Primadonna
Marina and the daimonds Lyrics


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Primadonna girl, yeah
All I ever wanted was the world
I can't help that I need it all
The primadonna life, the rise and fall
You say that I'm kinda difficult
But it's always someone else's fault
Got you wrapped around my finger, babe
You can count on me to misbehave
Primadonna girl

Would you do anything for me?
Buy a big diamond ring for me?
Would you get down on your knees for me?
Pop that pretty question, right now baby
Beauty queen on a silver screen
Living life like I'm in a dream
I know I've got a big ego
I really don't know why it's such a big deal, though (ooh)

And I'm sad to the core, core, core (yeah)
Every day is a chore, chore, chore (wow)
When you give, I want more, more, more
I wanna be adored

'Cause I'm a primadonna girl, yeah
All I ever wanted was the world
I can't help that I need it all
The primadonna life, the rise and fall
You say that I'm kinda difficult
But it's always someone else's fault
Got you wrapped around my finger, babe
You can count on me to misbehave
Primadonna girl

Fill the void up with celluloid
Take a picture, I'm with the boys
Get what I want 'cause I ask for it
Not because I'm really that deserving of it
Living life like I'm in a play
In the limelight, I want to stay
I know I've got a big ego
I really don't know why it's such a big deal, though (ooh)

Going up, going down, down, down (yeah)
Anything for the crown, crown, crown (wow)
When the lights dimming down, down, down
I spin around

'Cause I'm a primadonna girl, yeah
All I ever wanted was the world
I can't help that I need it all
The primadonna life, the rise and fall
You say that I'm kinda difficult
But it's always someone else's fault
Got you wrapped around my finger, babe
You can count on me to misbehave

Primadonna girl, yeah
All I ever wanted was the world
I can't help that I need it all
The primadonna life, the rise and fall
You say that I'm kinda difficult
But it's always someone else's fault
Got you wrapped around my finger, babe




You can count on me to misbehave
Primadonna girl

Overall Meaning

"Primadonna" by Marina and the Diamonds is a song that explores the life of someone who is chasing after fame, fortune, and the attention that comes with it. The lyrics are essentially a monologue from the perspective of a woman who is self-obsessed and thinks that she deserves everything she desires. She wants the world, and she admits that she can't help but need it all. The line "primadonna life, the rise and fall" suggests that she knows the price of fame and the risks of being in the limelight.


The character in the song is portrayed as a difficult person who always blames others for her problems. She's manipulative and has everyone around her wrapped around her finger, which she uses to her advantage. At the same time, she's also self-aware and knows that she has a big ego, but she doesn't think it's a big deal.


The chorus of the song repeats the line "All I ever wanted was the world," which suggests that the character's biggest aspiration in life is fame, money, and power. "Primadonna" is a catchy, synth-heavy pop song that features a lot of clever wordplay and catchy hooks. It's a satirical take on the quest for fame and the lifestyles of the rich and famous.


Line by Line Meaning

Primadonna girl, yeah
I am a diva, and I am proud of it.


All I ever wanted was the world
My ambition is limitless, and I want to achieve everything I can.


I can't help but I need it all
I am a perfectionist, and nothing but the best is good enough for me.


The primadonna life, the rise and fall
Being a diva is a roller coaster ride with ups and downs, but I am willing to take the risks.


You say that I'm kinda difficult
People often accuse me of being complicated and hard to please.


But it's always someone else's fault
I do not take responsibility for my actions, and I always have someone else to blame.


Got you wrapped around my finger, babe
I know how to manipulate people and get what I want.


You can count on me to misbehave
I am unpredictable and always up for some mischief.


Primadonna girl, Would you do anything for me?
I want to test the extent of my power over others and see if they are willing to do anything for me.


Buy a big diamond ring for me?
I want my admirers to shower me with expensive gifts and prove their love to me.


Would you get down on your knees for me?
I want people to worship and idolize me like a queen or a goddess.


Pop the pretty question right now, baby
I want someone to propose to me and make me feel like the most important person in the world.


Beauty queen on a silver screen
I want to be a glamorous and iconic figure, adored by millions.


Living life like I'm in a dream
My life feels surreal, like a fairy tale, and I am always chasing after something bigger and better.


I know I've got a big ego
I am aware that I have a high opinion of myself, and I am not shy about it.


I really don't know why it's such a big deal, though
I do not see anything wrong with having a big ego, and I do not understand why others find it problematic.


And I'm sad to the core, core, core
Despite my confidence and success, I feel empty and unhappy deep down.


Every day is a chore, chore, chore
My life feels repetitive and monotonous, and I am always searching for new excitement and stimulation.


When you feel of a whole more more
I feel like I am missing something essential or meaningful in my life.


I wanna be adored
Despite my flaws and insecurities, I want people to love and appreciate me unconditionally.


Primadonna girl fill the void, up with Celluloid
I use entertainment and media to distract myself from my problems and fulfill my desires.


