Born in Hampstead, London, Faithfull began her career in 1964 after attending a Rolling Stones party, where she was discovered by Andrew Loog Oldham. Her debut album Marianne Faithfull (released simultaneously with her album Come My Way on April 15, 1965) was a commercial success followed by a number of albums on Decca Records. From 1966 to 1970, she had a highly publicised romantic relationship with Mick Jagger. Her popularity was further enhanced by her film roles, such as those in I'll Never Forget What's'isname (1967), The Girl on a Motorcycle (1968), and Hamlet (1969). However, her popularity was overshadowed by personal problems in the 1970s. During that time she was anorexic, homeless and a heroin addict.
Noted for her distinctive voice, Faithfull's previously melodic and higher-registered vocals (which were prevalent throughout her career in the 1960s) were affected by severe laryngitis, coupled with persistent drug abuse during the 1970s, permanently altering her voice, leaving it raspy, cracked and lower in pitch. This new sound was praised as "whisky soaked" by some critics and seen as having helped to capture the raw emotions expressed in Faithfull's music.
After a long commercial absence, Faithfull made a comeback with the 1979 release of her critically acclaimed album Broken English. The album was a commercial success and marked a resurgence of her musical career. Broken English earned Faithfull a nomination for the Grammy Award for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance and is often regarded as her "definitive recording". She followed this with a series of albums, including Dangerous Acquaintances (1981), A Child's Adventure (1983) and Strange Weather (1987). Faithfull also wrote three books about her life: Faithfull: An Autobiography (1994), Memories, Dreams & Reflections (2007) and Marianne Faithfull: A Life on Record (2014).
Faithfull is listed on VH1's "100 Greatest Women of Rock and Roll" list. She received the World Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2009 Women's World Awards and was made a Commandeur of the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the government of France.
Guilt
Marianne Faithfull Lyrics
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Though I know I've done no wrong, I feel guilt
I feel guilt, I feel guilt
Though I know I've done no wrong, I feel guilt
I feel bad, so bad
Though I ain't done nothing wrong, I feel bad
I feel bad, so bad
I never lied to my lover
But if I did I would admit it
If I could get away with murder
I'd take my gun and I'd commit it
I never gave to the rich
I never stole from the poor
I'm like a curious child
Give me more more, more, more, more, more, more
I feel blood, I feel blood
Though I feel it in my veins, it's not enough
I feel blood, I feel blood
Though it's streaming through my veins, it's not enough
I never stole a scarf from Harrods
But if I did you, wouldn't miss it
I never stole a doll from Lovecraft
But if I did you know I'd kiss it
I never stole from the rich
I never gave to the poor
I'm like a curious child
Just give me more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
I feel guilt, I feel guilt
Though I know I've done no wrong I feel guilt
I feel guilt, I feel guilt
Though I ain't done nothing wrong I feel guilt
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The lyrics of Marianne Faithfull’s song “Guilt” convey the artist’s feeling of guilt and shame despite not having done anything wrong. The repetition of the lines “Though I know I’ve done no wrong, I feel guilt” and “Though I ain’t done nothing wrong, I feel bad” highlights the irrationality and intensity of the feeling. Faithfull suggests that she would be willing to confess to things she has not done, expressing a masochistic desire to be punished for something, anything. She feels the need for more experiences, more material goods, but is never satisfied, as evidenced by the repetition of “more, more, more.”
The song also references violence and theft, with the artist claiming that she would commit murder if she could get away with it, and admitting that she would steal if she thought she could get away with it. These lyrics add a layer of complexity to the song, suggesting that the guilt Faithfull feels may stem from a desire to have more power or control, and a sense of dissatisfaction with her own life.
Overall, “Guilt” is a complex exploration of the human psyche, particularly the irrational and unexplainable emotions such as guilt and shame. Faithfull manages to convey a sense of desperation and longing, overlaid with a sense of hopelessness and despair.
Line by Line Meaning
I feel guilt, I feel guilt
I have a deep sense of remorse and self-doubt for no apparent reason.
Though I know I've done no wrong, I feel guilt
Despite having no cause to feel guilty, I can't shake this feeling of wrongdoing.
