I'm The Cure
Midnight Oil Lyrics


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Tell all your friends I'm the cure
Tell them again and again
Watching the walls, spinning in doors
I can bring you peace of mind

Use me whenever you please
Sweeter than sweet memories
Every thing's neat, avoiding the heat
I can give you peace of mind

All this pressure I can't handle

Every thing else becomes dim
You're so much better than them
Waiting around for something to happen
Bring you this instant relief





Kilo pascals in my finger
God is hiding in this teacup

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "I'm the Cure" suggest a sense of desperation and isolation. The song is about a person who feels overwhelmed by the pressures of life and is seeking relief from it all. The opening lines, "Tell all your friends I'm the cure, Tell them again and again" are a plea for validation and recognition. This person wants others to know that they have the answer to their problems, that they can provide them with peace of mind.


The verse "Watching the walls, spinning in doors" conveys a sense of agitation and confusion, as if the person is trapped in a room with no way out. There's a feeling of claustrophobia that's enhanced by the way the verse is sung in a breathless, urgent tone. The following lines talk about how the person can be of use at any time, as they're able to provide instant relief from stress and anxieties. This person is like a drug that others can use whenever they want to escape from their problems.


The chorus suggests that the person singing the song is overwhelmed by everything around them, and they have found someone who brings them peace. The line "You're so much better than them" suggests that there is someone in their life who is helping them through their struggles. Overall, the song is a commentary on the struggles of modern life and the need for human connection and understanding.


Line by Line Meaning

Tell all your friends I'm the cure
Spread the word that I can provide a solution to your problems


Tell them again and again
Emphasize repeatedly to your friends that I am the answer


Watching the walls, spinning in doors
Feeling trapped and lost in life's obstacles


I can bring you peace of mind
I have the ability to calm your worries and provide comfort


Use me whenever you please
My aid is available at your convenience


Sweeter than sweet memories
My help is more satisfying than fond thoughts of the past


Every thing's neat, avoiding the heat
I will keep the situation calm and prevent any further trouble


I can give you peace of mind
I can provide you with mental tranquility


All this pressure I can't handle
I am unable to cope with the stress placed upon me


Every thing else becomes dim
All other aspects of life become insignificant when I am needed


You're so much better than them
Compared to others, you are deserving of my assistance


Waiting around for something to happen
Longing for change, but unable to make it on your own


Bring you this instant relief
I can offer immediate comfort and help


Kilo pascals in my finger
My internal stress is overwhelming me


God is hiding in this teacup
Finding solace and spirituality in small things




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: PETER GARRETT, PETER GIFFORD, ROBERT HIRST, JAMES MOGINIE, MARTIN ROTSEY

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