Their influences are from underground and mainstream, from across the decades and across the world - but crucially they are selected with an eagle eye for what works together and what represents her as a person and as an artist.
The music is based on both the hard-hitting grime of the underground, the art-pop's well-thought-out subtleties and classic science fiction. A very special combination, carefully selected in an eclectic yet coherent expression which is in line with Lucy's identity as a trained artist, her English-Zambian roots and her creative upbringing from an artistic mother, a father who was a DJ and a sister who’s a dancer. Costume, video, dance and design are as important to what she does as her relentlessly hooky grooves and honest, outspoken lyrics.
Poison
Lucy Love Lyrics
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Yes im a creeper now clinging to the scraps
I look to every reason not to stick to the tracks
Even though misery's a bitch self-pity attracts
When reality hits the silent truth smacks
My brain distorts the truth and i deny the facts
It's a knife to the heart everytime it attacks
Like a moth to the flame i get chaugt in the traps
I've got venom in my veins
I've got poison in my heart
And all my broken dreams are tearing me apart
I've got poison in my heart
I've got venom in my veins
I've got poison in my heart
And all my shattered dreams are tearing me apart
I've got poison in my heart
I'm getting closer to the edge byt the lights aren't getting brighter
Feel the blood rush to my head i guess i'm feeling lighter
The space is getting smaller the air is getting tighter
Yes i'm the underdog up against the ultimate fighter
My adrenaline is gasoline and i'm in the igniter
My future's carved in stone but im still the rewriter
It's a knife to the heart everytime it attacks
Like a moth to a flame i get caught in the traps
I've got venom in my veins
I've got poison in my heart
And all my broken dreams are tearing me apart
I've got poison in my heart
I've got venom in my veins
I've got poison in my heart
And all my shattered dreams are tearing me apart
I've got poison in my heart
Poison in my heart (tearing me up)
x4
Venom, poison
Venom, poison
It's a knife to the heart everytime it attacks
Like a moth to a flame i get caught in the traps
I've got venom in my veins
I've got poison in my heart
And all my broken dreams are tearing me apart
I've got poison in my heart
I've got venom in my veins
I've got poison in my heart
And all my shattered dreams are tearing me apart
I've got poison in my heart
Poison in my heart
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The song 'Poison' by Lucy Love is an intense and vulnerable portrayal of an individual struggling with their inner demons. The lyrics depict a person who is sinking deeper into their despair, falling through the cracks and clinging onto the scraps of their shattered dreams. The singer attempts to stray away from their path, giving in to self-pity, despite knowing that it will only bring misery. The reality of their situation hits them hard, but they choose to deny the facts and distort the truth. They feel trapped and unable to escape, like a moth caught in a flame.
The chorus of the song highlights the intensity of the struggle with the repetition of "I've got venom in my veins, I've got poison in my heart, and all my broken dreams are tearing me apart." The use of the metaphors 'venom' and 'poison' depicts how the singer's inner struggles are slowly eating them alive. Their shattered dreams, caused by their uncontrollable circumstances and possibly their own mistakes, are tearing them apart, highlighting the emotional and mental turmoil they are experiencing.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm sinking deeper now i'm fallin through the crack
I feel like I'm losing control and slipping into a dark place.
Yes im a creeper now clinging to the scraps
I'm holding onto anything I can find to try to stay afloat.
I look to every reason not to stick to the tracks
I'm searching for any excuse to avoid facing my problems and obligations.
Even though misery's a bitch self-pity attracts
It's easy to wallow in self-pity when things are tough, but it doesn't help in the long run.
When reality hits the silent truth smacks
The truth can be hard to face, but it's better than living in denial.
My brain distorts the truth and i deny the facts
Sometimes I deceive myself into thinking things are better than they really are.
It's a knife to the heart everytime it attacks
It hurts every time I face the reality of my situation.
Like a moth to the flame i get chaugt in the traps
I keep making the same mistakes, even though I know they're not good for me.
I've got venom in my veins
I'm feeling angry and negative, and it's affecting me physically.
I've got poison in my heart
My negative emotions are tearing me apart emotionally.
And all my broken dreams are tearing me apart
My unfulfilled aspirations are causing me pain and distress.
I'm getting closer to the edge byt the lights aren't getting brighter
I feel like I'm at my breaking point and things aren't improving.
Feel the blood rush to my head i guess i'm feeling lighter
I'm experiencing a rush of adrenaline, but it's not necessarily a good thing.
The space is getting smaller the air is getting tighter
I'm starting to feel trapped and suffocated by my circumstances.
Yes i'm the underdog up against the ultimate fighter
I feel like I'm constantly fighting an uphill battle against insurmountable odds.
My adrenaline is gasoline and i'm in the igniter
My anxiety and stress are fueling my negative emotions and reactions.
My future's carved in stone but im still the rewriter
My fate may seem predetermined, but I believe I can still change the outcome if I try hard enough.
x4
Venom, poison
My negativity and toxic thoughts are poisoning my mind and body.
It's a knife to the heart everytime it attacks
Facing the harsh reality of my situation is painful and emotionally draining.
I've got venom in my veins
My negative emotions are consuming me, like a poison taking over my body.
And all my shattered dreams are tearing me apart
The disappointment of unrealized dreams is causing me even more pain and despair.
Poison in my heart
My negative emotions are taking over my heart, making it hard to feel anything positive.
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Contributed by Brooklyn J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Maagiij
It's always a different experience live :) I have personally opened up to a lot of new music after I heard it live, I think you should give it a shot!
Sarah
loving it ! <3
Silvia Gomez
loved this
Mort Jacobs
En af Danmarks bedste kunstnere, det er bare klasse det her.
Lau Moerk
you should go! she is amazing live!
Ajnat81Eye
Me like this yes :P Especially the chorus – “I’ve got venom in my veins, I’ve got poison in my heart, all my broken/shattered dreams are tarrying me apart, I’ve got poison in my heart” Describes very well how I feel when I’m angry and frustrated, and take it out on the world! :P
Torben Høegh
Super fedt nr. Kan høres igen og igen. Glæder mig til cd'en kommer til Oktober. Den må jeg bare ha c¨,)
Marie Pépin
endelig kom videoen ind! fantastisk nummer! dejligt med lidt sang. du er sgu for cool, lucy! ;-)
karohagg
When I say LUCY, you say LOVE! <3
Casper W
Låve it!