She was born in Hampshire and has lived in Devon, Brighton and London. She is of Finnish descent.
Hackman went to Bedales School where she met Cara Delevingne. Together they formed a short-lived band where Hackman played drums and Delevingne played guitar and sang.
Johnny Flynn also studied at the same school and knew and appreciated Hackman's music. He was instrumental in getting her first record deal with Transgressive and produced her debut single.
In 2013 she toured Australia and Europe as an opening act for Laura Marling
AM
Marika Hackman Lyrics
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Arms like a child
Letting the carpet kiss your feet
Hard heavy mouth with lips that fall apart
It's a soft pink work of art
And every mistake reads on your face
Oh, you stay blind with the kiss on your eyes
Flicker and white between red lines
Turn to the wall, still through it all
I wonder where you go
8:10 AM
You sleep so alone
Don't feel bad
I know you'd rather be unconscious lying there
Inside your mind
Hard heavy mouth that's crashed against my hand
It's a soft pink place to land
Every mistake you're to be made
I wonder where we go
8:10 AM
You sleep so alone
8:10 AM
You sleep so alone
Where did you go?
These lyrics from Marika Hackman's song "AM" depict a scene in the cold, early morning hours. The first verse describes someone waking up, feeling vulnerable and childlike, as they let the carpet touch their feet. This imagery suggests a sense of comfort and familiarity in their surroundings.
The second verse refers to someone with a "hard heavy mouth" that seems to be falling apart. This could represent someone who is struggling to express themselves or communicate effectively. Despite this, their presence is described as a "soft pink work of art," indicating that even in their flaws, there is something beautiful about them.
The chorus delves deeper into the individual's internal struggles. The line "every mistake reads on your face" suggests that their emotions and past experiences are evident in their facial expressions. The singer offers support by saying "I'll lead you to your dreams," implying that they want to help this person find their way and overcome their difficulties.
The following lines in the chorus convey a sense of confusion and uncertainty. The person is described as being blind, with a kiss on their eyes, and there is a reference to flickering and white between red lines, which could symbolize blurred vision or a distorted perception of reality. The phrase "turn to the wall, still through it all" implies that even when facing challenges, this person remains resilient and continues moving forward. However, the singer wonders where they go and what they experience during these difficult times.
The bridge of the song introduces a specific time, 8:10 AM, when the person is described as sleeping alone. This verse highlights their isolation and perhaps suggests that the struggles they face are internal and personal. The singer reassures them, telling them not to feel bad because they understand that the person may prefer escaping into the unconscious world of their own mind.
The final lines of the song again express the person's difficulties, describing their mouth as crashing against the singer's hand. The hand is seen as a soft, cushioning place for them to land, emphasizing the singer's role as a source of comfort and support.
The lyrics end with a repetition of the phrase "I wonder where we go." This line suggests a sense of longing and curiosity about the future, both for the singer and the person they are addressing. It implies that there is a shared journey they wish to embark on, but both are uncertain about where it may lead.
Overall, these lyrics explore themes of vulnerability, struggle, support, and the search for direction in challenging times.
Line by Line Meaning
In the cold morning light
In the early hours of the day, when the surroundings are still dark and the world is awakening
Arms like a child
Your arms are wrapped around yourself, seeking comfort and protection like a child
Letting the carpet kiss your feet
Allowing the soft touch of the carpet to caress your feet, providing a gentle and soothing sensation
Hard heavy mouth with lips that fall apart
A mouth that feels tense and burdened, lips that tremble and struggle to stay together
It's a soft pink work of art
Despite the struggle, it is a beautiful display of vulnerability and emotion
And every mistake reads on your face
Every error and misstep is evident and reflected on your expression
I'll lead you to your dreams
I will guide and support you towards your aspirations and desires
Oh, you stay blind with the kiss on your eyes
You choose to remain ignorant, distracted by the affectionate gesture on your eyelids
Flicker and white between red lines
Flashes of light and pale color amidst the red lines, symbolizing uncertainty and confusion
Turn to the wall, still through it all
You turn away from me, but even in the midst of it all, you remain
I wonder where you go
I ponder about your emotional and mental escapades
8:10 AM
Specifically at 8:10 in the morning
You sleep so alone
You rest in solitude, devoid of companionship
Don't feel bad
Do not blame yourself
I know you'd rather be unconscious lying there
I understand that you prefer to be in a state of unconsciousness, lying in stillness
Inside your mind
Within the depths of your thoughts and consciousness
Hard heavy mouth that's crashed against my hand
A mouth that feels strained and tense, colliding forcefully against my hand
It's a soft pink place to land
Despite the impact, it is a tender and gentle space to come to rest
Every mistake you're to be made
Each mistake that is bound to happen
I wonder where we go
I am curious about the direction and destination of our journey
8:10 AM
Specifically at 8:10 in the morning
You sleep so alone
You rest in solitude, devoid of companionship
8:10 AM
Specifically at 8:10 in the morning
You sleep so alone
You rest in solitude, devoid of companionship
Where did you go?
I am questioning where you have disappeared to
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MARIKA LOUISE HACKMAN
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Samuel Simoneau
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Masterpiece
Also, 'she's sleeping on the sofa it's
like she doesn't know that I exist'
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[Verse 1]
In the cold morning light
Arms like a child
Letting the carpet kiss your feet
[Pre-Chorus 1]
Hard heavy mouth with lips that fall apart
It's a soft pink work of art
And every mistake reads on your face
I'll leave you to your dreams
[Verse 2]
Oh, you stay blind with the kiss on your eyes
Flickering white between red lines
Turn to the wall, still through it all
I wonder where you go
[Chorus]
8:10 AM
You sleep so alone
[Verse 3]
Don't feel bad
I know you'd rather be unconscious lying there
Inside your mind
[Pre-Chorus 2]
Hard heavy mouth is crushed against my hand
It's a soft pink place to land
Every mistake yet to be made
I wonder where we go
[Chorus]
8:10 AM
You sleep so alone
8:10 AM
You sleep so alone
Where did you go?