Master of None
Beach House Lyrics


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You always go to the parties
To pluck the feathers off all the birds
On your knees
I would not beg you please

I want your picture but not your words
You know they'd want it
But there's no first
On your own
You cannot call it your home

We always wrung our hands too much
We know the reasons, but such and such
On your own
You will not catch your own bone

We run our fingers together
You know it's easy
The devil's plan
On your own
You can not call me your own

Jack of all trades
Master of none
Cry all the time
'Cause I'm not having fun

You always want to be forgiven
The devil does what you ask of him
On your knees




You cannot
You are not for free

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Beach House's song "Master of None" describe the emotions of a person who is struggling with their identity and relationship with others. The first lines "You always go to the parties, to pluck the feathers off all the birds" suggest that the person is trying to fit in and maybe even dominate within their social circle, using others to validate themselves. However, the following lyric "On your knees I would not beg you please" indicates that the person is not entirely comfortable with their actions and the validation they crave. They desire recognition for their image rather than their words, hinting at a lack of deeper connection with those around them.


As the song progresses, the lyrics imply that the person has a sense of detachment and they are not at home in their environment. "We always wrung our hands too much, we know the reasons, but such and such" could suggest that they have struggled with internal conflicts and anxieties. The line "On your own, you cannot catch your own bone" may imply that they feel like they are incapable or ineffective at achieving their goals. The chorus, "Jack of all trades, master of none, cry all the time 'cause I'm not having fun" further emphasizes their lack of accomplishment and the feeling that they are not fulfilled or satisfied with their situation. Overall, the song presents a conflicted character who is trying to find significance and purpose in their life.


Line by Line Meaning

You always go to the parties
You frequently attend social events


To pluck the feathers off all the birds
You have a tendency to criticize and demean others


On your knees
You are in a situation of submission or begging


I would not beg you please
I refuse to plead or supplicate to you


I want your picture but not your words
I am interested in your physical appearance, but not your words or opinions


You know they'd want it
You are aware that others desire what you possess


But there's no first
There is no indicator of priority or rank


On your own
You are by yourself or independent


You cannot call it your home
You do not have a sense of belonging or ownership


We always wrung our hands too much
We worried excessively or needlessly


We know the reasons, but such and such
We are aware of the causes, but have no specific examples or details


On your own
You are alone or independent


You will not catch your own bone
You will not achieve personal satisfaction or success


We run our fingers together
We are physically intimate or affectionate


You know it's easy
You are aware that it is simple or effortless


The devil's plan
An evil scheme or intention


On your own
You are by yourself or independent


You can not call me your own
You do not have control or ownership over me


Jack of all trades
You have experience or knowledge in many different areas


Master of none
You are not an expert in any particular subject or skill


Cry all the time
You are constantly emotional or upset


'Cause I'm not having fun
You are not enjoying yourself or having a good time


You always want to be forgiven
You frequently seek forgiveness or absolution


The devil does what you ask of him
You are capable of manipulating or deceiving others for personal gain


On your knees
You are in a position of vulnerability or subservience


You cannot
You are not able to do something


You are not for free
You require something in return for your actions or favors




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Written by: Alex Kristian Scally, Victoria Garance Alixe Legrand

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@sam-chocolate

You always go to the parties
To pluck the feathers off all the birds
On your knees
I will not beg you please
I want your picture, but not yours
You know they want it
But there's no firsts
On your own
You cannot count your all

We always want our heads too much
We know the reasons but such and such
On your own
You will not let your arm go

We run our fingers together
You know it's easy the devil's plan
On your own
You cannot call me your own

Jack of all trades
Master of none
Crying all the time
Cuz I'm not having fun

You always want to be forgiven
The devil does what you ask of him
On your knees
You cannot, you are not the beast



@gogovicvic6327

You always go to the parties
To pluck the feathers off all the birds
On your knees
I will not beg you please

I want your picture, but not your words
You know they want it
But there's no first
On your own
You cannot call it your all

We always wrung our heads too much
We know the reasons, but such and such
On your own
You will not catch your unknown

We run our fingers together
You know it's easy but devils plan
On your own
You can not call me your all

Jack of all trades
Master of none
Cry all the time
'Cause I'm not having fun

You always want to be forgiven
The devil does what you ask of him
On your knees
But you cannot; you will not agree



@questionister

Lyrics:
You always come to the parties
To pluck the feathers of all the birds
On your knees
I would not beg you please

I want your pictures but not your words
You know they’d want it
But there’s no first
On your own
You cannot call it your home

We always rub our hands too much
We know the reasons but such and such
On your own
You will not catch your own bone

We run our fingers together
You know it’s easy
The devil’s plan
On your own
You cannot call me your own

Jack of all trades
Master of None
…Cry all the time
‘Cause I’m not having fun

You always want to be forgiven
The devil does what you ask of him
On your knees
You cannot
You are not for free



All comments from YouTube:

@elpochoXO

Man The Weeknd is a genius of sampling this, but alone it sounds like I could vibe to this for years

@izarramarisol9288

This song is there for me when no one else is.

@eragonandsaphira1843

Gonna make me tear up lol

@thebestjisungista7055

Same for me

@teddygrahamm

Wow this comment just summed up my whole life and I was not ready for it lol, I love it🥺

@victoriajuarez7818

yup

@Profit-Hunterr

👀🫶🏻

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@mariahsisneros7572

There's just something beautiful about this song

@kaxaii0180

I know right

@ilovemyself4639

the beat, lyrics n everything

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