Send The Message
Mattara Lyrics


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Blur
Parklife
Trouble On The Message Centre
I am the message centre
Local and direct
Room to room an operator
No calls today they'll just have to wait dear
I call and I collect
So just strike him softly away from the body

YOU'RE MADE UP TOO SHINY TODAY (IN SO MUCH TROUBLE)
THOUGHTS ARE JUST PISSING AWAY (IN SO MUCH TROUBLE)

I am a manager
I am in control
As the local delegator
No calls today dear they'll just have to wait dear
I offer no guarantee at all
So don't take it lightly you'll put yourself under

YOU'RE MADE UP TOO SHINY TODAY (IN SO MUCH TROUBLE)
THOUGHTS ARE JUST PISSING AWAY (IN SO MUCH TROUBLE)
A NEW TYPE FACE AND NEW DAY (IN SO MUCH TROUBLE)
YOU CAN'T REMEMBER TEN MINUTES AGO (IN SO MUCH TROUBLE)
IT'S TOO MUCH TROUBLE

YOU'RE MADE UP TOO SHINY TODAY (IN SO MUCH TROUBLE)
THOUGHTS ARE JUST PISSING AWAY (IN SO MUCH TROUBLE)
A NEW TYPE FACE AND NEW DAY (IN SO MUCH TROUBLE)
YOU CAN'T REMEMBER TEN MINUTES AGO (IN SO MUCH TROUBLE)
IT'S TOO MUCH TROUBLE

La la la la la





La la la la [to fade]

Overall Meaning

In Mattara's song "Send the Message," the lyrics are divided into two distinct verses. The first verse describes the singer as the "message center" who is "local and direct" in delivering messages to different rooms. The singer also claims to have control over the calls that come through and effectively manages the flow of communication. The chorus then takes on an introspective tone where the singer seems to be addressing themselves. They talk about being made up too shiny and how their thoughts are just pissing away, using language that suggests the singer may be experiencing some sort of mental breakdown.


The second verse reveals that the singer is a manager of some sort who delegates tasks to others. They do not offer any guarantees and emphasize that people should not take it lightly if they put themselves under the singer's control. The chorus is repeated, again with the singer talking to themselves about how they are in so much trouble and cannot remember things from just ten minutes ago. The song ends with a repetitive melody that fades out.


Overall, the lyrics to "Send the Message" appear to be about the pressure to communicate and manage different tasks, potentially in a work or professional setting. The singer seems to be struggling with the weight of these responsibilities and may be experiencing some sort of breakdown due to the workload or unexpected obstacles.


Line by Line Meaning

Blur
The song is titled 'Send the Message,' but begins with a seemingly unrelated word, 'Blur.' This could be interpreted as the chaotic and unclear nature of the modern world.


Parklife
The second line references another song title, 'Parklife,' also by the band Blur. This could further emphasize the confusion and disorientation of the singer.


Trouble on the message centre
The lyrics begin to shift towards the actual topic of the song, describing trouble on the message centre or phone lines.


I am the message centre
The artist is describing themselves as the message centre, or someone who relays information between parties via phone or other means.


Local and direct
The artist is positioned as the 'local and direct' person who can connect people within their immediate area.


Room to room an operator
The singer describes themselves as an operator, specifically one who can connect people within the same building or area.


No calls today they'll just have to wait dear
The singer is not available to relay messages at this time, and people will have to wait for information.


I call and I collect
The artist is able to gather information via phone calls and pass that information along to others.


So just strike him softly away from the body
This line seems to be unrelated or even nonsensical, leaving the listener to interpret its meaning as they choose.


YOU'RE MADE UP TOO SHINY TODAY (IN SO MUCH TROUBLE)
The artist begins repeating a key phrase several times throughout the song - this could be interpreted as addressing someone who is trying too hard to be impressive, but actually causing themselves trouble.


THOUGHTS ARE JUST PISSING AWAY (IN SO MUCH TROUBLE)
The singer continues to describe the negative effects of the situation they find themselves in, with people's thoughts 'pissing away' or going to waste in the face of a communication breakdown.


A NEW TYPE FACE AND NEW DAY (IN SO MUCH TROUBLE)
This line could suggest a desire for change or a fresh start, but also implies that any such efforts are doomed to be frustrating and fruitless.


YOU CAN'T REMEMBER TEN MINUTES AGO (IN SO MUCH TROUBLE)
The singer describes a situation where people are struggling to keep track of what's happening around them, with memories slipping away quickly.


IT'S TOO MUCH TROUBLE
The repeated phrase emphasizes the enormity of the communication breakdown, with the singer saying that it's all just 'too much trouble.'


La la la la la
The song ends with nonsensical 'la la's, further emphasizing the futility of trying to communicate in this scenario.


La la la la [to fade]
The song fades out with more 'la la's, echoing the frustration and confusion of the earlier lyrics.




Writer(s): Mory Kante, Mori Kante, Emanuela Panizzo, Carlisle Peters, Stefano Panizzo, Stefano Mattara, Andrea Tegon Copyright: Yaba Music S.a.r.l., Diemme Di Mattara Stefano, Polygram Music Sarl., Sym Music S.r.l., Polygram Italia S.r.l., Yaba Music S.r.l.

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@MsEndlessRevenge

This song is the best summer song ever. It is my favorite every summer. This song didn't get the recognition it deserved but i will listen to it forever

@umutdoluinsan

2021 I'm still here. This song is my favorite song and will always be.

@robinaxxford6559

Так веет позитивом от этого трека :)

@Camisa_numero15

Que saudades desta época que nostalgiaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa ❤️ eternamente dentro dos nossos corações ❤️

@hasandandan2357

Matraxxx

@MegaGiulio95

2018,2019,2020

@bostjan9092

listen in 2018 ...

@soyladanezi

poli kalo

@MsEndlessRevenge

Thank you Mattara and Thank you Winston

@abraaosantos1334

2020 e lembrei dessa pérola!!!
✌🏾😎

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