Sylvia
Eurythmics Lyrics

Sylvia is missing
Sylvia is not physically present, and may be lost or unreachable.

Dark stars tattooed
Permanent symbols permanently mark Sylvia's face, possibly indicating past trauma, struggle, or pain.

Across her face
The tattoos are located on Sylvia's face, a prominent and visible feature.

Tiny bruises
Sylvia has small, possibly recent injuries on her body, indicating physical harm or abuse.

Black & blue
The bruises are colored black and blue, which are typical discolorations from physical impact.

The dedication on her arm
There is a permanent inscription on Sylvia's arm, indicating a personal commitment or relationship.

Reads "love & hate"
The inscription on Sylvia's arm conveys a sense of conflicting emotions or experiences, potentially indicating an internal struggle.

Yea yea
This short phrase serves as a repeated refrain throughout the song, and adds emphasis or rhythm to the lyrics.

Passing through the underground
Sylvia is metaphorically travelling through a dark or unseen space, potentially representing a challenging period in her life.

Sylvia is coming down
Sylvia may be experiencing a decline in her emotional or mental state, perhaps feeling overwhelmed or hopeless.

The queen has lost her crown
Sylvia, who may have once held power or status, has now been stripped of her influence or dignity.

Today
This single word serves as a reminder that the events described in the song are happening in the present moment, rather than in the past.

She wants to fall
Sylvia has a desire to let go or give up control, perhaps seeking relief or escape from her problems.

Into a deep deep sleep
Sylvia hopes to enter a state of unconsciousness, which could provide temporary relief from her physical or emotional pain.

So she can forget herself
By sleeping, Sylvia may be able to stop thinking about or dwelling on her own life, disconnected from her own identity or consciousness.

Run away to London
Sylvia dreams of fleeing or escaping to a new location, potentially seeking a fresh start or new experiences.

Lipstick tainted
Sylvia's makeup shows signs of wear or usage, potentially symbolic of her current state of disarray or exhaustion.

Powder painted
Sylvia's face may be coated with a light, powdery substance, providing additional emphasis on her use of makeup.

Perfume in her hair
Sylvia has applied a fragrant substance to her hair, potentially referencing a desire to appear more alluring or attractive to others.

A thousand cold caresses
Sylvia may have had many unpleasant, unwelcome touches or advances from others, which have left her feeling cold or isolated.

Couldn't keep her there
Despite attempts by others to seduce or ensnare Sylvia, she remains determined to maintain her independence or freedom.

The finger prints
Traces or imprints from fingers, potentially indicating a struggle or physical altercation.

Of strangers
The fingerprints belong to people who are unknown or unfamiliar to Sylvia, potentially highlighting a feeling of vulnerability or danger.

On the ugly bedroom floor
The location of the fingerprints, on an unpleasant or unsightly floor, adds to the sense of danger or unpleasantness in Sylvia's situation.

Reveal the only traces
These marks or fingerprints are the only signs that Sylvia was present or involved in this place, leaving no other indication of her existence or identity.

Of what Sylvia was for
The purpose or reason for Sylvia's involvement in this place is unclear or unknown, further emphasizing her sense of lost identity or purpose.