Painted
MS MR Lyrics
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When you put me in unnatural space
A cruel dark box where a shadow took my place
Monday is January, Friday is December
The calendar means nothing, when you can't remember who you are
Who you are, losing hope, not sure what to believe
It's getting old loving everyone else, more than you love yourself
What did you think would happen?
When you put me in unnatural space
A cruel dark box where a shadow took my place
But if you never break, you'll never know
It's all you need to fight a blow
How to put yourself back together again
Burning bridges from the inside out
One day I'll be stronger than my own doubt
Stronger than my own doubt
But if you never break, you'll never know
It's all you need to fight a blow
How to put yourself back together again
Burning bridges from the inside out
One day I'll be stronger than my own doubt
Stronger than my own doubt
But if you never break, you'll never know
It's all you need to fight a blow
How to put yourself back together again
The lyrics of MS MR's song "Painted" seem to revolve around the idea of being trapped or confined in an unnatural space, and the struggle to maintain one's identity and sense of self in such a situation. The singer speaks of being put in a "cruel dark box" where a shadow takes her place, suggesting a loss of agency or control over her own life. The passage of time is also rendered meaningless, as the calendar "means nothing" when one can't remember who they are.
The singer expresses feelings of hopelessness and uncertainty, asking how one can grow from where they've been when they're lost. She also touches on the idea of loving others more than oneself, which could be interpreted as a form of self-neglect or lack of self-care. The repeated question of "What did you think would happen?" could be directed towards the person(s) who put her in this situation, or perhaps towards herself for not anticipating the difficulties she would face.
Despite the weight of these themes, there is a sense of resilience and determination running through the lyrics. The chorus speaks of the importance of facing adversity in order to grow and learn, and the need to "put yourself back together again" after experiencing a blow. The imagery of burning bridges from the inside out suggests a willingness to break free from the past and start anew. The final lines of the song suggest a future in which the singer is "stronger than [her] own doubt," perhaps indicating that she has emerged from her struggles with a greater sense of self-assurance.
Overall, "Painted" is a powerful song that touches on universal struggles of identity, agency, and resilience in the face of hardship.
Line by Line Meaning
What did you think would happen?
Questioning the consequences of one's actions or decisions.
When you put me in unnatural space
Being placed in a situation or environment that is not natural or comfortable.
A cruel dark box where a shadow took my place
Metaphorically feeling trapped and replaced by a dark, negative presence.
Monday is January, Friday is December
Not feeling grounded in reality or time, losing track of days and months.
The calendar means nothing, when you can't remember who you are
Feeling lost and disconnected from oneself, making it hard to find meaning in the passage of time.
Who you are, losing hope, not sure what to believe
Struggling with identity and losing faith in oneself and one's beliefs.
If you’re lost how can you grow from where you've been
Acknowledging that being lost makes it hard to learn and develop from past experiences.
It's getting old loving everyone else, more than you love yourself
Realizing the importance of self-love and feeling drained by constantly prioritizing others' feelings above one's own.
But if you never break, you'll never know
Encouraging taking risks and experiencing failure in order to learn and grow.
It's all you need to fight a blow
Implying that the struggle and failure are necessary parts of personal growth.
How to put yourself back together again
Learning how to heal and recover from setbacks.
Burning bridges from the inside out
Metaphorically cutting off harmful relationships or habits from within oneself.
One day I'll be stronger than my own doubt
Believing in personal growth and overcoming self-doubt.
Stronger than my own doubt
Reinforcing the idea that one can become stronger than their insecurities and doubts.
Contributed by Gabriella Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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What did you think would happen?
When you put me in unnatural space
A cruel dark box where a shadow took my place
Monday is January, Friday is December
The calendar means nothing, when you can't remember who you are
Who you are, losing hope, not sure what to believe
If the lost ever knew broke where you've been
It's getting old loving everyone else, more than you love yourself
But if you never break, you'll never know
It's all you need to fight a blow
Now put yourself back together again
Burning bridges from the inside-out
One day I'll be stronger than my own doubt
Stronger than my own doubt
But if you never break, you'll never know
It's all you need to fight a blow
Now put yourself back together again
What did you think would happen?
Alannah Erb
Every song of theirs resonates with me, how are they not more popular I seriously don't get it haha
sirCHAMPA
This band, this video and this song deserves billions of views. That breakbeat backbeat gives this song a punch in the guts. Her voice is vavavaBoommm!!! Plus she's such a vixen.
acornsoundsquirrel
Watching you two live your lives exactly how you want is seriously a huge confidence booster.
Iron Teo
8 7h ni
naturalist3d
Jacob Lundy 3D anaglyph are used as specular effect only - it is ..... for 3D :(
Heavenly Reid
This band is something else 😍
Ikran
i really loved this. i feel like her voice and halsey's voice have similarities. i'd love to see this band and her collaborate and create something magical.
Themily
Seems like this song is either a hit or miss with people. Im really diggin it. I love them
2 worlds and in between...
masterpiece
2203 Valentin
Masterpiece! One of the best band I know. Honest