Take a picture, I'm with the boys
I want to be seen as desirable and popular by associating myself with attractive and influential men.


Get what I want 'cause I ask for it
I am not afraid to demand what I deserve and negotiate my way to success.


Not because I'm really that deserving of it
I sometimes doubt my own worth and wonder if I truly deserve the privileges I have.


Going up, going down, down, down
My life is full of highs and lows, and I am always seeking new thrills and adventures.


Anything for the crown, crown, crown
I am willing to compete and fight for power, recognition, and status.


With the lights dimming down, down, down
As my fame and success wane, I feel insecure and vulnerable.


I spin around
I am always changing and reinventing myself, trying to stay relevant and interesting.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Marina Diamandis, Julie Frost, Lukasz Gottwald, Henry Walter

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@chamomile08

Lyrics
Primadonna girl, yeah
All I ever wanted was the world
I can't help that I need it all
The primadonna life, the rise and fall
You say that I'm kinda difficult
But it's always someone else's fault
Got you wrapped around my finger, babe
You can count on me to misbehave
Primadonna girl

Would you do anything for me?
Buy a big diamond ring for me?
Would you get down on your knees for me?
Pop that pretty question, right now baby
Beauty queen on a silver screen
Living life like I'm in a dream
I know I've got a big ego
I really don't know why it's such a big deal, though

And I'm sad to the core, core, core
(Yeah) Every day is a chore, chore, chore
(Wow) When you give, I want more, more, more
I wanna be adored

'Cause I'm a Primadonna girl, yeah
All I ever wanted was the world
I can't help that I need it all
The primadonna life, the rise and fall
You say that I'm kinda difficult
But it's always someone else's fault
Got you wrapped around my finger, babe
You can count on me to misbehave
Primadonna girl

Fill the void up with celluloid
Take a picture, I'm with the boys
Get what I want 'cause I ask for it
Not because I'm really that deserving of it
Living life like I'm in a play
In the limelight, I want to stay
I know I've got a big ego
I really don't know why it's such a big deal, though

Going up, going down, down, down
(Yeah) Anything for the crown, crown, crown
(Wow) When the lights dimming down, down, down
I spin around

'Cause I'm a Primadonna girl, yeah
All I ever wanted was the world
I can't help that I need it all
The primadonna life, the rise and fall
You say that I'm kinda difficult
But it's always someone else's fault
Got you wrapped around my finger, babe
You can count on me to misbehave

Primadonna girl, yeah
All I ever wanted was the world
I can't help that I need it all
The primadonna life, the rise and fall
You say that I'm kinda difficult
But it's always someone else's fault
Got you wrapped around my finger, babe
You can count on me to misbehave
Primadonna girl



@RealJoshh

Primadonna girl, yeah
All I ever wanted was the world
I can't help that I need it all
The primadonna life, the rise and fall
You say that I'm kinda difficult
But it's always someone else's fault
Got you wrapped around my finger, babe
You can count on me to misbehave
Primadonna girl
Would you do anything for me?
Buy a big diamond ring for me?
Would you get down on your knees for me?
Pop that pretty question, right now baby
Beauty queen on a silver screen
Living life like I'm in a dream
I know I've got a big ego
I really don't know why it's such a big deal, though
And I'm sad to the core, core, core
(Yeah) Every day is a chore, chore, chore
(Wow) When you give, I want more, more, more
I wanna be adored
'Cause I'm a Primadonna girl, yeah
All I ever wanted was the world
I can't help that I need it all
The primadonna life, the rise and fall
You say that I'm kinda difficult
But it's always someone else's fault
Got you wrapped around my finger, babe
You can count on me to misbehave
Primadonna girl
Fill the void up with celluloid
Take a picture, I'm with the boys
Get what I want 'cause I ask for it
Not because I'm really that deserving of it
Living life like I'm in a play
In the limelight, I want to stay
I know I've got a big ego
I really don't know why it's such a big deal, though
Going up, going down, down, down
(Yeah) Anything for the crown, crown, crown
(Wow) When the lights dimming down, down, down
I spin around
'Cause I'm a Primadonna girl, yeah
All I ever wanted was the world
I can't help that I need it all
The primadonna life, the rise and fall
You say that I'm kinda difficult
But it's always someone else's fault
Got you wrapped around my finger, babe
You can count on me to misbehave
Primadonna girl, yeah
All I ever wanted was the world
I can't help that I need it all
The primadonna life, the rise and fall
You say that I'm kinda difficult
But it's always someone else's fault
Got you wrapped around my finger, babe
You can count on me to misbehave
Primadonna girl



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@ToolkaRoolka

This song boosted my low self esteem to HUGE in four minutes.
Wish I found Marina 10 years ago

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Realy coool she got a 1990 technogirl grovve

@Lucidtundra

wow. im the early fans. ive been here for years, glad you woke up and found da angel ig

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for 3 min

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