Fake Depeche Mode Song: Miserable Life
Liam Lynch Lyrics


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Well I'm not pretty or good to the eye
Never left my room 'til 25
If I were happy would you punish me?
Tie me up and call it therapy

Miserable Life, Miserable Life
Miserable Life, Miserable Life
Miserable Life Miserable Life
Miserable Life (Life)

Let me be your perfect scratching post
Your father, son and your holy ghost
They vie devotion, turn my back on me
Don't push me down and call me a woosy

Miserable Life Miserable Life
Miserable Life Miserable Life
Miserable Life Miserable Life (Life)

(Miserable Life) Devotion!
(Miserable Life) Emotion!
(Miserable Life) Depression!
(Miserable Life) Obsession!





You can't see me 'cause I'm wearing black.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Liam Lynch's song "Fake Depeche Mode Song: Miserable Life" speak to the feelings of intense loneliness and despair that can afflict a person who has spent too long in isolation. The singer describes themselves as unattractive and shut away from the world, revealing that they did not leave their room until they were 25 years old. Even if they were to experience happiness, the singer seems to suggest that others would punish them for it, and that they might be subjected to painful or humiliating "therapy" as a result.


The chorus of the song, repeating the phrase "Miserable Life" over and over, seems to reflect the singer's sense of hopelessness and ennui. They describe themselves as a "scratching post" for others, suggesting that they are used to being treated badly or taken advantage of. However, they also express defiance and anger, rejecting the idea that they are weak or cowardly simply because they are struggling emotionally.


Overall, "Fake Depeche Mode Song: Miserable Life" is a bleak but powerful evocation of the pain that can come from living a life of intense loneliness and isolation. By describing these feelings in vivid detail, the song invites listeners to empathize with those who are struggling with mental health issues, and to recognize the complex emotions that can drive people to retreat from the world around them.


Line by Line Meaning

Well I'm not pretty or good to the eye
I am not conventionally attractive or visually pleasing


Never left my room 'til 25
I was a recluse and did not venture outside until I was 25 years old


If I were happy would you punish me?
Are you the kind of person who enjoys seeing people miserable and would not approve of me being happy?


Tie me up and call it therapy
You might think that inflicting pain would be helpful in some way


Miserable Life, Miserable Life
Repeating 'Miserable Life' to emphasize the song's title


Let me be your perfect scratching post
You can use me as a punching bag or vent your frustrations on me


Your father, son and your holy ghost
You want me to be everything to you - a father figure, son and even your god


They vie devotion, turn my back on me
You demand my loyalty and devotion, but then turn away from me when it suits you


Don't push me down and call me a woosy
Don't belittle me or make me feel weak simply because I'm expressing my emotions


Miserable Life Miserable Life
Repeating 'Miserable Life' to emphasize the song's title


(Miserable Life) Devotion!
Shouting 'Devotion!' as a cry for attention


(Miserable Life) Emotion!
Shouting 'Emotion!' as a cry for attention


(Miserable Life) Depression!
Shouting 'Depression!' to highlight the line's negative tone


(Miserable Life) Obsession!
Shouting 'Obsession!' to emphasize the idea that I am someone's object of obsession


You can't see me 'cause I'm wearing black.
I'm trying to hide my emotions and true self by wearing black




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Comments from YouTube:

MrHavok29 (J.Har)

"Let me be your favorite scratching-post...your father , son, and your holy-ghost!" lol . love it such a old-school DM-like lyric! *Martin Gore Erases lyrics for a new song* Love Depeche Mode!!!

Kristina Dorn

What the... how have I missed this all these years?!?! Freaking hilarious. But in all seriousness, DM is the most amazing band ever, IMO. Devotee for life!

Pining for the fjords

Liam Lynch must have listened to a LOT of Depeche Mode to get it this spot on.

jota de

Imitation is the highest form of admiration, someone said

eclectica1

It's true. He says as much in the album booklet.

CriticaLxThoughX

He should do a fake "the cure" song. :D

Gwen Korinek

I heard this accidentally a while ago and it's hilarious!!! - says a diehard DM fan. LOL

The AMV TOP 50

Depeche Mode should cover this

devourerofbabies

Better than some real depeche mode

noxis93

Hahah, love it! And I'm a Depeche Mode fucking devotee :D

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