It is on July 29, 2021, that the song was first teased in the second trailer for the film experience Halsey made for the album. The song title was announced in that same trailer, and then confirmed by Alexa, Amazon’s virtual assistant, on August 10, 2021.
In addition, the song is accompanied by a music video that features footage from the IMAX film experience.
I am not a woman I'm a God
Halsey Lyrics
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(I am not a martyr, I'm a problem)
(I am not a legend, I'm a fraud)
(Keep your heart, 'cause I already)
Every day I've got a smile where my frown goes
A couple bodies in the garden where the grass grows
I take 'em with me to the grave in a suitcase
Oh
I just wanna feel something, tell me where to go
'Cause everybody knows something I don't wanna know
So I'll stay right here 'cause I'm better all alone
Yeah, I'm better all alone
I am not a woman, I'm a God
I am not a martyr, I'm a problem
I am not a legend, I'm a fraud
So keep your heart, 'cause I already got one
I am not a woman, I'm a God
I am not a martyr, I'm a problem
I am not a legend, I'm a fraud
Keep your heart, 'cause I already
Every morning, got a hollow where my heart goes
I never listen, but I see you with my eyes closed
I know you, I remember from the grass stain
Maybe I could be a better human with a new name
Oh
I just wanna feel something, tell me where to go
'Cause everybody knows something I don't wanna know
So, I'll stay right here cause I'm better all alone
Yeah, I'm better all alone
I am not a woman, I'm a God
I am not a martyr, I'm a problem
I am not a legend, I'm a fraud
So keep your heart, 'cause I already got one
I am not a woman, I'm a God
I am not a martyr, I'm a problem
I am not a legend, I'm a fraud
Keep your heart, 'cause I already
I'm ready to leave it
I'll go when I feel it
Got caught both hands on the smoking gun
I try, but I need it
It's hard, but I feel it
And it really does hurt when you love someone
Oh
I just wanna feel something, tell me where to go
'Cause everybody knows something I don't wanna know
So I'll stay right here 'cause I'm better all alone
Yeah, I'm better all alone
I am not a woman, I'm a God
I am not a martyr, I'm a problem
I am not a legend, I'm a fraud
So keep your heart, 'cause I already got one
I am not a woman, I'm a God
I am not a martyr, I'm a problem
I am not a legend, I'm a fraud
Keep your heart, 'cause I already got one
Halsey's song "I am not a woman, I'm a God" is about embracing oneself for who they are, even if it means going against societal expectations. The song highlights the singer's desire to be free from societal norms and her willingness to take control of her life. In the chorus, Halsey declares that she is not a woman, but rather a god - this is a metaphor for her wanting to be empowered and take charge of her life. She goes on to mention that she is not a martyr or legend but is a problem, which can be interpreted as Halsey recognizing that while she may not fit into traditional labels, she is still important and valuable.
The verses of the song focus on Halsey's introspective nature, describing her as disconnected from her emotions as she goes through the motions of daily life. The line "Every day I've got a smile where my frown goes" suggests that Halsey is putting on a front to conceal what she truly feels. The song touches on themes of alienation and belonging, as Halsey sings about feeling like an outsider and wanting to escape to a new place where she can be herself.
Overall, "I am not a woman, I'm a God" is a powerful anthem that encourages listeners to be true to themselves and embrace their individuality. It's a song about breaking free from societal norms and finding the strength to carve out a path for oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
I am not a woman, I'm a God
I am powerful beyond the constraints of gender and societal expectations
I am not a martyr, I'm a problem
I refuse to be a victim and instead challenge the status quo
I am not a legend, I'm a fraud
I reject the notion of being put on a pedestal and instead embrace my flaws
Keep your heart, 'cause I already
I am self-sufficient and do not need anyone else to complete me
Every day I've got a smile where my frown goes
I put on a facade of happiness despite deep-seated pain and struggle
A couple bodies in the garden where the grass grows
My past mistakes and traumas continue to haunt me
I take 'em with me to the grave in a suitcase
I carry the weight of my past with me at all times
Maybe I could be a different human in a new place
I am searching for a fresh start and a chance to redefine myself
Every morning, got a hollow where my heart goes
I feel empty and numb despite being alive
I never listen, but I see you with my eyes closed
I am resistant to vulnerability and connection, but still long for it
Maybe I could be a better human with a new name
I desire a complete reinvention of my identity
I'm ready to leave it
I am willing to let go of my past and embrace change
I'll go when I feel it
I will take action when the time is right for me
Got caught both hands on the smoking gun
I am responsible for my own actions and their consequences
I try, but I need it
I struggle with addiction or unhealthy coping mechanisms
It's hard, but I feel it
I am going through a difficult emotional experience
And it really does hurt when you love someone
Even though I resist emotional connection, love and loss still affect me deeply
So I'll stay right here 'cause I'm better all alone
I choose solitude and individualism over the potential pain of connection
Oh, I just wanna feel something, tell me where to go
I crave a sense of purpose, but struggle to find it
'Cause everybody knows something I don't wanna know
I am resistant to societal norms and expectations
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Ashley Frangipane, Atticus Ross, Johnathan Cunningham, Trent Reznor
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@estefanygutierrez9499
One of the best songs on the album, truly a masterpiece.
@themedia5237
https://youtu.be/oLi-OTeYtfQ
@420riotgrrrl
Lilith is so good…. So very very good… everything on this album is so perfect,💚
@carl-yt6py
Lol too much
@minimalist1807
you are sick then if this is masterpiece
@lewiswoodhall
Easier Than Lying, Honey and You Asked For This are the best!
@tom_-qq9ic
There’s just something so powerful about this song, it never gets boring, the flow is so great, the rhythm just goessssss. Masterpiece.
@afiaayman3878
The only bad thing about this song is that how it ends so fast. Wish it was longer, long enough to bleed my ears so I don't have to hear all the problems out there🌼
@jakwadd
The remixes for this song that will be coming should fix that! This song would bang in the club!
@lisawheeler4917
Repeat on loop I suppose. Lol