Bubblegum Bitch
Marina the Diamonds Lyrics


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Got a figure like a pin-up, got a figure like a doll
Don't care if you think I'm dumb, I don't care at all
Candy bear, sweetie pie, wanna be adored
I'm the girl you'd die for

I'll chew you up and I'll spit you out
'Cause that's what young love is all about
So pull me closer and kiss me hard
I'm gonna pop your bubblegum heart

I'm Miss Sugar Pink, liquor, liquor lips
Hit me with your sweet love, steal me with a kiss
I'm Miss Sugar Pink, liquor, liquor lips
I'm gonna be your bubblegum bitch
I'm gonna be your bubblegum bitch

Queentex, latex, I'm your wonder maid
Life gave me some lemons so I made some lemonade
Soda pop, soda pop, baby, here I come
Straight to number one

Oh, dear diary, I met a boy
He made my doll heart light up with joy
Oh, dear diary, we fell apart
Welcome to the life of Electra Heart

I'm Miss Sugar Pink, liquor, liquor lips
Hit me with your sweet love, steal me with a kiss
I'm Miss Sugar Pink, liquor, liquor lips
I'm gonna be your bubblegum bitch
I'm gonna be your bubblegum bitch

I think I want your, your American tan
Oh, oh, oh
I think you're gonna be my biggest fan
Oh, oh, oh

I'm Miss Sugar Pink, liquor, liquor lips
Hit me with your sweet love, steal me with a kiss
I'm Miss Sugar Pink, liquor, liquor lips
I'm gonna be your bubblegum bitch
I'm gonna be your bubblegum bitch
I'm Miss Sugar Pink, liquor, liquor lips
Hit me with your sweet love, steal me with a kiss
I'm Miss Sugar Pink, liquor, liquor lips




I'm gonna be your bubblegum bitch
I'm gonna be your bubblegum bitch

Overall Meaning

Marina Diamandis, also known as Marina and the Diamonds, is known for her catchy pop melodies and intriguing lyrics, and "Bubblegum Bitch" is no exception. At first glance, the song appears to be about a confident, candy-colored girl who knows what she wants and isn't afraid to go after it. However, upon closer examination, the lyrics reveal a darker side to this persona.


The opening lines of the song - "Got a figure like a pin-up, got a figure like a doll / Don't care if you think I'm dumb, I don't care at all" - suggest that the singer is hyper-aware of her physical appearance and how others perceive her. This is reinforced in the chorus, where she declares herself "Miss Sugar Pink, liquor, liquor lips" and demands to be "adored." However, she also hints at a desire for power and control, singing "I'll chew you up and I'll spit you out / 'Cause that's what young love is all about." It seems that beneath the saccharine exterior lies a calculating and potentially manipulative individual.


The second verse adds a new layer to the song, introducing the character of Electra Heart. Marina has described Electra Heart as a "subversive" persona she created as a commentary on societal expectations for women. According to Marina, Electra represents "the corruption of American ideology" and the notion that women must be "perfect" in order to be loved. In "Bubblegum Bitch," Electra's diary entry reveals her infatuation with a boy who ultimately disappoints her, suggesting that even someone as seemingly self-assured as Electra can be hurt and vulnerable.


Line by Line Meaning

Got a figure like a pin-up, got a figure like a doll
My body is a work of art, like a pin-up or a doll.


Don't care if you think I'm dumb, I don't care at all
I'm confident in myself and my intelligence. Your opinion doesn't matter to me.


Candy bear, sweetie pie, wanna be adored
I have a cute and sweet persona that I want people to love and admire.


I'm the girl you'd die for
I'm so desirable that people would do anything to have me in their lives.


I'll chew you up and I'll spit you out, 'cause that's what young love is all about
I'm young and not looking for a serious commitment. I'll use you for my own enjoyment and discard you when I'm done.


So pull me closer and kiss me hard, I'm gonna pop your bubblegum heart
Even though I'm not serious about you, I still want your attention and affection. I will break your heart when I move on to the next person.


I'm Miss Sugar Pink, liquor, liquor lips
I have a sweet and intoxicating appearance and demeanor.


Hit me with your sweet love, steal me with a kiss
I want you to seduce me with your love and physical touch.


I'm gonna be your bubblegum bitch
I'm going to be your playful and temporary lover who will ultimately cause you more harm than good.


Queentex, latex, I'm your wonder maid
I have a unique and alluring style that sets me apart from others. I am capable of fulfilling your wildest desires.


Life gave me some lemons so I made some lemonade
I'm able to turn negative situations into positive ones and make the best of what I've been given in life.


Soda pop, soda pop, baby, here I come, straight to number one
I'm striving for success and fame, and I'm confident that I'll achieve it.


Oh, dear diary, I met a boy, he made my doll heart light up with joy
I fell for someone temporarily, but they brought me happiness and excitement at the time.


Oh, dear diary, we fell apart, welcome to the life of Electra Heart
Our relationship was short-lived and ended in heartbreak, which is a common theme in my life as Electra Heart.


I think I want your, your American tan
I'm attracted to a stereotypical American appearance and lifestyle.


I think you're gonna be my biggest fan
I'm confident in my talent and ability to gain a large following.


I'm gonna be your bubblegum bitch
I will fulfill your temporary desires and then leave you behind, just like a piece of chewed-up bubblegum.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Marina Diamandis, Rick Nowels

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