Mary Magdalene
FKA twigs Lyrics
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A woman's prerogative
A woman's time to embrace
She must put herself first
A woman's touch, a sacred geometry
I know where you start, where you end
How to please, how to curse
Yes, I'm here to open you
Yes, I know that your heart is blue
(So cold)
I fear before the fire
True as Mary Magdalene
Creature of desire
Come just a little bit closer to me
Step just a little bit closer to me
I can lift you higher
I do it like Mary Magdalene
I want you to say it
Come just a little bit closer 'til we collide
A woman's hands
So dark and provocative
A nurturing breath that could stroke
Your divine confidence
A woman's war
Unoccupied history
True nature won't search to destroy
If it doesn't make sense
Yes, I learnt you needed me
Yes, I'm here to open you
Yes, I know that your heart is blue
(So cold)
I fear before the fire
True as Mary Magdalene
Creature of desire
Come just a little bit closer to me
Step just a little bit closer to me
I can lift you higher
I do it like Mary Magdalene
I want you to say it
Come just a little bit closer 'til we collide
Ooh, you didn't hear me now
Ooh, you didn't hear me when I told you
Ooh, you didn't hear me now
Mary Magdalene
Creature of desire
Come just a little bit, just a little bit
Mary Magdalene
Creature of desire
Come just a little bit closer 'til we collide
Ooh, you didn't hear me now
Ooh, you didn't hear me when I told you
Ooh, you didn't hear me now
In "Mary Magdalene," FKA twigs sings about the power that women possess and the unique abilities they bring to relationships. The song is a celebration of femininity, with the author praising the strength and sensuality of women. It is a passionate and expressive love song that urges the listener to come closer and experience the depth of the singer's love.
Through the lyrics, FKA twigs emphasizes the agency of women, who should prioritize themselves and find their own path in life. She acknowledges women's power, which can be profound and enigmatic, like a sacred geometry. FKA twigs perceives herself as a nurturing force that can guide and support men, who may be struggling with their own identity and emotions. Her reference to "Mary Magdalene" highlights the profound spiritual and sexual connection that exists between human beings, which can lift us up to an elevated state of consciousness.
When FKA twigs sings about "creature of desire," she refers to the raw and primal nature that is inherent in all of us. She aims to capture the excitement and danger that comes with the pursuit of pleasure, which can bring us closer to our true selves but can also lead us astray. The author wants her lover to say what he feels and experience the fullness of their intimacy. She encourages him to come just a little bit closer until they collide, expressing the deep longing and desire that she feels for him.
Overall, "Mary Magdalene" is a powerful and evocative song that celebrates the beauty and complexity of feminine energy. FKA twigs uses her lyrics to speak to her lover, encouraging him to embrace his desires and explore the depth of his emotions. The song embodies the transformative relationship between two human beings, as they discover their own true nature and surrender to the power of love.
Line by Line Meaning
A woman's work
As a woman, there's much to be done
A woman's prerogative
It's her choice, whatever she decides
A woman's time to embrace
The moment to embrace her true self
She must put herself first
Prioritizing herself is important
A woman's touch, a sacred geometry
The power of woman's touch is divine
I know where you start, where you end
I know you completely - your strengths and weaknesses
How to please, how to curse
I have the ability to make you happy, or cause harm
Yes, I learnt you needed me
I know you needed me in your life
Yes, I'm here to open you
I'm here to show you what you couldn't see before
Yes, I know that your heart is blue (So cold)
I understand that you're feeling sad and lonely
I fear before the fire
I'm intimidated by your passion
True as Mary Magdalene
I'm as real and honest as Mary Magdalene
Creature of desire
I am a passionate being
Come just a little bit closer to me
I want you to be near me
Step just a little bit closer to me
I want you to move closer to me
I can lift you higher
I have the power to uplift you
I do it like Mary Magdalene
I do things passionately, like Mary Magdalene
I want you to say it
I want you to express your true feelings
Come just a little bit closer 'til we collide
I want our closeness to lead to something more
A woman's hands
A woman's hands are powerful
So dark and provocative
They can be mysterious and alluring
A nurturing breath that could stroke
She has the ability to provide comfort
Your divine confidence
She recognizes your inner strength
A woman's war
As a woman, there are struggles and battles to face
Unoccupied history
The past doesn't define one's present or future
True nature won't search to destroy
Genuine love and acceptance won't cause harm deliberately
If it doesn't make sense
If something seems wrong, it probably is
Ooh, you didn't hear me now
You didn't listen earlier
Ooh, you didn't hear me when I told you
You ignored my previous warnings
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Benjamin Joseph Levin, Magnus Hoiberg, Nicholas Jaar, Tahliah Debrett Barnett
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@brunocfer2
If she starts a cult i´ll join. No questions asked.
@River-gj5be
we had a glimpse of her cult in Home with You so be prepare lol
@augusts1
She's already started a cult. The cult of FKA Twigs. We're part of it!
@midasgrey3171
Aren't we kind of part of one already?
@cameroncorp
666th like!!
@aditpratama1514
Can i say Amen?
@emanuelfernandes4801
this was a Grammys performance that she just did
@rafaelgomes8524
Simmm! 😍
@richsage3235
I hope she gets a chance to perform at the Grammys next year
@Gabriel-ud5hu
Honestly if the Grammys didn't invite her to do a performance and let her do that sword performance or the pole dance they can fuck themselves.