Following the song, Lindemann transitioned her music into pop punk and alternative rock genres with the release of her debut EP, Paranoia (2021). Her debut album, Suckerpunch, was released on September 16, 2022.
Scissorhands
Maggie Lindemann Lyrics
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But you keep pulling me down
I warned you this won't end well
Swear that I want to
What I touch goes up in flames
I wish that I could change
Oh, everybody's staring at me
This is what you chose
Why can't no one understand
I got scissors for my hands?
Hold you closer but I can't
I don't wanna kill a man
Don't come near
Nothing good will come from here
Those scratches won't disappear
I got, I got scissors for my hands
Scissors for my hands
I got, I got scissors for my
Tiny blades, so I'm alone
Hurt everybody ten feet from me
I'm only safe when I'm alone
I'm not okay but I'm okay with it
Oh, everybody's staring at me
Oh, like I'm a freak but they don't even really know
They don't really know
Why can't no one understand
I got scissors for my hands?
Hold you closer but I can't
I don't wanna kill a man
Don't come near
Nothing good will come from here
Those scratches won't disappear
I got, I got scissors for my hands
Scissors for my hands
I got, I got scissors for my hands
I got, I got scissors for my hands
The lyrics of the song "Scissorhands" by Maggie Lindemann are very emotional, introspective and haunting. The song talks about a person who feels very isolated and disconnected from the world because of something that makes them different. This difference is represented by the metaphor of having "scissors for my hands". This could mean that the person feels like they are dangerous or hurtful to others because of their differences or flaws, just like a person with scissors for hands would inadvertently hurt those around them.
The opening verse talks about the singer trying to mind their own business, but they are constantly being pulled down by others. This could be because they are different from the majority, and people have a tendency to isolate those who don't fit in. The chorus explains that the singer feels like they are on display for all to see, like they are in a circus or a freak show, but they have no choice but to put on a show for others because of the attention they attract with their differences.
The second verse talks about the loneliness and pain caused by the singer's differences, and how they are isolated from others even though they crave closeness. The repeated refrain of "I got scissors for my hands" emphasizes the singer's sense of difference and isolation. Overall, the song is a powerful exploration of how it feels to be an outsider in society.
Line by Line Meaning
I mind my own business
I try to stay out of other people's business
But you keep pulling me down
You keep dragging me into drama and problems
I warned you this won't end well
I told you things would not turn out well
Swear that I want to
But I still desire to be a part of your life
What I touch goes up in flames
Everything I do ends up causing trouble or chaos
I wish that I could change
I wish I could fix things and make them better
Oh, everybody's staring at me
Everyone is looking at me and judging me
Oh, since you're lookin', I'll put on a fucking show
Since you are already paying attention, I will do something to grab your attention even more
This is what you chose
This is the result of the choices you made
Why can't no one understand
Why does no one get it
I got scissors for my hands?
I am dangerous and cannot be trusted
Hold you closer but I can't
I want to be close to you but I can't because I might hurt you
I don't wanna kill a man
I don't want to cause anyone harm
Don't come near
Stay away from me for your own safety
Nothing good will come from here
Being around me will only lead to trouble
Those scratches won't disappear
Any damage I cause will not easily be forgotten
I got, I got scissors for my hands
I am a danger to myself and others
Tiny blades, so I'm alone
My dangerous condition means I am isolated and alone
Hurt everybody ten feet from me
Just being close to me can cause pain or harm to others
I'm only safe when I'm alone
I can only be safe by being away from others
I'm not okay but I'm okay with it
My situation is not good, but I have accepted it
like I'm a freak but they don't even really know
People judge me and treat me like a weirdo without understanding my condition
I got, I got scissors for my hands
I am a danger to myself and others
Scissors for my hands
My condition makes me dangerous and isolated
I got, I got scissors for my hands
I am a danger to myself and others
Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Jochanan Benjamin Samama, Margaret Elizabeth Lindemann, Paris O'Neill Carney, Rachel Kanner, Donald Cody Jr. Tarpley
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@violetx9190
THIS IS YOUR GENRE SISS DONT EVEN CHANGE IT YOU ROCKKKKK
@dieuvynguyen8656
Totally agree
@dingoa9595
How would you define this genre
@adminflot
@@dingoa9595 Pop punk
@dingoa9595
@@adminflot Thanks
@hannahrepollo
EXACTLY UGH
@joellem625
The most underrated artist this song is a masterpiece and the fact that the lyrics are amazing and not sugar coated is everything!!!
@PoojaRajputmusic
Yess why is she so underrated she deserves so much more โค๏ธ her songs are the best
@illysinlove
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@alexachavez7617
Totally agree