BROKEN NEEDLE
Marilyn Manson Lyrics


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So close your eyes
It's only a dream
When you wake up
Rinse off all this pain
And your makeup
Stare into the mirror
Apples are always something to fear
Are you alright?
'Cause I'm not okay
All of these lies
Are not worth fighting for
Are you alright?
'Cause I'm not okay
All of these lies
Are not worth fighting for

I am a needle
Dig in your grooves
Scratch you up
Then I'll put you away
I am a needle
Dig in your grooves
Scratch you up
Then I'll put you away

It won't be death
But a deep sleep
A curse of a hundred years
The princess will fall (the princess will fall)
The princess will fall
The princess will fall into a slumber for a century

Are you alright?
'Cause I'm not okay
All of these lies
Are not worth fighting for
Are you alright?
'Cause I'm not okay
All of these lies
Are not worth fighting for
(Not worth fighting for)
(Fighting for)
(Fighting for)

I am a needle
Dig in your grooves
Scratch you up
Then I'll put you away
I am a needle
Dig in your grooves
Scratch you up
Then I'll put you away

I'll never ever play you again
I'll never ever play you again
I'll never ever play you again
Then I'll put you away
I'll never ever play you again
Then I'll put you away
I'll never ever play you again
Then I'll put you away
I'll never ever play you again
Then I'll put you away
I'll never ever play you again
Then I'll put you away
I'll never ever play you again
Then I'll put you away
Then I'll put you away




Then I'll put you away
I'll never ever play you again

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Marilyn Manson's song "Broken Needle" delve into themes of pain, self-reflection, and the damaging effects of lies. The opening lines, "So close your eyes, It's only a dream, When you wake up, Rinse off all this pain," suggest that the song is exploring the idea of escape and finding relief from the troubles and hardships of life. The mention of "makeup" in this context could be symbolic of hiding one's pain behind a façade.


The mention of staring into the mirror and the line "Apples are always something to fear" could be a reference to the biblical story of Adam and Eve and the temptation of the forbidden fruit. It suggests that there is always a fear or consequence associated with giving in to desires or indulging in things that may bring temporary relief but ultimately lead to pain.


The recurring lines "Are you alright? 'Cause I'm not okay, All of these lies, Are not worth fighting for" express the emotional turmoil and disillusionment the singer is experiencing. They question the worth of fighting for something that is built on lies and deceit.


The refrain, "I am a needle, Dig in your grooves, Scratch you up, Then I'll put you away," can be seen as a metaphor for the destructive nature of the singer. They describe themselves as a needle that digs into someone's vulnerabilities, causing harm, and then discarding them. This imagery reflects a sense of detachment and a willingness to hurt others without remorse.


The following lines, "It won't be death, But a deep sleep, A curse of a hundred years, The princess will fall (the princess will fall)," could be a reference to the fairy tale of Sleeping Beauty. Here, the singer implies that the consequences of their actions will not be immediate death but rather a prolonged slumber, a curse that the princess will endure for a century. This further emphasizes the theme of cause and effect, how actions have consequences that may not be immediately apparent.


In summary, "Broken Needle" explores themes of pain, self-destruction, and the consequences of lies. It reflects on the illusion of escape, the damaging effects of indulgence, the emotional turmoil of the singer, and their willingness to harm others without remorse.


Line by Line Meaning

So close your eyes
Take a moment to escape from reality and imagine a different world


It's only a dream
The things you imagine are not real, they are just illusions


When you wake up
When you return to reality


Rinse off all this pain
Wash away the emotional distress and suffering


And your makeup
Remove the facade you put on, the mask that hides your true self


Stare into the mirror
Look at yourself and confront your own reflection


Apples are always something to fear
Be wary of the temptations and deceit that can lead to downfall or corruption


Are you alright?
Are you emotionally stable and doing well?


