Mad World
Gabry Ponte Timmy Trumpet Lyrics
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Worn-out places, worn-out faces
Bright and early for their daily races
Going nowhere, going nowhere
And I find it kind of funny, I find it kind of sad
The dreams in which I'm dying are the best I've ever had
I find it hard to tell you 'cause I find it hard to take
Mad world (mad world, mad world)
Children waiting for the day they feel good
Happy birthday, happy birthday
Made to feel the way that every child should
Sit and listen, sit and listen
Went to school and I was very nervous
No one knew me, no one knew me
Hello, teacher, tell me, what's my lesson?
Look right through me, look right through me
All around me are familiar faces
Worn-out places, worn-out faces
Bright and early for their daily races
Going nowhere, going nowhere
And I find it kind of funny, I find it kind of sad
The dreams in which I'm dying are the best I've ever had
I find it hard to tell you 'cause I find it hard to take
(When people run in circles, it's a very, very)
Mad world
Children waiting for the day they feel good
Happy birthday, happy birthday
Made to feel the way that every child should
Sit and listen, sit and listen
Went to school and I was very nervous
No one knew me, no one knew me
Hello, teacher, tell me, what's my lesson?
Look right through me, look right through me
Mad world
The lyrics of "Mad World" by Gabry Ponte and Timmy Trumpet paint a bleak picture of society, highlighting a sense of disillusionment and disappointment. The opening verse describes a world in which people are stuck in a cycle of monotonous routine with no escape: "All around me are familiar faces, worn-out places, worn-out faces, bright and early for their daily races, going nowhere, going nowhere." There is a sense of futility and despair in the repetition of this cycle, a sentiment that is echoed in the chorus with the line "when people run in circles, it's a very, very mad world."
The song suggests that there is a pervasive sense of disconnection and isolation, particularly for young people. The verse "children waiting for the day they feel good, happy birthday, happy birthday" suggests that there is a sense of expectation and disappointment associated with growing up, and that children are made to feel as though they are responsible for their own happiness in a world that values conformity and routine over individuality.
The lyrics of "Mad World" are thought-provoking and poignant, exploring themes of disillusionment and isolation that are relatable to many people. The haunting melody and emotional vocals amplify the feelings of sadness and hopelessness conveyed in the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
All around me are familiar faces
The people around me are all familiar and recognizable.
Worn-out places, worn-out faces
The places and people around me are tired and exhausted.
Bright and early for their daily races
Everyone is up early to start their daily routines.
Going nowhere, going nowhere
Despite the daily routine, people feel like they are not making progress.
And I find it kind of funny, I find it kind of sad
The situation is both amusing and sorrowful.
The dreams in which I'm dying are the best I've ever had
Even though they are nightmares, the dreams where the singer dies are the most enjoyable because they provide an escape from the reality.
I find it hard to tell you 'cause I find it hard to take
The singer struggles to communicate their feelings because they find it difficult to accept them.
When people run in circles, it's a very, very
When people do the same thing over and over again, it's extremely
Mad world (mad world, mad world)
A world that is chaotic and confusing.
Children waiting for the day they feel good
Children hoping to experience happiness.
Happy birthday, happy birthday
Celebrating a special day of the year.
Made to feel the way that every child should
Children should feel loved and valued.
Sit and listen, sit and listen
Being taught to listen attentively.
Went to school and I was very nervous
The singer was anxious and scared on their first day of school.
No one knew me, no one knew me
The singer was unknown to everyone.
Hello, teacher, tell me, what's my lesson?
Asking the teacher to explain what they are supposed to learn.
Look right through me, look right through me
Despite asking for help, the teacher ignores the artist.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Roland Orzabal
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@arthurmitchell8737
Didn’t expect to see the homage to the Gary Jules’ version at the beginning of the video. Smart move of recreating the iconic scene.
@TimmyTrumpetTV
Glad you noticed!! 🙌One of my favourite tracks of all time 💯
@dmdx6723
the bad thing is nobody say from where come the original.........
@littleboy-xn4ut
tears for fears
@dmdx6723
@@littleboy-xn4ut the lonely
@MegaDJJAMIE
@@littleboy-xn4ut too right
@ChillYourMind
🔥🔥🔥
@nowmotivation6304
Please chill my mind
@seeker4trvth
Pavleee
@Cockyguy07
Haha 😄 please save my mind 😅 wait where'd it go