Out of my Mind
詹姆仕布朗特 James Blunt Lyrics
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He'll judge me by the fact that my face don't fit.
It's touching that the monkey sits on my shoulder.
He's waiting for the day when he gets me,
But I don't need no alibi - I'm a puppet on a string.
I just need this stage to be seen.
We all need a pantomime to remind us what is real.
Hold my eye and know what it means.
'Cause I'm out of my mind.
I'm out of my mind,
I'm out of my mind,
I'm out of my mind,
I'm out of my mind,
I'm out of my mind,
I'm out of my mind,
I'm out of my mind.
Judging by the look on the organ-grinder,
He'll judge me by the fact that my face don't fit.
It's touching that the monkey sits on my shoulder.
He's waiting for the day when he gets me,
But I won't be your concubine I'm a puppet not a whore.
I just need this stage to be seen.
Won't you be a friend of mine to remind me what is real?
Hold my heart and see that it bleeds.
'Cause I'm out of my mind.
I'm out of my mind,
I'm out of my mind,
I'm out of my mind.
'Cause I'm out of my mind.
I'm out of my mind,
I'm out of my mind,
I'm out of my mind,
I'm out of my mind,
I'm out of my mind,
I'm out of my mind,
I'm out of my mind.
The song "Out of my Mind" by James Blunt starts off with the singer describing his appearance and how he is being judged based on it. The reference to the "organ-grinder" and the accompanying monkey suggests that he is being mocked and ridiculed, possibly in a circus or performing arts setting. The monkey waiting to "get" him implies that there are people or forces waiting to take advantage of him or his situation.
However, the singer asserts that he doesn't need an alibi and is aware of his status as a puppet on a string. Despite this, he desires to be seen on stage and to have an impact on his audience. He acknowledges the need for a pantomime, which suggests that he understands the concept of playing a role or putting on a show for others.
The second verse reinforces the idea of the singer being judged by his appearance and being seen as a puppet or a whore. However, he is unwavering in his desire to be seen on stage and to have his heart held and understood by a friend who can remind him of what is real.
Overall, the lyrics suggest a feeling of being trapped or constrained by societal expectations and judgments. The singer desires to break free and make an impact, even if it means being seen as crazy or out of his mind.
Line by Line Meaning
Judging by the look on the organ-grinder,
The organ-grinder's expression shows that he will judge me based on my appearance.
He'll judge me by the fact that my face don't fit.
He will judge me because I don't fit into conventional standards of beauty.
It's touching that the monkey sits on my shoulder.
It's ironic and possibly sad that the monkey is my only companion in this situation.
He's waiting for the day when he gets me,
The monkey is waiting for an opportunity to take advantage of me.
But I don't need no alibi - I'm a puppet on a string.
I don't need an excuse because I am not in control of my own life.
I just need this stage to be seen.
The only way for me to be noticed and heard is by performing on this stage.
We all need a pantomime to remind us what is real.
Sometimes we need exaggerated or theatrical events to understand what is truly happening in our lives.
Hold my eye and know what it means.
Look into my eyes and understand the depth of my emotions.
'Cause I'm out of my mind.
I am mentally unstable or just feeling overwhelmed.
I won't be your concubine I'm a puppet not a whore.
I won't allow myself to be used for someone else's pleasure; I am being controlled like a puppet, not acting out of my own free will.
Won't you be a friend of mine to remind me what is real?
Can someone be my friend and help me stay grounded in reality?
Hold my heart and see that it bleeds.
Understand the pain and sadness that I am feeling.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JAMES HILLIER BLOUNT
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