NobodiesCount To Six And Die
Marilyn Manson Lyrics


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She's got here eyes open wide
She's got the dirt and spit of the world
She's got her mouth on the metal
The lips of a scared little girl

I got a angel in the lobby
He's waiting to put me in line
I won't ask forgiveness
For my faith has gone dry

She's got her Christian prescriptures
And death has crawled in her ear
Like elevator music of songs
That she shouldn't hear

And it spins around
1, 2, 3,
And we all lay down
4, 5, 6,
Some do it fast
Some do it better in smaller amounts
And it turns around
1, 2, 3,
And we all lay down
4, 5, 6,




Some do it fast
Some do it better in smaller amounts

Overall Meaning

The song "Nobodies" by Marilyn Manson is a commentary on fame and the dehumanization of celebrities. The lyrics suggest that those who seek fame end up sacrificing their humanity and becoming "nobodies" in the process. The opening lines describe a young girl who is exposed to the harsh realities of the world and has become jaded as a result, but is still vulnerable and scared deep down. The imagery of her "mouth on the metal" suggests that she is ready to fight back, but is helpless without the protection of others.


The singer then introduces the character of an angel in the lobby who is waiting to "put him in line". This could be interpreted as a reference to the devil, who is often depicted as a fallen angel. The singer is unapologetic for his lack of faith, suggesting that he has lost hope and is resigned to his fate. The girl, on the other hand, clings to her Christian scriptures, but is ultimately consumed by death.


The chorus repeats the numbers 1 through 6, suggesting a countdown to death. Some people choose to end their lives quickly, while others take their time and try to make the most of their remaining time. The repetition of the numbers creates a hypnotic effect, underscoring the fatalistic theme of the song.


Line by Line Meaning

She's got here eyes open wide
She is aware of the world, taking in everything around her.


She's got the dirt and spit of the world
She has experienced the harsh realities of the world, the ugliness and the filth.


She's got her mouth on the metal
She is trying to keep her head above water, trying to find something to hold onto.


The lips of a scared little girl
Despite her tough exterior, she is still fearful and vulnerable, like a child.


I got a angel in the lobby
He has someone who wants to help him, someone who is trying to save him.


He's waiting to put me in line
This angel is waiting for him to be ready to accept help, to line up his priorities.


I won't ask forgiveness
He has lost his faith and does not believe in seeking forgiveness.


For my faith has gone dry
He has lost his faith and feels spiritually empty.


She's got her Christian prescriptures
She has turned to religion as a source of guidance and comfort.


And death has crawled in her ear
She has been exposed to the reality of mortality and the fragility of life.


Like elevator music of songs
The idea of death has become mundane and commonplace, like background music in an elevator.


That she shouldn't hear
Despite her religious beliefs, the idea of death is difficult for her to process and accept.


And it spins around
Life continues to move forward, regardless of the struggles and suffering.


1, 2, 3,
The passage of time, the rhythm of life.


And we all lay down
In the end, death claims us all.


4, 5, 6,
The repetition of the passage of time, the inevitability of mortality.


Some do it fast
Some people die suddenly, without warning.


Some do it better in smaller amounts
Others die slowly, over time, prolonging their suffering.




Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC, EMI Music Publishing
Written by: BRIAN WARNER, JOHN LOWERY

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