Are You Satisfied
Marina The Diamonds Lyrics
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The day I cut the deal
Chemically calm
Was I meant to feel happy?
But my life was just about to change
One life pretending to be
The cat who got the cream
Marina is a dreamer
People like to tell you what you're gonna be
It's not my problem if you don't see what I see
And I do not give a damn if you don't believe
My problem is my problem
That I never am happy
It's my problem, it's my problem
That I never will succeed
Are you satisfied with an average life?
Do I need to lie to make my way in life?
High achiever don't you see
Baby, nothing comes for free
They say I am a control freak
Driven a greed to succeed
Nobody can stop me
'Cause it's my problem
If I want to pack up and run away
It's my business if I feel the need to
Smoke and drink and swear
It's my problem, it's my problem
If I feel the need to hide
And it's my problem if I have no friends
And feel I want to die
Are you satisfied with an average life?
Do I need to lie to make my way in life?
Are you satisfied with an average life?
Do I need to lie to make my way in life?
Are you satisfied with an easy ride?
Once you cross the line
Will you be satisfied?
Sad inside, in this life, unsatisfied, praying
Sad inside, in this life, unsatisfied, waiting
Are you satisfied with an average life
Do I need to fly to make my way in life
Are you satisfied with an easy ride
Once you cross the line
Will you be satisfied?
Are you satisfied?
Are you satisfied?
Are you satisfied?
Are you satisfied?
Are you satisfied?
Are you satisfied?
Are you satisfied?
Are you satisfied?
The song "Are You Satisfied?" by Marina The Diamonds is about the struggles of fulfilling one's expectations in life. The opening lines describe the frustration and desperation of the singer as they feel like they are losing control of their life. They feel lost and confused, wondering if they should be happy, but also questioning if the feeling is genuine. However, despite this confusion, they know that their life is about to change.
In the next verse, the singer reflects on their life and the opinions of others. They feel like they are always being judged and told who they should be. But, they are determined to stay true to themselves and not let others dictate their future. They do not care if others do not believe in them, but the problem they have is that they are never satisfied with their life, and their inherent need for success is something that they cannot shake off.
The chorus questions the idea of an average life and whether lying or taking the easy way out is the way to fulfill one's dreams. The singer is not satisfied with just getting by and wonders if others feel the same way. The song is a commentary on society's expectations of achievement and success.
Line by Line Meaning
I was pulling out my hair
I was extremely stressed and overwhelmed
The day I cut the deal
The day I made a big decision or commitment
Chemically calm
I was artificially calm due to medication or drugs
Was I meant to feel happy?
I wasn't sure if I should be happy or not
But my life was just about to change
Something big was about to happen in my life
One life pretending to be
I'm pretending to be someone I'm not
The cat who got the cream
I appear successful and happy but it's just an act
Oh, everybody said
Everyone tells me
Marina is a dreamer
People think I have unrealistic goals or expectations
People like to tell you what you're gonna be
Others like to predict and control your future
It's not my problem if you don't see what I see
I don't have to change my visions just because others don't understand
And I do not give a damn if you don't believe
I don't care if others don't believe in me
My problem is my problem
I acknowledge that my problems are mine alone
That I never am happy
I am never truly satisfied or content
It's my problem, it's my problem
The issue is mine to handle
That I never will succeed
I am afraid I will never achieve my goals
Are you satisfied with an average life?
Are you content with a mundane, ordinary existence?
Do I need to lie to make my way in life?
Do I need to be dishonest to succeed?
High achiever don't you see
I am an ambitious, driven person
Baby, nothing comes for free
Success requires hard work and sacrifice
They say I am a control freak
Others think I have an excessive need for control
Driven by greed to succeed
My motivation for success is based on greed
Nobody can stop me
I am determined to succeed and won't let anyone get in my way
If I want to pack up and run away
If I want to leave everything behind and start fresh
It's my business if I feel the need to smoke and drink and swear
It's my personal choice if I want to engage in certain vices or behaviors
It's my problem if I feel the need to hide
It's my issue if I feel like I need to conceal my true self
And it's my problem if I have no friends and feel I want to die
It's my responsibility to address my social and emotional shortcomings
Once you cross the line, will you be satisfied?
If you achieve what you want, will you be truly happy?
Sad inside, in this life, unsatisfied, praying
I feel miserable, unfulfilled, and am praying for change
Sad inside, in this life, unsatisfied, waiting
I feel unhappy, dissatisfied, and am waiting for something to change
Do I need to fly to make my way in life
Do I need to escape or move to find success and happiness?
Are you satisfied with an easy ride
Are you truly happy with an effortless, unchallenging life?
Are you satisfied?
Are you happy and content?
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MARINA DIAMANDIS, MARINA LAMBRINI DIAMANDIS
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