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.
self sabotage
Maggie Lindemann Lyrics
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I'm stuck in my ways, I can't win my own game
If it's meant to be, then I'll throw it away, oh
Hurt you for no reason, I won't call you back
Then I break you into pieces so I don't get attached
Get so caught up in my feelings, float until we crash
And we're runnin' out of gas, I was hopin' we could last, but
I start to fall, then I cave
And I push you away
You could call it self-sabotage
I love to dig my own grave
Somethin' wrong with my brain
You could call it self-sabotage
It's a self-fulfillin' prophecy
I know I'm gonna fuck it up with you and me
Shit's never goin' my way
Now I'm drownin' in blame
You could call it self-sabotage
I'm hard to love, this girl is a gun
I'm killin' 'em softly, one by one
So fill up your lungs, yeah, you better run, oh
Hurt you for no reason, I won't call you back
Then I break you into pieces so I don't get attached
Get so caught up in my feelings, float until we crash
And we're runnin' out of gas, I was hopin' we could last, but
I start to fall, then I cave
And I push you away
You could call it self-sabotage
I love to dig my own grave
Somethin' wrong with my brain
You could call it self-sabotage
It's a self-fulfillin' prophecy
I know I'm gonna fuck it up with you and me
Shit's never goin' my way
Now I'm drownin' in blame
You could call it self-sabotage
Hurt you for no reason, I won't call you back
And I break you into pieces so I don't get attached
Get so caught up in my feelings, float until we crash
And we're runnin' out of gas, I was hopin' we could last, but
I start to fall, then I cave
And I push you away
You could call it self-sabotage
I love to dig my own grave
Somethin' wrong with my brain
You could call it self-sabotage
It's a self-fulfillin' prophecy
I know I'm gonna fuck it up with you and me
Shit's never goin' my way
Now I'm drownin' in blame
You could call it self-sabotage
The lyrics of Maggie Lindemann's song "Self Sabotage" delve into the self-destructive patterns and behaviors that the singer embodies in her relationships. She expresses how she often pushes people away and sabotages her own chances of forming a lasting connection. The line "I tell you to leave when I want you to stay, I'm stuck in my ways, I can't win my own game" reveals her contradictory actions and inner turmoil. She acknowledges that if something could potentially be good, she will intentionally ruin it for herself.
The chorus emphasizes her self-sabotaging tendencies, admitting that she loves to dig her own grave and that there's something wrong with her brain. She believes it is a self-fulfilling prophecy that she will inevitably mess up any relationship she enters. The line "Shit's never goin' my way, now I'm drownin' in blame" showcases her awareness of her continuous failures and how it leads her to a place of self-blame. The repetition of the phrase "You could call it self-sabotage" emphasizes her acceptance of her own destructive behavior and inability to break free from it.
Overall, "Self Sabotage" explores the internal struggle of someone who consistently ruins their chances at happiness, fully aware of their actions but unable to escape the cycle of self-destruction.
