Replay
Lady Gaga Lyrics


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Am I still alive?
Where am I, I cry
Who was it that pulled the trigger, was it you or I?
I'm completely numb
Why you acting dumb
I won't blame myself 'cause we both know you were the one

I don't know what to do, you don't know what to say
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay
The monster inside you is torturing me
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay
Replay, r-replay
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay

Every single day, yeah I dig a grave
Then I sit inside it, wondering if I'll behave
It's a game I play, and I hate to say
You're the worst thing and the best thing that's happened to me

I don't know what to do, you don't know what to say
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay
The monster inside you is torturing me
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay
Replay, r-replay
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay

Psychologically, it's something that I can't explain
Scratch my nails into the dirt to pull me out of pain
Does it matter, does it matter? Damage is done
Does it matter, does it matter? You had the gun
You had the gun
You had the gun
You had the gun

I don't know what to do, you don't know what to say
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay
The monster inside you is torturing me
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay

Your monsters torture me
Your monsters torture me




Your monsters torture me
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Lady Gaga's song Replay are an exploration of the aftermath of a toxic relationship, and the lingering impact that such a relationship can have on a person's psyche. The opening lines in the first verse, "Am I still alive? Where am I, I cry. Who was it that pulled the trigger, was it you or I?" are an expression of confusion and disorientation; the singer is unsure of their own place in the world after the traumatic experience of the relationship. The chorus introduces the idea that the singer is reliving the trauma over and over again through the repeated mental imagery of "scars on replay."


The second verse adds more detail to the singer's struggle, highlighting their tendency to "dig a grave" each day and "sit inside it" while they wonder if they will behave. This is an example of the singer grappling with their own tendencies towards self-harm and self-blame. Additionally, the line "You're the worst thing and the best thing that's happened to me" is a common experience for people in toxic relationships, where the highs can be euphoric but the lows can be devastating. The bridge is a plea for understanding and acknowledgement; "Scratch my nails into the dirt to pull me out of pain" emphasizes a need for tangible help from the ex-partner to undo the damage that's been done.


Overall, the lyrics of Replay offer an emotional examination of the ongoing impact of a toxic relationship on an individual's mental state. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the cyclical, all-consuming nature of trauma, and Gaga's vocal performance intensifies the harrowing emotions of the lyrics.


Line by Line Meaning

Am I still alive?
I feel dead inside.


Where am I, I cry
I'm lost and confused, and crying for help.


Who was it that pulled the trigger, was it you or I?
We both hurt each other, but I'm holding you responsible.


I'm completely numb
I can't feel anything anymore.


Why you acting dumb
You're pretending like nothing happened.


I won't blame myself 'cause we both know you were the one
I'm not taking the blame for what happened, because we both know you caused it.


Every single day, yeah I dig a grave
I feel like I'm burying myself alive every day.


Then I sit inside it, wondering if I'll behave
I'm stuck in this dark place, wondering if I'll ever be able to escape it.


It's a game I play, and I hate to say
Our relationship feels like a game, and I hate that it's come to that.


You're the worst thing and the best thing that's happened to me
You've brought me both pain and joy, and it's hard to reconcile those feelings.


Psychologically, it's something that I can't explain
I don't understand why I feel this way mentally.


Scratch my nails into the dirt to pull me out of pain
I'm desperate for any relief from this emotional pain.


Does it matter, does it matter? Damage is done
The damage has already been done, and it's too late to change anything.


Does it matter, does it matter? You had the gun
You caused the most damage, and I blame you for it.


Your monsters torture me
Your inner demons are hurting me too.


The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay
I can't stop thinking about the emotional scars you've left on me.




Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Matthew Burns, Michael Tucker, Nickolas Ashford, Rami Yacoub, Stefani Germanotta, Valerie Simpson

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@joaomessias2685

☆ LYRICS ☆

Am I still alive?
Where am I, I cry
Who was it that pulled the trigger, was it you or I?
I'm completely numb
Why you acting dumb
I won't blame myself 'cause we both know you were the one

I don't know what to do, you don't know what to say
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay
The monster inside you is torturing me
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay
Replay, r-replay
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay

Every single day, yeah I dig a grave
Then I sit inside it, wondering if I'll behave
It's a game I play, and I hate to say
You're the worst thing and the best thing that's happened to me

I don't know what to do, you don't know what to say
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay
The monster inside you is torturing me
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay
Replay, r-replay
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay

Psychologically, it's something that I can't explain
Scratch my nails into the dirt to pull me out of pain
Does it matter, does it matter? Damage is done
Does it matter, does it matter? You had the gun
You had the gun
You had the gun
You had the gun

I don't know what to do, you don't know what to say
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay
The monster inside you is torturing me
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay

Your monsters torture me
Your monsters torture me
Your monsters torture me
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay



@aleehrh

LYRICS. 💕

[Intro]
Am I, am I, am I
Am I, am I, am I

[Verse 1]
Am I still alive? Where am I? I cry
Who was it that pulled the trigger, was it you or I?
I'm completely numb, why you acting dumb?
I won't blame myself 'cause we both know you were the one

[Chorus]
I don't know what to do, you don't know what to say
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay
The monster inside you is torturing me
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay

[Post-Chorus]
Replay, r-replay
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay

[Verse 2]
Every single day, yeah, I dig a grave
Then I sit inside it, wondering if I'll behave
It’s a game I play, and I hate to say
You're the worst thing and the best thing that's happened to me


[Chorus]
I don't know what to do, you don't know what to say
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay
The monster inside you is torturing me
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay

[Post-Chorus]
Replay, r-replay
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay

[Bridge]
Psychologically, it's something that I can't explain
Scratch my nails into the dirt to pull me out okay
Does it matter, does it matter? Damage is done
Does it matter, does it matter? You had the gun
You had the gun
You had the gun
You had the gun

[Chorus]
I don't know what to do, you don't know what to say
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay
The monster inside you is torturing me
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay

[Outro]
Your monsters torture me
Your monsters torture me
Your monsters torture me
The scars on my mind are on replay, r-replay



@ginasousabranco5637

Chromatica is a greatest hits album. Let us instead say which of her songs doesn't sound like anothers:
- Rain on Me - Cassius My Feelings For You
- Sour Candy = What They Say by Maya Jane Coles AND Swish Swish by Katy Perry
- Enigma = Land Of The Living by Kristine W
- Replay = Deeper Shade of Blue by Steps
- 1000 Doves = Love At First Sight by Kylie Minogue
- 911 = Funkytown by Lipps Inc
- Babylon = Vogue by Madonna AND Move Your Body by Xpansions
- Alice = Dreamer by Livin Joy
- Chromatica II intro = Baby Shark



All comments from YouTube:

@ShermanCassidy

Even if you don’t have ptsd, we all have moments where we replay something traumatic and it can destroy us. I just love that she took her trauma and made a dance beat and explains so eloquently how it feels.

@woutijland4983

Cassidy Yermal that’s true

@maryvu8129

we stan Gaga

@gabrielaswiech9318

Similar with "911"

@JopClerinVEVO

A huge point!

@ThatOneJoJoDude

Haha Cheap Trick go "look over here"

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@alexatrxsh9505

GAGA, REPLAY NEEDS A MUSIC VIDEO

@jacobshartorius228

period

@ThisIsCharlieQuinn

Ikr

@cutieglam1959

PUR

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