troubled minds
Marina and the diamonds. Lyrics
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All she's got is the memory of a girl that used to laugh a lot
Now she's very angry 'cause they say she's lost the plot
And she's laughing in the mirror at her paper dress
Because she has a troubled mind, a troubled mind
Rosie Black, she walked up in here wired up on crack
It's for the kids who have low self esteem
Living their lives inside a fantasy
Coz they have troubled minds, troubled minds
Wipe the white golden dust into these broken hands
Must depend on a friend that will understand
Like the glitter making love to the gleam
Just remember things aren't always what they seem
Ooo...
Peter Pan could not admit he had become a man
He smashed the mirror into a million bits
Now all he seems to do is stare and sit
Painting pictures of a life that he'll never find
Inside his troubled mind, troubled minds
There's a sweet little guy called Mars
Each night he cries, this ain't the place I'm meant to be
He hides his dreams deep within a wooden box
He hides his secrets deep within his woolen socks
Life will pass him by
Inside his troubled mind, troubled minds
Wipe the white golden dust into these broken hands
Must depend on a friend that will understand
Like the glitter making love to the gleam
Just remember things aren't always what they seem
We can kill for the dust we need to fill these hands
Can't depend on a friend that will understand
Hate the glitter, we have murdered the dream
Just remember things are always what they seem
Ooo...
"Troubled Minds" by Marina and the Diamonds is a song that reflects on the lives of people who are going through mental health issues. The song talks about different characters, all of whom are struggling with their own problems. The opening verse describes a woman who has been sent to a psychiatric hospital because she has a "troubled mind." The woman is angry because people say that she has "lost the plot." However, in reality, she is just laughing at her own reflection in the mirror, which highlights her unstable mental state.
The second verse talks about Rosie Black, who has walked in "wired up on crack." Rosie is a character who represents people who have low self-esteem and who live in a fantasy world because they cannot cope with reality. The verse talks about the struggle that Rosie and others like her face, and how their "troubled minds" are affecting their lives.
The chorus talks about the need for understanding and empathy for people with "troubled minds." The melody is melancholic, and the singer's tone is empathetic. The song is an emotional plea for people to look beyond the surface and try to understand the struggles of those with mental health issues.
Line by Line Meaning
Off she trots to the psychiatric hospit...
She is being taken to a psychiatric hospital.
All she's got is the memory of a girl that used to laugh a lot
The person only has memories of a girl who used to be happy.
Now she's very angry 'cause they say she's lost the plot
The person is angry because others think she has lost her sanity.
And she's laughing in the mirror at her paper dress
She is laughing at her own reflection while wearing a paper dress.
Because she has a troubled mind, a troubled mind
Her mind is troubled and she is struggling to cope.
Rosie Black, she walked up in here wired up on crack
Rosie Black arrived at the hospital under the influence of drugs.
It's for the kids who have low self esteem
The hospital helps children with low self-esteem.
They've got no concept of reality
These children do not understand the real world.
Living their lives inside a fantasy
They live in a world of imagination.
Coz they have troubled minds, troubled minds
Their troubled minds contribute to their struggles.
Wipe the white golden dust into these broken hands
The person is collecting drugs or other substances with broken hands.
Must depend on a friend that will understand
The person needs a supportive friend who can empathize.
Like the glitter making love to the gleam
Things may appear glamorous or attractive, but they are not always what they seem.
Just remember things aren't always what they seem
It's important to remain aware and not be deceived.
Peter Pan could not admit he had become a man
A character named Peter Pan struggles with the transition from childhood to adulthood.
He smashed the mirror into a million bits
Peter Pan becomes frustrated and destroys a mirror.
Now all he seems to do is stare and sit
Peter Pan becomes inactive and disengaged after his outburst.
Painting pictures of a life that he'll never find
Peter Pan creates unrealistic images of a life he can never have.
Inside his troubled mind, troubled minds
His troubled mind is the cause of his struggles.
There's a sweet little guy called Mars
A character named Mars is introduced.
Each night he cries, this ain't the place I'm meant to be
Mars is unhappy with his current situation and place in life.
He hides his dreams deep within a wooden box
Mars keeps his dreams hidden away in a wooden box.
He hides his secrets deep within his woolen socks
Mars keeps his secrets hidden in his socks.
Life will pass him by
Mars feels like he is missing out on life.
Inside his troubled mind, troubled minds
Mars' troubled mind is hindering him from living life to the fullest.
We can kill for the dust we need to fill these hands
People may resort to harmful acts to obtain drugs or other substances.
Can't depend on a friend that will understand
It's difficult to find a supportive friend who truly understands.
Hate the glitter, we have murdered the dream
The person feels disillusioned and has lost hope.
Just remember things are always what they seem
One should always be cautious and aware of reality.
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@bettycharms
Marina is like soul therapy
@hecc
she’s good for the soul, kinda like something else. ;)
@iheartdiamandis2780
@hecc HAHAHA i bursted into laughter as i read this, iykyk
@hecc
@iheartdiamandis 😏
@seductivesasquatch710
chicken soup for the soul <3
@Alyssa-rv1ty
I remember falling asleep crying to this 2 years ago, haven't listened to the song in ages but I still love it.
@arelic6087
Alyssa I hope you’re doing better now💜💜
@_r0ttenfl3sh_
apparently we all live the same life because sAme sis
@tayrexcanavar7570
@whushaw ahhahhaha this is actually still on the sane side for Marina. But yeah very cryable and I miss crying to this cuz it was one of the main songs that made me realize "I had become a man"
@aljawharahalmogren388
I remember me crying to it nine years ago when I was a teen and realised that things might not be normal in my head, about 8-9 yrs ago.