I feel bad, so bad
My guilt is causing me to feel terrible, physically and emotionally.
Though I ain't done nothing wrong, I feel bad
Even though I am innocent and blameless, my mind is consumed by feelings of negativity.
I never lied to my lover
I have been truthful and honest with my partner in every way.
But if I did I would admit it
If I were to deceive my partner, I would confess and take responsibility for my actions.
If I could get away with murder
Given the opportunity, I would commit the ultimate act of violence and escape punishment.
I'd take my gun and I'd commit it
I would use a firearm to kill someone, with no remorse or regret.
I never gave to the rich
I have not made charitable donations to wealthy individuals or corporations.
I never stole from the poor
I have not taken advantage of impoverished individuals or communities.
I'm like a curious child
I have a childlike curiosity and desire to know more about life.
Give me more more, more, more, more, more, more
I am insatiable in my thirst for knowledge and experiences.
I feel blood, I feel blood
Although my veins are flowing with blood, it's not enough to sustain my intense emotions.
Though I feel it in my veins, it's not enough
The physical sensations within my body cannot satisfy my overwhelming feelings of guilt.
I never stole a scarf from Harrods
I have not committed theft against a high-end retailer like Harrods.
But if I did you, wouldn't miss it
If I stole an item from a store, it would not be noticed or valued by anyone else.
I never stole a doll from Lovecraft
I have not committed theft against a toy store like Lovecraft.
But if I did you know I'd kiss it
If I stole a toy, it would bring me immense joy and satisfaction.
I'm like a curious child
I retain a childlike sense of innocence and wonderment.
Just give me more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
I crave an endless supply of new experiences and sensations, never content with what I already have.
Guilt, guilt, guilt, guilt
My mind is plagued by feelings of guilt, which I cannot seem to shake or overcome.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: B. REYNOLDS
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I feel guilt, I feel guilt
Though I know I've done no wrong I feel guilt
I feel guilt, I feel guilt
Though I know I've done no wrong I feel guilt
I feel bad, so bad
Though I ain't done nothing wrong I feel bad
I feel bad, so bad
Though I ain't done nothing wrong I feel bad
I never lied to my lover
But if I did I would admit it
If I could get away with murder
I'd take my gun and I'd commit it
I never gave to the rich, I never stole from the poor
I'm like a curious child, give me more
More, more, more, more, more, more
I feel blood, I feel blood
Though I feel it in my veins, it's not enough
I feel blood, I feel blood
Though it's streaming through my veins it's not enough
I never stole a scarf from Harrods
But if I did you wouldn't miss it
I never stole a doll from Lovecraft
But if I did you know I'd kiss it
I never stole from the rich, I never gave to the poor
I'm like a curious child, just give me more
More, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
I feel guilt, I feel guilt
Though I know I've done no wrong I feel guilt
I feel guilt, I feel guilt
Though I ain't done nothing wrong I feel guilt
Guilt, guilt, guilt, guilt
Guilt, guilt, guilt, guilt
Guilt, guilt, guilt, guilt
Guilt, guilt, guilt, guilt
Guilt, guilt, guilt, guilt
Guilt, guilt, guilt, guilt
Guilt, guilt, guilt, guilt
Guilt, guilt, guilt, guilt
@smortonlcfl
Came here after Mindhunter. Love the show and i'ts soundtrack. Great song!
@congenitalsyndrome9163
Same here amazing show like breaking bad
@mehdig954
Good song for final saison 2
@akashtiwari6515
Me too
@investedinlunacy8663
best show ever made. that next season needs to get here though.
@dw2062
Same. Lack of bombast and showing of human frailty. Despite a couple of over the top side stories, completely lacking the sort of tedious bombast characterising other contemporary crime shows. Few anachronisms but made up fot by the overall show. Great stuff.
@skyhawk6092
When I binge watch Netflix, I feel guilt.
When Season 2 of Mindhunter ends, I feel bad.
@charogomezruvalcaba9321
SO BAAAD!!!
@quadrikalim89
So bad
@robertlaube574
So baaaaduh