'Cause I'm not okay
Because I am struggling and in a state of distress


All of these lies
The falsehoods and deceptions


Are not worth fighting for
Are not worth the effort to defend or believe in


I am a needle
I am a tool that penetrates and causes pain


Dig in your grooves
I delve into your innermost vulnerabilities and weaknesses


Scratch you up
I inflict harm and leave scars on you


Then I'll put you away
After causing damage, I will discard and forget about you


It won't be death
It will not be a permanent end of life


But a deep sleep
Rather, it will be a state of unconsciousness


A curse of a hundred years
A long-lasting and troublesome affliction


The princess will fall (the princess will fall)
The symbolic figure of innocence and purity will experience defeat or downfall


The princess will fall
The vulnerable and idealized character will be brought down


The princess will fall into a slumber for a century
She will be trapped in a state of dormancy and despair for an extended period


I'll never ever play you again
I will not engage with you or manipulate you anymore


Then I'll put you away
I will distance myself from you and disregard your presence


Fighting for
Struggling to defend or uphold




Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Brian Warner, Shooter Jennings

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@refoxer00

[Verse 1]
So close your eyes
It's only a dream
When you wake up
Rinse off all this pain
And your makeup
Stare into the mirror
Apples are always something to fear

[Pre-Chorus]
Are you alright?
'Cause I'm not okay
All of these lies
Are not worth fighting for
Are you alright?
'Cause I'm not okay
All of these lies
Are not worth fighting for

[Chorus]
I am a needle
Dig in your grooves
Scratch you up
Then I'll put you away
I am a needle
Dig in your grooves
Scratch you up
Then I'll put you away

[Verse 2]
It won't be death
But a deep sleep
A curse of a hundred years
The princess will fall (The princess will fall)
The princess will fall
The princess will fall into a slumber for a century

[Pre-Chorus]
Are you alright?
'Cause I'm not okay
All of these lies
Are not worth fighting for
Are you alright?
'Cause I'm not okay
All of these lies
Are not worth fighting for
(Not worth fighting for)
(Fighting for)
(Fighting for)

[Chorus]
I am a needle
Dig in your grooves
Scratch you up
Then I'll put you away
I am a needle
Dig in your grooves
Scratch you up
Then I'll put you away

[Outro]
I'll never ever play you again
I'll never ever play you again
I'll never ever play you again
Then I'll put you away
I'll never ever play you again
Then I'll put you away
I'll never ever play you again
Then I'll put you away
I'll never ever play you again
Then I'll put you away
I'll never ever play you again
Then I'll put you away
I'll never ever play you again
Then I'll put you away
Then I'll put you away
Then I'll put you away
I'll never ever play you again



All comments from YouTube:

@mechanicalanimal3721

Someone SHOULD make a movie about his life like netflix is making documentary about black pink...and there is no movie or documentary about manson and he is a living legend with 25+ years making music

@DANKYdans

Why make a movie when the story is not over yet? silly goose

@hyruleflower5695

Well, there have been several documentaries

@carstutorial

BLACKPINK DOCUMENTARY!? FUCK! I NEED WATCH THAT!

MM got some documentaries, but a movie would be awesome.

@mechanicalanimal3721

Danky I see alot of movies when the artist is alive but they make a movie about his/her career,childhood and things that had happened to him/her and at the end they informed about how they are living right now.
Like johnny cash himself helped joaquin phoneix for his character in Walk The Line movie(a movie about johnny cash)when he was still alive or ozzy is alive but there is a movie about him called “ God Bless Ozzy Osbourne” or “The Dirt” movie or “Metallica:Some Kind Of Monster” there is alot of movies like these and it’s not supposed to be a movie like bohemian raphsody... a documentary or sth like that

@KeepItCoolWithSheets4

While I agree, the question is, Is he ready to see this? He has had his issues with abuse of drugs and alcohol in the past, not unlike some of the others mentioned. The others mentioned have acknowledged their history and gone through treatment. Yes, I would love to see that doc though.

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@ljfarrow1

Thank you Manson for helping me get through life. 22 years and you're still the best artist ever and my emotional support.

@Lop-rs4wd

Right.

@meghannly207

@kimberlyanndeady7945

56 yrs old. Seen them come and go. This classic shall remain forever indelible in my minds eye. A true work of genius. Thank you.

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