrow, not tonight, I don't wanna die
I try to push away thoughts of death and focus on staying alive for just a little bit longer.
I need you, I need you more than life
The other person means everything to me, more than even my own existence.
Sorry shit didn't work out, like (Glaive)
The relationship may have failed, as it didn't turn out as planned and the other person may have moved on.
She's a pretty little liar, over-analyzer
The other person may have been deceptive and overly critical, which caused issues in the relationship.
I fell in love with you and I don't mind it
Despite the pain and struggles, I still hold onto the love I have for the other person.
But I know, baby, this won't go how we expected
I understand that the relationship may have been flawed from the start and it won't have a fairy tale ending.
But when I told you that I fuckin' love you, shit, I meant it
The love I expressed for the other person was real and true.
"She's doin' coke in the bathroom", when did I ask you?
The other person's actions may have been hurtful or disappointing, and I didn't want to hear about it or deal with it.
Stuck in a bad mood, slipped and I passed you
I may have been in a negative state of mind and unintentionally pushed the other person further away.
Fuck, I'm a bad dude, guess you're attached to me
I recognize my own faults and shortcomings, but the other person still cares for me despite them.
More than life, more than life, more than life
The intensity of my love for the other person can't be put into words and exceeds all expectations.
What's the point of livin'? I heard death is easier
At times, I struggle with finding purpose or meaning in life, and the idea of dying can seem like an easier way out.
I fell in love, but I'm scared, I won't keep her
I'm afraid that my own flaws or circumstances will prevent me from keeping the person I love.
I looked over my shoulder and I see the Reaper
I'm constantly aware of death and it feels like it's looming over me.
I need you, I need you more than life, yeah
My need for the other person never fades and only grows stronger over time.
Lyrics © Sentric Music, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ash Gutierrez, Colson Baker, Corey Sanders, Ichika Fukui, Steve Manovski, Travis L. Barker
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