Mona Lisa
Dinosaur Pile Up Lyrics
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Pick it up so you understand
That I'm on the edge and I need help
and I don't mind
'Cause I have no money and I'm outta time
Because nobody wants me
It's okay, least I got myself
Move out, move outta home
'til you work it out
You been living alone
Under the same old roof for far too long
I don't know
I can tell by my honey (???)
All I need is some money
God knows I tried so damn long
Work it out
No-one wants you now
Can you work it out
Mona Lisa
When I look around outside
I realise I've died inside
A tiny hole
And then I feel so old
And if I'm old I'll die
and when I die I'm old
So I'll try and try until I work it out
When I look outside
I realise I've died inside
A tiny hole
And then I feel so old
And if I'm old I'll die
and when I die I'm old
So I'll try and try until I work it out
Work it out
Work it out
Work it out and
Listen up
Everything's changing you should smarten up
You should go back and study
Everything's up in the air
But if you ring me up
Give me a chance
and I'll paint you up, I'll paint you Mona Lisa
All ya have to do is stand and stare
Work it out
No-one wants you now
Can you work it out
Mona Lisa
When I look around outside
I realise I've died inside
A tiny hole
And then I feel so old
And if I'm old I'll die
and when I die I'm old
So I'll try and try until I work it out
When I look outside
I realise I've died inside
A tiny hole
And then I feel so old
And if I'm old I'll die
and when I die I'm old
So I'll try and try until I work it out
Work it out
Mona Lisa
Get out
Work it out
Mona Lisa
Get out
Out
When I look around outside
I realise I've died inside
A tiny hole
And then I feel so old
And if I'm old I'll die
and when I die I'm old
So I'll try and try until I work it out
When I look outside
I realise I've died inside
A tiny hole
And then I feel so old
And if I'm old I'll die
and when I die I'm old
So I'll try and try until I work it out
Work it out
Work it out
Work it out and
Hello, I left a message on your telephone
Pick it up so you understand
The song "Mona Lisa" by Dinosaur Pile Up is a reflective piece about feeling lost and stagnant in life while attempting to find a way out. The lyrics start off with the singer leaving a message for someone, explaining that they're on the edge and in need of help, but they have no money and are running out of time. This sense of desperation is highlighted by the repetition of the phrase "work it out" throughout the song, indicating a struggle to find a way out of their situation. The lines "no one wants me, it's okay, at least I've got myself" expresses the feeling of being alone and unimportant, yet finding comfort in their own company.
The reference to Mona Lisa in the last verses may symbolize their desire to create something beautiful, like Da Vinci's masterpiece, while feeling trapped and directionless. The message is about finding a way to work through life's challenges and difficulties in search of something better, even if it means taking risks and moving out of one's comfort zone. The repeated chorus further emphasizes the idea of working through problems until they find a way out.
Line by Line Meaning
Hello, I left a message on your telephone
I tried to reach out to you to explain my situation
Pick it up so you understand
Answer the phone and hear me out
That I'm on the edge and I need help
I am struggling and in need of assistance
and I don't mind
I am willing to accept help
'Cause I have no money and I'm outta time
I am broke and running out of time
Because nobody wants me
I feel unwanted and alone
It's okay, least I got myself
I will take care of myself no matter what
Come on
Encouragement to take action
Move out, move outta home
Leave your comfort zone to make a change
'til you work it out
Keep trying until you succeed
You been living alone
You have been isolated for too long
Under the same old roof for far too long
You have been in the same unproductive environment for too long
I don't know
Expressing uncertainty
I can tell by my honey (???)
I can sense something is wrong
All I need is some money
I need financial assistance to make a change
God knows I tried so damn long
I have been struggling for a long time
Work it out
Keep trying until you succeed
No-one wants you now
Feeling unwanted and isolated
Can you work it out
Can you find a way to make it work?
Mona Lisa
Symbolic representation of beauty and perfection to strive for
When I look around outside
Reflecting on my surroundings
I realise I've died inside
Feeling emotionally numb and disconnected
A tiny hole
The source of my struggle and pain
And then I feel so old
Feeling tired and worn out
And if I'm old I'll die
If I don't change, nothing will improve
and when I die I'm old
Without change, I will continue to feel old and weary
So I'll try and try until I work it out
I will keep trying until I find a way to fix my situation
Listen up
Pay attention
Everything's changing you should smarten up
The world is constantly evolving, you need to adapt
You should go back and study
Seek knowledge and education to improve your situation
Everything's up in the air
Everything is uncertain and unpredictable
But if you ring me up
Reach out to me for help
Give me a chance
Let me help
and I'll paint you up, I'll paint you Mona Lisa
I will help you become the best version of yourself
All ya have to do is stand and stare
It's easy, all you have to do is allow yourself to improve
Get out
Leave behind what is holding you back
Out
Leave
Contributed by Lily I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@stonespicher2207
I listen to Back Foot, 11:11, now this, they all sound so different from each other and I love it. This band is a hidden gem.
@jamesgardener7099
I've binged watched there songs
@alexzemer1646
Money for nothing cover was on point too
@ChorusArtists
Just discovered this band myself (late to the show as usual), and I'm blown away. This Matt guy is a hook machine and knows what a great riff is. Never boring, great influences.
@mylezelite
chessy music video, punchy bass, loud drums, wicked guitar tone. how could you not love it??
@mvrck28
ItsMylez this band reminds me of nirvana for some reason
@AdamHarkinJones
Woah, the live action Inside Out movie looks intense.
@Lol-pb9bx
I laughed way too hard.
@ihateadverts
MASSIVE foo fighters influence here
@astro_mittens5792
+Jim Cadogan id have said Nirvana is more of an influence, the way they dress and their sound