Line by Line Meaning
I tell you to leave when I want you to stay
I give conflicting signals because I am afraid of getting too close
I'm stuck in my ways, I can't win my own game
I am trapped in my destructive patterns and cannot escape them
If it's meant to be, then I'll throw it away, oh
Even if there is potential for success, I will ruin it on purpose
Hurt you for no reason, I won't call you back
I cause you pain without any valid explanation and ignore your attempts to reach me
Then I break you into pieces so I don't get attached
I shatter your emotions to avoid becoming emotionally invested
Get so caught up in my feelings, float until we crash
I become overwhelmed by my emotions, leading to the eventual dissolution of our relationship
And we're runnin' out of gas, I was hopin' we could last, but
Our relationship is losing its energy and I had hoped it would be different
I start to fall, then I cave
I begin to have feelings for you, but then give in to my destructive tendencies
And I push you away
I purposely distance myself from you
You could call it self-sabotage
My actions can be categorized as self-destructive
I love to dig my own grave
I take pleasure in ruining my own chances at happiness
Somethin' wrong with my brain
There is something mentally wrong with me
It's a self-fulfillin' prophecy
I believe I will mess things up, and so I do
I know I'm gonna fuck it up with you and me
I am aware that I will ruin our relationship
Shit's never goin' my way
Things never work out in my favor
Now I'm drownin' in blame
I am overwhelmed with guilt and responsibility
I'm hard to love, this girl is a gun
I am difficult to be in a relationship with, as I bring harm and danger
I'm killin' 'em softly, one by one
I am damaging people emotionally, gradually and subtly
So fill up your lungs, yeah, you better run, oh
Breathe in deeply and escape while you can
Hurt you for no reason, I won't call you back
I cause you pain without any valid explanation and ignore your attempts to reach me
And I break you into pieces so I don't get attached
I shatter your emotions to avoid becoming emotionally invested
Get so caught up in my feelings, float until we crash
I become overwhelmed by my emotions, leading to the eventual dissolution of our relationship
And we're runnin' out of gas, I was hopin' we could last, but
Our relationship is losing its energy and I had hoped it would be different
I start to fall, then I cave
I begin to have feelings for you, but then give in to my destructive tendencies
And I push you away
I purposely distance myself from you
You could call it self-sabotage
My actions can be categorized as self-destructive
I love to dig my own grave
I take pleasure in ruining my own chances at happiness
Somethin' wrong with my brain
There is something mentally wrong with me
It's a self-fulfillin' prophecy
I believe I will mess things up, and so I do
I know I'm gonna fuck it up with you and me
I am aware that I will ruin our relationship
Shit's never goin' my way
Things never work out in my favor
Now I'm drownin' in blame
I am overwhelmed with guilt and responsibility
Hurt you for no reason, I won't call you back
I cause you pain without any valid explanation and ignore your attempts to reach me
And I break you into pieces so I don't get attached
I shatter your emotions to avoid becoming emotionally invested
Get so caught up in my feelings, float until we crash
I become overwhelmed by my emotions, leading to the eventual dissolution of our relationship
And we're runnin' out of gas, I was hopin' we could last, but
Our relationship is losing its energy and I had hoped it would be different
I start to fall, then I cave
I begin to have feelings for you, but then give in to my destructive tendencies
And I push you away
I purposely distance myself from you
You could call it self-sabotage
My actions can be categorized as self-destructive
I love to dig my own grave
I take pleasure in ruining my own chances at happiness
Somethin' wrong with my brain
There is something mentally wrong with me
It's a self-fulfillin' prophecy
I believe I will mess things up, and so I do
I know I'm gonna fuck it up with you and me
I am aware that I will ruin our relationship
Shit's never goin' my way
Things never work out in my favor
Now I'm drownin' in blame
I am overwhelmed with guilt and responsibility
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Margaret Elizabeth Lindemann, Lauren Mandel, Cody Tarpley, Joshua Murty, Larzz Principato
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@cirus5945
this song is def in my top 3, the lyrics are so real and the sound give me goosebumps
@skrmnghrd4520
I know brooo. I mever knew I could relate so much, and it's from a woman too.
@ashleylipton2982
I feel you... sadly it describes me 100% 🤦♀️😂
@nickfd3
1000% agree it’s fcking amazing
@ahegaobrat5831
Two of my favorite artists released multiple songs within the same 24 hours, and it’s literally my brain and I’m so thankful that you shared your lyrics. It’s relieving to know someone understands. I’m sorry you experience the self aware self sabotage
@orsolyacsintalan1241
i wish you the best 🤍
@itsbarrettlindemannfan
Cada música dessa consegue transmitir algo surreal, as letras não são superficiais e eu amo isso
@thelightlord6081
The progression in the chorus, the melody and how it goes up and down like a wave is just so fucking satisfying to listen to. Then you've got some banging rock elements like that dirty guitar and drum, not to mention the lyrics. This is a god tier song
@stray_kids_enayisi0325
You have to be more popular. Your music style is different (but I really love your music style) but your voice, lyrics are so amazing.
@elymarye
She has 6m followers lol she’s very famous