Glitter
Mafalda Lyrics


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You set a timer on my breaking point
Wanna be front row when I finally blow
Up in every direction
So you can start a collection
Of pieces of me

You say that you care but that’s not true
We both know you’re making me confused
Always pushing and pulling
You’ve just been misusing
Think that I don’t notice

You want that glitter on my body
So bad you tryna get closer to me
Mess with my Head till I can’t even breathe
You just wanna get me lost
Just to say you found me
You want that glitter on my body
So bad you tryna get closer to me
Mess with my head till I can’t even breathе
You just wanna get me lost
Just to say you found me

It’s kinda funny how you think you’ll win
You try to lurе me get under my skin
Won't let you control me
I like writing my story won’t fool me again

You say that you care but that’s not true
We both know you’re making me confused
Always push and pulling
You’ve just been misusing
Think that I don’t notice

You want that glitter on my body
So bad you tryna get closer to me
Mess with my head till I can’t even breathe
You just wanna get me lost
Just to say you found me

Pulling me, Pulling me down
Pulling me, Pulling me down

You want that glitter on my body
So bad you tryna get closer to me
Mess with my head till I can’t even breathe




You just wanna get me lost
Just to say you found me

Overall Meaning

In Mafalda's song "Glitter," the lyrics delve into the theme of manipulation and the desire for control within a relationship. The opening lines, "You set a timer on my breaking point / Wanna be front row when I finally blow," indicate that the persona feels as though their partner is intentionally pushing them to their limit just to witness the aftermath. The line "So you can start a collection / Of pieces of me" suggests that the persona feels like they are gradually being broken and their partner is collecting the fragments of their shattered self.


The persona expresses their frustration and realization of being manipulated, stating "You say that you care but that’s not true / We both know you’re making me confused." This highlights the contrast between the partner's words and actions. The repetition of "Always pushing and pulling / You’ve just been misusing / Think that I don’t notice" emphasizes the deliberate manipulation and the persona's awareness of it.


The chorus of the song portrays the partner's desire for control and possession, symbolized by the metaphor of glitter on the persona's body. The partner wants to be close to the persona, but their intentions are not genuine. The line "Mess with my Head till I can’t even breathe" showcases the emotional toll the manipulation takes, leaving the persona feeling lost and suffocated in the relationship.


The persona refuses to be controlled, asserting their independence by proclaiming "Won't let you control me / I like writing my story won’t fool me again." This suggests that they have learned from past experiences and are determined to maintain their autonomy.


Overall, "Glitter" is a powerful song that explores the dynamics of manipulation and control within a relationship, highlighting the importance of recognizing and asserting one's own worth.


Line by Line Meaning

You set a timer on my breaking point
You continuously push me to my limits, testing how much I can handle before I break.


Wanna be front row when I finally blow
You desire to witness firsthand the moment when I reach my breaking point and fall apart.


Up in every direction
My emotions and thoughts are spiraling out of control, affecting me in every aspect of my life.


So you can start a collection
You want to gather all the broken pieces of me, as if it's some kind of achievement or trophy for you.


Of pieces of me
You aim to possess fragments of my broken self, taking away my sense of wholeness and completeness.


You say that you care but that’s not true
Although you claim to care about me, your actions prove otherwise, revealing your true intentions.


We both know you’re making me confused
Both of us are aware that you purposely manipulate and confuse me, causing me emotional turmoil.


Always pushing and pulling
You constantly oscillate between pushing me away and pulling me closer, further destabilizing my emotions.


You’ve just been misusing
You have been taking advantage of my vulnerability and trust, using it for your own selfish purposes.


Think that I don’t notice
You believe that I am unaware of your manipulative tactics, underestimating my ability to see through your intentions.


You want that glitter on my body
You crave the attention and validation that comes with being associated with me, as if I am some kind of shiny and valuable object.


So bad you tryna get closer to me
You are so desperate to get closer to me because you believe that being in my proximity will elevate your status or fulfill your own desires.


Mess with my Head till I can’t even breathe
You manipulate my thoughts and emotions to the point where I feel suffocated and unable to think clearly.


You just wanna get me lost
Your intention is to confuse and disorient me, leading me astray from my own sense of self and purpose.


Just to say you found me
You want the satisfaction of claiming ownership over me, as if I am some kind of hidden treasure that you discovered.


It’s kinda funny how you think you’ll win
It's ironic and amusing how you believe that you can ultimately triumph over me and gain control.


You try to lure me get under my skin
You attempt to entice and seduce me, aiming to deeply affect and manipulate my emotions and thoughts.


Won't let you control me
I refuse to let you have power and dominance over me, as I am determined to maintain my independence and agency.


I like writing my story won’t fool me again
I enjoy taking control of my own life and shaping my own narrative, and I won't allow myself to be deceived or manipulated by you again.


Pulling me, Pulling me down
You continuously exert a force that drags me down, making me feel overwhelmed and emotionally drained.


You want that glitter on my body
You incessantly crave the attention and admiration that comes from being associated with me, as if I am some kind of sparkling and desirable object.


So bad you tryna get closer to me
You are so desperate to be in my presence because you believe that it will elevate your social standing or fulfill your own desires.


Mess with my head till I can’t even breathe
You manipulate my thoughts and emotions to the point where it becomes difficult for me to breathe and function normally.


You just wanna get me lost
Your sole intention is to confuse and disorient me, leading me astray from my true self and purpose.


Just to say you found me
You simply want to proudly announce that you have found and captured me, as if I am some kind of conquest or achievement.




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