Diamandis' musical style ranges from keyboard-based ballads to more up-tempo new wave-style songs with full band backing. She has cited a wide range of influences such as Daniel Johnston, Blondie, Patti Smith, Nirvana, PJ Harvey, Elliott Smith, Dolly Parton, Britney Spears and Madonna.
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Marina & the Diamonds Lyrics
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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 lived loved loved for what your not
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
The lyrics of Marina & the Diamonds's song "I'm not a robot" is about vulnerability and authenticity. The song portrays a person who is putting up a brave face, acting tough and smoking cigarettes but internally, they are struggling and feeling vulnerable. The song encourages vulnerability and being honest about our feelings and struggles rather than trying to put up a facade of invincibility.
The verse "You don't always have to be on top, better to be hated than loved, loved, loved for what you're not" emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself even if it means not being accepted by everyone. The second verse talks about the singer's magnetic personality and the way they attract people despite their reluctance to commit to anything.
The chorus "Guess what? I'm not a robot, a robot, Guess what? I'm not a robot, a robot" repeats the message that the singer is not invincible and that it's okay to be vulnerable. The bridge "Can you teach me how to feel real? Can you turn my power on?" expresses the desire to feel genuine emotions and to be fully alive.
Overall, the song urges listeners to embrace their vulnerabilities and to be honest with themselves and others.
Line by Line Meaning
You've been acting awful tough lately
You've been trying to portray yourself as strong and tough recently
Smoking a lot of cigarettes lately
You've been excessively smoking cigarettes
But inside, you're just a little baby
However, deep inside, you're actually just vulnerable and fragile
It's okay to say you've got a weak spot
It's completely fine to acknowledge and admit that you have a weakness
You don't always have to be on top
You don't have to be the best or most successful all the time
Better to be hated
It's better to be disliked
Than lived loved loved for what your not
Rather than being loved for pretending to be someone you're not
You're vulnerable, you're vulnerable
You're emotionally and mentally susceptible and fragile
You are not a robot
You're not an emotionless machine
You're lovable, so lovable
You're capable of being loved and deserving of love
But you're just troubled
However, you're still dealing with personal issues and struggles
You've been hanging with the unloved kids
You've been spending time with people who are disliked and not cared for
Who you never really liked and you never trusted
Despite not liking or trusting them, you still choose to hang out with them
But you are so magnetic, you pick up all the pins
You have a certain magnetism that draws people towards you
Never committing to anything
You avoid making any kind of commitment in life
You don't pick up the phone when it ring, ring, rings
You ignore calls and choose not to communicate with others when they try to reach out
Don't be so pathetic, just open up and sing
Don't be ashamed or weak, instead be open and express yourself
Can you teach me how to feel real?
Can you help me understand and experience genuine emotions?
Can you turn my power on?
Can you help awaken my inner strength and ability?
Well, let the drum beat drop
Let the music intensify and amplify my emotions and experiences
Guess what? I'm not a robot
Just so you know, I'm not emotionless and fake
Guess what? I'm not a robot, a robot
In case you didn't get it the first time, I'm stating it again: I'm not an emotionless machine
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MARINA LAMBRINI DIAMANDIS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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