Washing Machine Heart
Mitski Lyrics
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Baby, bang it up inside
I'm not wearing my usual lipstick
I thought maybe we would kiss tonight
Baby will you kiss me already and
Toss your dirty shoes in my washing machine heart?
Baby, bang it up inside
Baby, though I've closed my eyes
I know who you pretend I am
I know who you pretend I am
Do mi ti
Why not me?
Why not me?
Do mi ti
Why not me?
Why not me?
Do mi ti
Why not me?
Why not me?
Mitski's song Washing Machine Heart is a song that is about love and the desire for intimacy. The "washing machine heart" is a metaphor for a heart that is open to love and the "dirty shoes" are a metaphor for people's flaws and imperfections. The opening lyrics of the song, "Toss your dirty shoes in my washing machine heart, baby bang it up inside," shows the desire to accept and embrace the flaws of one's love interest. The singer of the song wants their love interest to be honest and upfront about their flaws, and wants to help them wash away their past mistakes and move forward in the relationship.
The singer of the song goes on to say, "I'm not wearing my usual lipstick, I thought maybe we would kiss tonight. Baby, will you kiss me already and toss your dirty shoes in my washing machine heart?" This lyric shows the singer's vulnerability and desire for intimacy. They are willing to let down their guard and allow their love interest to see them in a more vulnerable state. They are hoping to deepen their relationship through physical intimacy and emotional connection. However, they are also willing to accept their love interest's imperfections in order to make that connection.
The chorus of "Do mi ti, why not me?" repeats several times throughout the song, and it is an expression of the singer's desire and longing for love. They are asking why they cannot be the one to experience the love and connection they crave. This chorus is a powerful and emotional expression of the human desire for love and connection.
Line by Line Meaning
Toss your dirty shoes in my washing machine heart
Come into my life and let me clean away your problems
Baby, bang it up inside
Give me all you've got, don't hold back, let's make it real
I'm not wearing my usual lipstick
I'm not trying to impress you, I want you to see the real me
I thought maybe we would kiss tonight
I want to take our relationship to the next level
Baby will you kiss me already and
I'm ready for you to make a move
Baby, though I've closed my eyes
I trust you completely, I don't need to see to know you'll treat me right
I know who you pretend I am
I'm not fooled by your facade, I know who you truly are
Do mi ti
These are just meaningless syllables, meant to convey a feeling of longing and incompleteness
Why not me?
Why can't I have what I want? Why am I always overlooked?
Do mi ti
Repeating the same syllables, as if to emphasize the feeling of dissatisfaction
Why not me?
The same question, now infused with a greater sense of desperation
Do mi ti
The song repeats itself, trapped in the same patterns of longing and frustration
Why not me?
The final plea, expressing Mitski's desire to break free from her current circumstances
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Mitsuki Laycock
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Lyrics:
Toss your dirty shoes in my washing machine heart
Baby, bang it up inside
I'm not wearing my usual lipstick
I thought maybe we would kiss tonight
Baby will you kiss me already and
Toss your dirty shoes in my washing machine heart
Baby, bang it up inside
Baby, though I've closed my eyes
I know who you pretend I am
I know who you pretend I am
Do mi ti
Why not me?
Why not me?
Do mi ti
Why not me?
Why not me?
Do mi ti
Why not me?
Why not me?
@errorario
„Why not me?“ just hits different...
Her music is the best therapy for me
@h3ll0_fr0ggie6
Same:)
@soepal_
Same
@cuntcaptor
I want to tear up whenever I hear this song...idk..
@demianalonso1792
Her music is horrible l
@nevenam9571
Same:)))
@phoebexxlouise
Somebody better love Mitski with their whole heart by the next record. I can't be left to do it all myself
@nandinimittal9656
Thea S whaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaat?????
@solarvide0s
Thea S NOOOO
@warrenkeystone5195
Thea S wait WHAAATT???