Gods & Monsters
Lana Del Rey; Tim Larcombe Lyrics
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I was an angel
Living in the garden of evil
Screwed up, scared, doing anything that I needed
Shining like a fiery beacon
You got that medicine I need
Fame, liquor, love, give it to me slowly
Put your hands on my waist, do it softly
No one’s gonna take my soul away
Living like Jim Morrison
Headed towards a fucked up holiday
Motel, sprees, sprees, and I’m singing
Fuck yeah give it to me, this is heaven, what I truly want
It's innocence lost
Innocence lost
In the land of gods and monsters
I was an angel, lookin' to get fucked hard
Like a groupie incognito posing as a real singer
Life imitates art
You got that medicine I need
Dope, shoot it up straight to the heart please
I don't really wanna know what's good for me
God's dead, I said 'baby that's alright with me'
No one’s gonna take my soul away
Living like Jim Morrison
Headed towards a fucked up holiday
Motel, sprees, sprees, and I’m singing
Fuck yeah give it to me, this is heaven, what I truly want
It's innocence lost
Innocence lost
When you talk it's like a movie and you're making me crazy
'Cause life imitates art
If I get a little prettier, can I be your baby?
You tell me life isn't that hard
No one’s gonna take my soul away
I'm living like Jim Morrison
Headed towards a fucked up holiday
Motel, sprees, sprees, and I’m singing
Fuck yeah, give it to me, this is heaven, what I truly want
It's innocence lost
Innocence lost
The song "Gods & Monsters" by Lana Del Rey, written by Tim Larcombe, explores the theme of innocence lost in the pursuit of fame, love, and pleasure. In the lyrics, the singer describes living in a world of gods and monsters, where she was once an angel living in the garden of evil. She is screwed up, scared, and willing to do anything she needs, seeking fame, liquor, and love.
Lana Del Rey contrasts her relationship with God, indicating that they don't get along, and she sings about living like Jim Morrison, the lead singer of The Doors, who was known for his outrageous behaviour and substance abuse. She describes singing in motel rooms, pursuing pleasure and fame with abandon.
The song's chorus reiterates the idea that no one can take her soul away as she is living the life she has chosen, and it's heaven – what she truly wants. The theme of innocence lost is emphasised with the repetition of the phrase "innocence lost" at the end of each verse. In the final verse, she asks if she could become the baby of the person she is singing to, implying a desire to be taken care of and protected in the world she is living in.
Overall, the song presents a bleak portrayal of a world where one's desire for fame, love, and pleasure can lead to the loss of innocence and self-destruction.
Line by Line Meaning
In the land of gods and monsters
I am in a strange and mystical world.
I was an angel
I was virtuous and pure.
Living in the garden of evil
Despite my goodness, I am surrounded by temptation and wickedness.
Screwed up, scared, doing anything that I needed
I am not perfect, and I do things out of fear and necessity.
Shining like a fiery beacon
I stand out and attract attention.
You got that medicine I need
You have something that can make me feel better or forget my problems.
Fame, liquor, love, give it to me slowly
I want these things, but I want them to come to me gradually and not overwhelm me.
Put your hands on my waist, do it softly
I want you to touch me gently.
Me and God we don’t get along, so now I sing
I have conflicted feelings about religion, but I express myself through music.
No one’s gonna take my soul away
I am determined to stay true to myself.
Living like Jim Morrison
I am living a life of excess and rebellion.
Headed towards a fucked up holiday
I am going on a wild and unpredictable adventure.
Motel, sprees, sprees, and I’m singing
I am engaging in risky and exciting behavior while also pursuing my passion for music.
Fuck yeah give it to me, this is heaven, what I truly want
I am living my dream and enjoying every moment of it, even if it's not entirely wholesome.
It's innocence lost
I have lost my naïveté and am aware of the darker aspects of life.
In the land of gods and monsters, I was an angel, lookin' to get fucked hard
Despite my purity, I have desires for physical pleasure and gratification.
Like a groupie incognito posing as a real singer
I am a fan of music and musicians, but also hope to be seen as one of them myself.
Life imitates art
My experiences and behavior reflect and are influenced by the entertainment industry.
Dope, shoot it up straight to the heart please
I am indulging in dangerous and addictive substances.
I don't really wanna know what's good for me
I am aware of the risks of my actions, but choose to ignore them for the sake of living life to the fullest.
God's dead, I said 'baby that's alright with me'
I reject traditional religious values and beliefs.
When you talk it's like a movie and you're making me crazy
I am enamored with someone's storytelling abilities and charisma.
'Cause life imitates art
I am influenced by and seek to emulate fictional portrayals of life and love.
If I get a little prettier, can I be your baby?
I am willing to change my appearance to please someone I desire.
You tell me life isn't that hard
You reassure me that life doesn't have to be difficult and complicated.
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing
Written by: ELIZABETH GRANT, TIM LARCOMBE
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