Mardy Bum
● Arctic Monkeys Lyrics
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I see your frown
And it's like looking down the barrel of a gun
And it goes off
And out come all these words
Oh there's a very pleasant side to you
A side I much prefer
It's one that laughs and jokes around
Yeah, to get things off the ground
And it was up, up and away
Oh, but it's right hard to remember
That on a day like today when you're all argumentative
And you've got the face on
Well now then Mardy Bum
Oh I'm in trouble again, aren't I
I thought as much
Cause you turned over there
Pulling that silent disappointment face
The one that I can't bare
Can't we laugh and joke around
Remember cuddles in the kitchen
Yeah, to get things off the ground
And it was up, up and away
Oh, but it's right hard to remember
That on a day like today when you're all argumentative
And you've got the face on
Yeah I'm sorry I was late
Well I missed the train
And then the traffic was a state
And I can't be arsed to carry on in this debate
That reoccurs ,oh when you say I don't care
Well of course I do, yeah I clearly do!
So laugh and joke around
Remember cuddles in the kitchen
Yeah, to get things off the ground
And it was up, up and away
Still it's right hard to remember
That on a day like today when you're all argumentative
And you've got the face on
The lyrics to "Mardy Bum" by Arctic Monkeys describe a conversation between two lovers who seem to be having a rough patch in their relationship. "Mardy Bum" is a British term for someone who is sulky or moody, and the song addresses this behavior. The first verse opens with the singer noticing the frown on his lover's face and comparing it to the feeling of a gun pointed at him. The line "And it goes off and out come all these words" suggests that their argument has become explosive, with both of them saying hurtful things to one another. Despite this, the singer remembers a happier side to his partner and wishes they could go back to the times when they laughed and joked around together.
In the second verse, the relationship is still strained, and the singer seems to be in trouble again. He recognizes his partner's "silent disappointment face" and wants to go back to the good times they once shared. He apologizes for being late but is met with accusations that he doesn't care about their relationship. The song concludes with a repetition of the chorus, emphasizing that it's hard to remember the good times when they're both so argumentative.
Overall, "Mardy Bum" is a poignant depiction of a relationship in turmoil. The lyrics capture the rollercoaster of emotions that come with loving someone deeply, including the ups and downs of a difficult patch. The upbeat music and catchy melody contrast with the somber tone of the lyrics, making for a poignant and memorable track.
Line by Line Meaning
Now then Mardy Bum
Addressing someone who seems sullen or in a bad mood
I see your frown
Acknowledging the person's negative facial expression
And it's like looking down the barrel of a gun
Feeling threatened or in danger due to the person's mood
And it goes off
The tension explodes or is released
And out come all these words
The person begins to speak or argue
Oh there's a very pleasant side to you
Recognizing that the person has a positive, enjoyable side
A side I much prefer
Expressing a desire to see that positive side instead of the negative one
It's one that laughs and jokes around
Describing the enjoyable, fun side of the person
Remember cuddles in the kitchen
Recalling a happy, intimate moment shared with the person
Yeah, to get things off the ground
Using the memory to suggest a way to improve the current situation
And it was up, up and away
Referring to a successful, positive outcome from the past
Oh, but it's right hard to remember
Acknowledging the difficulty of recalling positive memories during current conflict
That on a day like today when you're all argumentative
Recognizing that the current situation is difficult due to the person's mood
And you've got the face on
Noting the person's negative facial expression indicating displeasure
Oh I'm in trouble again, aren't I
Feeling apprehensive about the situation and anticipating negative feedback
I thought as much
Expecting the negative response due to past experiences with the person
Cause you turned over there
Observing the person's physical reaction to the conflict
Pulling that silent disappointment face
Noticing the person's negative facial expression conveying disappointment
The one that I can't bare
Expressing discomfort with the person's negative mood and facial expression
Can't we laugh and joke around
Suggesting a return to the positive, enjoyable side seen in the past
Yeah I'm sorry I was late
Apologizing for a recent mistake or delay
Well I missed the train
Explaining the reason for the lateness
And then the traffic was a state
Adding another obstacle to the explanation for lateness
And I can't be arsed to carry on in this debate
Expressing frustration and a desire to end the argument
That reoccurs ,oh when you say I don't care
Noting a common argument or source of conflict in the relationship
Well of course I do, yeah I clearly do!
Asserting that the person does care despite the argument
Still it's right hard to remember
Admitting that it's difficult to remain positive during arguments
That on a day like today when you're all argumentative
Noticing the negative mood of the person and its impact on the current situation
And you've got the face on
Repeating the observation of the person's negative facial expression
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Written by: ALEX TURNER
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Lyrics:
[Verse 1]
Have you got colour in your cheeks?
Do you ever get that fear that you can't shift the tide
That sticks around like summat in your teeth?
Are there some aces up your sleeve?
Have you no idea that you're in deep?
I've dreamt about you nearly every night this week
How many secrets can you keep?
'Cause there's this tune I found
That makes me think of you somehow an' I play it on repeat
Until I fall asleep, spillin' drinks on my settee
[Pre-Chorus]
(Do I wanna know?) If this feelin' flows both ways?
(Sad to see you go) Was sorta hopin' that you'd stay
(Baby, we both know) That the nights were mainly made
For sayin' things that you can't say tomorrow day
[Chorus]
Crawlin' back to you
Ever thought of callin' when
You've had a few?
'Cause I always do
Maybe I'm too
Busy bein' yours
To fall for somebody new
Now, I've thought it through
Crawlin' back to you
[Verse 2]
So have you got the guts?
Been wonderin' if your heart's still open
And if so, I wanna know what time it shuts
Simmer down an' pucker up, I'm sorry to interrupt
It's just I'm constantly on the cusp of tryin' to kiss you
But I don't know if you feel the same as I do
But we could be together if you wanted to
[Pre-Chorus]
(Do I wanna know?) If this feelin' flows both ways?
(Sad to see you go) Was sorta hopin' that you'd stay
(Baby, we both know) That the nights were mainly made
For sayin' things that you can't say tomorrow day
[Chorus]
Crawlin' back to you (Crawlin' back to you)
Ever thought of callin' when
You've had a few? (Had a few)
'Cause I always do ('Cause I always do)
Maybe I'm too (Maybe I'm too busy)
Busy bein' yours (Bein' yours)
To fall for somebody new
Now, I've thought it through
Crawlin' back to you
[Outro]
(Do I wanna know?) If this feelin' flows both ways?
(Sad to see you go) Was sorta hopin' that you'd stay
(Baby, we both know) That the nights were mainly made
For sayin' things that you can't say tomorrow day
(Do I wanna know?) Too busy bein' yours to fall
(Sad to see you go) Ever thought of callin', darlin'?
(Do I wanna know?) Do you want me crawlin' back to you?
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you should of say music and a string
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W.T.F. you right...
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@ElizabethHernandez-ub7mv
i love how most of the top comments are fairly recent which proves that this song still slaps years later
@crossmaster77
just see recent comments .... it's not that hard.
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Yours issss
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