Madness
Mahal Slick Lyrics
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Honey we don’t gotta make things alright
You don’t gotta worry if I’ll mistreat you
Baby we don’t need to, you be lookin’ see through
Honey I just gotta say, I don’t need you
Honey we don’t gotta make things alright
You don’t gotta worry if I’ll mistreat you
Baby we don’t need to, you be lookin’ see through
The city streets we used to walk are filled with pain and replacement
But lowkey I’ve been putting off the sadness
And highkey I’ve been driving into madness
I told myself I wouldn’t get to it, now it’s all irrelevant
Maybe I can sell a bit of loneliness for benefit
By living my life without a dream, and maybe living your life not next to me
Maybe walking away, everytime we meet
Maybe blocking out the vision everytime we sleep
We would separate each other, so we never see
The possibilities of us not being obsolete
If we make it happen anyway, it’s not like there’s still much to say
A hello, then you walk away, routine that happens everyday
Our history is killing me, the memories are turning grey
I only wish this wasn’t so regrettable and in your face
The soul is see through, transparent in the way you move
I really need you, an addict in the way you groove
You lookin’ so fine when you roll outta’ bed
And with them messy waves rollin’ on the top of your head
I still smile when I see you, no need for a sequel
We’re running this plotline, through sadness
And the gleeful times are looking better now
I’ve been feeling better now
Once we saw our flaws, we start to work on them together
How long does it take, i never rush a work of art
And, this’ my masterpiece so come back next March for the
Grand unveiling, and rockin’ our new wedding rings
Time never failing to lock the whole wedding into, a special day
And I really cannot wait, but it feels so far away
But I know what my cake will look like
We might have to go back and forth
But with a compromise baby, we can make it ours
Honey I just gotta say, I don’t need you
Honey we don’t gotta make things alright
You don’t gotta worry if I’ll mistreat you
Baby we don’t need to, you be lookin’ see through
Honey I just gotta say, I don’t need you
Honey we don’t gotta make things alright
You don’t gotta worry if I’ll mistreat you
Baby we don’t need to, you be lookin’ see through
In "Madness" by Mahal Slick, the lyrics convey a sense of emotional detachment and a struggle to find happiness. The singer starts by asserting that they don't need the person they're addressing, emphasizing that they don't have to make things right or worry about mistreating them. It suggests a certain level of independence and a desire to not be reliant on someone else for their own well-being.
However, as the song progresses, it becomes apparent that behind this facade of detachment, the singer is actually feeling sadness and complacency. They describe the city streets they used to walk as now filled with pain and replacement, indicating a loss of connection and a sense of loneliness. The singer acknowledges that they have been avoiding their sadness while simultaneously plunging into madness. They admit to blocking out the vision of a future with this person and separating themselves to avoid the pain, even though they recognize the missed possibilities.
Despite the conflicting emotions, the singer still finds beauty in the person they address. They appreciate their physical appearance and highlight the moments of happiness they once shared. The singer expresses a desire to work on their flaws together and suggests that their relationship is a work of art that requires time and compromise. Ultimately, they hope for a future where they can be together and build a lasting bond.
Line by Line Meaning
Honey I just gotta say, I don’t need you
I want to express that I can survive without you
Honey we don’t gotta make things alright
We don't have to pretend everything is okay
You don’t gotta worry if I’ll mistreat you
You don't have to be concerned about me treating you poorly
Baby we don’t need to, you be lookin’ see through
We don't need to be together, as I can clearly see through your intentions
Been feeling sad and complacent, like I’ve been down in the basement
I've been feeling down and stagnant, trapped in a state of sadness
The city streets we used to walk are filled with pain and replacement
The places we once cherished are now filled with heartache and substitutes
But lowkey I’ve been putting off the sadness
Secretly, I've been avoiding confronting my sadness
And highkey I’ve been driving into madness
Openly, I've been diving headfirst into madness
I told myself I wouldn’t get to it, now it’s all irrelevant
I convinced myself that I wouldn't let it affect me, but now it doesn't matter anymore
Maybe I can sell a bit of loneliness for benefit
Perhaps I can exploit my loneliness for personal gain
By living my life without a dream, and maybe living your life not next to me
I'm living without purpose, and maybe you're living without me by your side
Maybe walking away, everytime we meet
Perhaps I should walk away every time we encounter each other
Maybe blocking out the vision everytime we sleep
Perhaps I should suppress the image of us every time I fall asleep
We would separate each other, so we never see
We would distance ourselves to avoid facing the reality of our situation
The possibilities of us not being obsolete
The potential for us to still exist and not become irrelevant
If we make it happen anyway, it’s not like there’s still much to say
If we manage to make it work regardless, there's not much left to talk about
A hello, then you walk away, routine that happens everyday
The daily routine of a brief greeting, followed by you walking away
Our history is killing me, the memories are turning grey
Our past is tormenting me, and the memories are losing their vibrancy
I only wish this wasn’t so regrettable and in your face
I wish this situation wasn't filled with regret and constantly reminding me of you
The soul is see through, transparent in the way you move
Your soul is easily seen through, evident in your actions and behavior
I really need you, an addict in the way you groove
I truly crave you, addicted to the way you move and dance
You lookin’ so fine when you roll outta’ bed
You look incredibly attractive even when you wake up
And with them messy waves rollin’ on the top of your head
Your untidy hair waves on top of your head add to your allure
I still smile when I see you, no need for a sequel
I still smile when I see you, there's no need for anything more
We’re running this plotline, through sadness
We're experiencing this storyline together, amidst sadness
And the gleeful times are looking better now
The joyful moments are appearing more promising now
I’ve been feeling better now
I've been feeling improved recently
Once we saw our flaws, we start to work on them together
Once we acknowledge our imperfections, we can begin addressing them as a team
How long does it take, i never rush a work of art
I never hurry when creating something beautiful, so how long will it take?
And, this’ my masterpiece so come back next March for the
This is my most remarkable creation, so come back next March for the
Grand unveiling, and rockin’ our new wedding rings
Grand reveal, and proudly wearing our newly exchanged wedding rings
Time never failing to lock the whole wedding into, a special day
Time will ultimately make our wedding day a truly special occasion
And I really cannot wait, but it feels so far away
I am truly excited, but it seems like the day is still distant
But I know what my cake will look like
But I have a clear idea of how my wedding cake will be
We might have to go back and forth
We may need to have discussions and negotiations
But with a compromise baby, we can make it ours
But with compromise, my love, we can make it uniquely ours
Honey I just gotta say, I don’t need you
I want to express that I can survive without you
Honey we don’t gotta make things alright
We don't have to pretend everything is okay
You don’t gotta worry if I’ll mistreat you
You don't have to be concerned about me treating you poorly
Baby we don’t need to, you be lookin’ see through
We don't need to be together, as I can clearly see through your intentions
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Mahal Slick, Dan O., Guia Elle
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