In 2006 Doillon began writing music with friend and musician Chris Brenner. A song they wrote together "The Girl Is Gone" was featured on the Visionaire Magazine special music issue and picture disk in 2007. Doillon sings, plays guitar and writes lyrics and is rumored to be writing material for an upcoming album with Brenner, musician John Mitchell and various artists.
Her first album, "Places" was released in France on September 3rd 2012.
The joke
Lou Doillon Lyrics
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The dreams are always stronger than the real
My yes never quite as good as hers, maybe
It is the truth that I try to deny
It is a while I pretend I can climb
Yes I can change my bitter to sweet
Swallow the blade then get back on my feet
I know that you know the joke's on me
It always was, shall ever be
I know that you know the joke's on me
It always was, shall ever be
So I come with my best smile
And I'll hide my pain with my pride
So be as blind as you wish me to be
Not a cry nor a tear to reveal my fury
I've got two things I'd be better without
A brain and a heart to remind me again and again
Honey, how easy it is to forget
One who was only a pawn in your own game
I know that you know the joke's on me
It always was, shall ever be
I know that you know the joke's on me
It always was, shall ever be
It is a shame to still be surprised
The trick is old and I should be wise
And yet, I'm always so willing to believe
You can spare a little of what you told me
Now walk away, for heaven's sake
Cool and still will no longer be, all the pain to cradle your ache
'Cause that's the one thing no one'll turn
I know that you know the joke's on me
It always was, shall ever be
I know that you know the joke's on me
It always was, shall ever be
I know that you know the joke's on me
It always was, shall ever be
I know that you know the joke's on me
It always was, shall ever be
In Lou Doillon's song "The Joke," the lyrics explore the idea of the singer feeling like the butt of a joke. She begins by acknowledging that her dreams are always stronger than reality, and that her attempts to assert herself are always overshadowed by her own perceived shortcomings. This truth is something she tries to ignore for a while, but eventually accepts as she realizes how futile it is to try to climb above it. She recognizes that she has a tendency towards bitterness, but also acknowledges the possibility of change and resiliency in spite of this.
The singer then addresses an unnamed person who knows that the joke is on her, and that it always has been and will always be. She puts on a brave face to hide her pain and pridefully refuses to reveal her fury, but also expresses a desire to be rid of her brain and heart which only serve to remind her of the person who has hurt her. Despite knowing the trick that has been played on her, the singer is still willing to believe and be hurt again. The song ends with the singer urging the person to walk away and confront their own pain, because the one thing she won't do is turn away from her own feelings.
Overall, "The Joke" is a poignant exploration of the ways in which people can feel trapped and powerless in relationships, and highlights the difficulty of trying to move on when the only person who can help you is yourself.
Line by Line Meaning
No matter where I strike, no matter what I say
Regardless of what I do or say, it seems that my dreams will always be stronger than reality.
The dreams are always stronger than the real
Fantasies tend to be more alluring than reality itself.
My yes never quite as good as hers, maybe
Perhaps I can never measure up to someone else's success or approval.
It is the truth that I try to deny
I am attempting to ignore or avoid the reality of my situation.
It is a while I pretend I can climb
I convince myself that I have the ability to achieve more than what is realistically possible.
Yes I can change my bitter to sweet
I have the capability to transform my negative experiences into positive ones.
Swallow the blade then get back on my feet
I may experience pain, but I can overcome it and continue forward.
I know that you know the joke's on me
I am aware that I am the one being misled or deceived.
It always was, shall ever be
The situation has always been this way and will likely remain unchanged.
So I come with my best smile
I put on a façade of happiness and contentment.
And I'll hide my pain with my pride
Despite feeling hurt, I will not let anyone know or see my vulnerability.
So be as blind as you wish me to be
You may continue to deceive me, and I will not fight it any longer.
Not a cry nor a tear to reveal my fury
I will not show any outward signs of anger, as it will reveal my true emotions.
I've got two things I'd be better without
I possess qualities that do not serve me well and hold me back from achieving success.
A brain and a heart to remind me again and again
My intelligence and emotions continuously remind me of my painful experiences.
Honey, how easy it is to forget
It is effortless to disregard or dismiss someone in the context of a manipulative relationship.
One who was only a pawn in your own game
I was just a tool or object in your larger scheme, without any real significance or value.
It is a shame to still be surprised
I should know better by now, yet I continue to be caught off guard by your deception.
The trick is old and I should be wise
You have used the same tactics repeatedly, and I need to be smarter and more aware of your schemes.
And yet, I'm always so willing to believe
Despite knowing the truth, I still have a desire to trust and have faith in you.
You can spare a little of what you told me
I am hopeful that you will follow through on your promises, even if only a small amount.
Now walk away, for heaven's sake
Please leave me alone for my own sake.
Cool and still will no longer be, all the pain to cradle your ache
My calm demeanor will no longer enable me to ease your suffering at the expense of my own.
'Cause that's the one thing no one'll turn
My ability to prioritize my own well-being and happiness is something that cannot be taken from me.
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Written by: Lou Doillon
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