I Am Not A Robot
Marina& The Diamonds Lyrics


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You've been acting awful tough lately
Smoking a lot of cigarettes lately
But inside, you're just a little baby
It's okay to say you've got a weak spot
You don't always have to be on top
Better to be hated
Than loved loved loved for what your not
You're vulnerable, you're vulnerable
You are not a robot
You're lovable, so lovable
But you're just troubled

Guess what I'm not a robot, a robot
Guess what I'm not a robot, a robot

You've been hanging with the unloved kids
Who you never really liked and you never trusted
But you are so magnetic, you pick up all the pins
Never committing to anything
You don't pick up the phone when it ring, ring, rings
Don't be so pathetic, just open up and sing

I'm vulnerable, I'm vulnerable
I am not a robot
You're lovable, so lovable
But you're just troubled

Guess what I'm not a robot, a robot
Guess what I'm not a robot, a robot

Can you teach me how to feel real
Can you turn my power on
Well, let the drum beat drop

Guess what I'm not a robot
Guess what I'm not a robot

Guess what I'm not a robot, a robot
Guess what I'm not a robot, a robot




Guess what I'm not a robot, a robot
Guess what I'm not a robot, a robot

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Marina & The Diamonds’ "I Am Not A Robot" explore themes of vulnerability and authenticity. The song begins with Marina pointing out that someone she knows has been acting tough and smoking a lot of cigarettes lately, but she sees through their facade and believes that deep down, they’re just a little baby. Marina encourages this person to embrace their vulnerability and acknowledges that everyone has a weak spot. She suggests that it’s better to be hated for being yourself than to be loved for pretending to be someone you’re not.


The chorus of the song repeats the message that Marina and the person she is addressing are not robots - they are both human with feelings and vulnerabilities. The second verse describes the person as magnetic, but unwilling to commit to anything and avoiding phone calls. Marina encourages them to open up and sing instead of being pathetic.


The bridge of the song asks for help to feel real and to turn on the power. Marina is expressing a desire to connect with her emotions and experience life authentically. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the idea that authenticity is valuable and important.


Overall, "I Am Not A Robot" celebrates vulnerability and encourages people to be themselves rather than fitting into societal expectations or putting on a tough exterior.


Line by Line Meaning

You've been acting awful tough lately
Your behavior has been overly assertive lately


Smoking a lot of cigarettes lately
You're coping with your struggles by smoking frequently


But inside, you're just a little baby
Despite your tough exterior, you're emotionally fragile


It's okay to say you've got a weak spot
It's acceptable to acknowledge your vulnerability


You don't always have to be on top
You don't have to constantly be in control


Better to be hated
It's preferable to be disliked


Than loved loved loved for what your not
Rather than being loved for a superficial façade


You're vulnerable, you're vulnerable
You have a susceptibility to harm


You are not a robot
You're a human being capable of feeling emotions


You're lovable, so lovable
You're deserving of affection and care


But you're just troubled
You're experiencing difficulties and stress


Guess what I'm not a robot, a robot
I'm also human and capable of emotional sensitivity


You've been hanging with the unloved kids
You're socializing with individuals who are neglected by others


Who you never really liked and you never trusted
These people aren't necessarily your friends or confidants


But you are so magnetic, you pick up all the pins
Your charisma draws attention and admiration from others


Never committing to anything
You avoid making commitments or attaching yourself to something


You don't pick up the phone when it ring, ring, rings
You ignore incoming calls, possibly due to anxiety or avoidance


Don't be so pathetic, just open up and sing
Instead of being pitiful, express yourself freely


Can you teach me how to feel real
Can you assist me in experiencing genuine emotions


Can you turn my power on
Can you help me feel energized and motivated


Well, let the drum beat drop
Let's move forward with the music and the moment




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MARINA LAMBRINI DIAMANDIS

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