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Magpie Eggs
Moddi Lyrics
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'Cause your face is a stamp
That's rejecting the little red marks to comprehend
What's not that good, and what's bad
So, first I'll have a day off to recover
And then another week to make my plans
And if you're not back when that first day's over
And now is the time to rely
On the spellbinder's hat and his magic
Blue tie as our oceans run dry
The first day's when you'll get your toothbrush back
And the second one's made to compare
As you put the lotion in your backpack
I am already there
There's no longer no one asking your name
At the beach house grill on the fourth floor
And when you go out for a swim
You'll probably leave that face indoors
Looks like the eggs are ready hatched now
And like you chose wrong when you went for tails
But how am I to forget you're there
With your skin under my nails
And it's always the same
And it's always the same
It is always the same
The song "Magpie Eggs" by Moddi is a poetic and visual lyrical composition that connects one's actions and the consequences that follow. The singer starts by observing the physical indications on someone's face that suggest they've been consuming magpie eggs again. The metaphor here is that the individual has indulged in something they shouldn't have, which subsequently led to their face getting marked. The marks serve as a sign of the consequences that follow one's choices, good or bad.
As the song progresses, the singer acknowledges that sometimes people make mistakes, and one needs to take a break and recover to plan for the future. The imagery of taking a break and getting a new toothbrush and lotion in their backpack suggests that the individual is leaving behind their old ways to start afresh. However, while moving forward, memories of the past still cling, as the lyrics put it, "But how am I to forget you're there/ With your skin under my nails."
The repetition of "And it's always the same" in the end suggests that the cycle of mistakes, consequences, and recovery continues. The song's use of vivid and sensory language provides a multisensory experience for the listener, creating a distinct image in their minds of the emotions being conveyed.
Line by Line Meaning
Looks like you've been eating magpie eggs again
It seems like you've been indulging in something that has negative consequences on your appearance or behavior
'Cause your face is a stamp
Your facial expression or features are fixed in a certain way, as if they are a permanent mark
That's rejecting the little red marks to comprehend
Your face is not reacting or understanding small cues or signals
What's not that good, and what's bad
You are not able to distinguish between things that are mediocre and things that are harmful
So, first I'll have a day off to recover
I need a break to recuperate from dealing with your situation
And then another week to make my plans
Afterwards, I need some time to prepare for the next steps or actions that I want to take
And if you're not back when that first day's over
If you haven't returned by the end of my first day of rest, then there will be consequences
Looks as if your eggs are all rotten
It seems like all of your choices or actions have led to negative outcomes
And now is the time to rely
This is the moment when we need to trust in something or someone to help us
On the spellbinder's hat and his magic
We should depend on the power of someone or something that can enchant or captivate us
Blue tie as our oceans run dry
Even though everything seems bleak or hopeless, there is still something that can bring us comfort or hope
The first day's when you'll get your toothbrush back
You will receive basic necessities or items that you were deprived of at the start of your new journey or chapter
And the second one's made to compare
The following day is meant for you to assess or evaluate the differences or improvements from before
As you put the lotion in your backpack
While you are getting ready for your next journey or adventure, you make sure to pack items that will help you take care of yourself
I am already there
I am prepared and waiting for you at our next destination
There's no longer no one asking your name
No one is curious or interested in who you are anymore
At the beach house grill on the fourth floor
Even at a place where there is enjoyment or relaxation, there is still a certain level of detachment or disinterest
And when you go out for a swim
When you try to immerse yourself in something positive or refreshing, you still cannot escape the negativity that follows you
You'll probably leave that face indoors
You will most likely hide or avoid showing your true emotions or expressions
Looks like the eggs are ready hatched now
It appears that the negative outcome or consequence of your actions is already happening or cannot be avoided
And like you chose wrong when you went for tails
You made a bad choice or decision
But how am I to forget you're there
Despite your mistakes or shortcomings, I still have to acknowledge your presence or involvement
With your skin under my nails
I am still affected by the traces or consequences of your actions
And it's always the same
This situation or pattern of behavior is always consistent or predictable
And it's always the same
No matter what happens or how things change, this same issue or problem persists
It is always the same
There is no progress or improvement, everything remains the same
Contributed by Daniel B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jane
Yes he is... a great person. I live in Norway and there are so few inhabitants, especially where he comes from, I have been told that he is this kind of artist who, all of a sudden, stops talking to you and leaves the table, rush out outside to feel and look at his mountains, his marvellous island, and fervently sets to write, compose, sing, live...
Eirin Hansen
Love his voice ….and he takes me on a journey….thank you♥️
Asp Mayers
Gotta love Moddi and the magic he creates.
Minu Sundaram
I found him i found him when depression was eating me so much that i thought my life killed itself so long ago by doing ever so. I was wishing God so much to send me a miracle. Something that will get me to feel things like before, like before when there were no pills to numb me. Then i found this. I believe this was the miracle. This is changing my life. To see his face, hear his music, feel his passion is beyond anything i have ever felt before.
redflare100
Goosebumps just about every time I hear Moddi :)
Red Bastard
One does not simply dislike such a beautiful music...
Daze Davis
I liked this BECAUSE of the video, SOOO ADORABLE, TOUCHING, and soooo CREATIVE!! Good song too
Clem ent
Chanson magnifique. Merci!
calamitysongs
How could one not love this?
zaïre
Es un vídeo y una canción, que amo ver y escuchar!