… Read Full Bio ↴Manicanparty is an alternative pop group comprised of singer/songwriter
Jessica Corazza and producer Patrick Morrissey. Growing up in Minnesota
they each found their own path to the arts. Pat did theater work and played in a
number of indie bands, while Jess pursued songwriting and the guitar. In 2007
Patrick moved east attending the Hartt School where he studied acting. Jess
hung back in Minnesota attending University of Minnesota and writing songs
in her spare time but quickly joined Pat in Connecticut. There they began to
compose music together creating a new and dynamic partnership. After Pat
graduated they moved to Brooklyn, NY finding a home with Treehouse Recording
Studios-AtWork Management where they perfected their distinct and fresh
sound. Released under RPM MSC/ATWORK their debut single, "Rebels in the
Light", caught the attention of both critics and listeners alike with its heavy use of
tribal drums and chants, accentuated by Jessica's unique vocal tone. "Rebels in
the Light" is the first single off the upcoming Manicanparty EP set to release late
this summer.
FAREWELL
Manicanparty Lyrics
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Swinging back and forth like pendulums
Back down, you are turning me into a monster
over and over I'm
Screaming but you don't even hear me when I'm saying
I know you love me
But let the truth unfold
I know you love me
I preview I preview
Oh I'm rise up against you
I'll stand my ground and
I'll say farewell
I preview I preview
Oh I'm rise up against you
I'll stand my ground and
I'll say farewell
You can't tempt me will all of these open threats
Burnt me, put me out with cigarettes
I'll stand still, my tears will put the fire out
I'm downing so I don't hear a sound
I know you love me
But let the truth unfold
I know you love me
But you've left me so dark and cold
I preview I preview
Oh I'm rise up against you
I'll stand my ground and
I'll say farewell
I preview I preview
Oh I'm rise up against you
I'll stand my ground and
I'll say farewell
I know you love me
I know you love me
But let the truth unfold
I know you love me
I know you love me
I preview I preview
Oh I'm rise up against you
I'll stand my ground and
I'll say farewell
I preview I preview
Oh I'm rise up against you
I'll stand my ground and
I'll say farewell
The lyrics to Manicanparty's "Farewell" evoke a sense of resilience, strength, and the unyielding determination to stand up for oneself. The song opens with the singer biting down to hold her fist down firm, an act of physical defiance that suggests there is something or someone she is battling against. The imagery of swinging back and forth like pendulums reinforces this sense of conflict, while the line "you are turning me into a monster" hints at the toll this battle is taking on her.
As the song progresses, the singer's tone becomes increasingly defiant. She screams, but feels like no one hears her, even though she knows they love her. The repeated refrain, "I'll stand my ground and I'll say farewell" emphasizes the singer's determination to break free from whatever is holding her back, even if it means saying goodbye to those she loves.
The final lines of the song are particularly powerful, as the singer declares "I know you love me, I know you love me, but let the truth unfold." This suggests that there is a deeper truth to be discovered, one that perhaps the singer has been denying or ignoring. By standing up for herself and saying farewell, she is finally taking a step towards uncovering that truth and moving forward with her life.
Line by Line Meaning
Bite in to hold my fist down firm
I am suppressing my anger and frustration.
Swinging back and forth like pendulums
My emotions are fluctuating rapidly.
Back down, you are turning me into a monster
Your actions are bringing out the worst in me.
over and over I'm Screaming but you don't even hear me when I'm saying
I feel like my pleas for understanding are falling on deaf ears.
I know you love me But let the truth unfold
Despite your love, there are unresolved issues and painful truths that need to be confronted.
I know you love me But you've left me so dark and cold
Your actions have left me feeling abandoned and emotionally numb.
I preview I preview Oh I'm rise up against you I'll stand my ground and I'll say farewell
I am preparing to stand up for myself and end this toxic relationship.
You can't tempt me will all of these open threats Burnt me, put me out with cigarettes
I will not be swayed or controlled by your abusive behavior.
I'll stand still, my tears will put the fire out I'm downing so I don't hear a sound
I am forcing myself to be calm and composed in the face of your destructive actions.
I know you love me I know you love me
I acknowledge your feelings, but they do not excuse your harmful behavior.
I preview I preview Oh I'm rise up against you I'll stand my ground and I'll say farewell
I am determined to end this cycle of abuse and say goodbye to this toxic relationship.
Contributed by Hudson O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.