Lisztomania
Phœnix Lyrics
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Not sentimental, no
Romantic not disgusting yet
Darling, I'm down and lonely
When with the fortunate only
I've been looking for something else
Do let, do let, do let
Jugulate, do let, do
Distant from other interests
On your favorite weekend ending
This love's for gentlemen only
That's with the fortunate only
No, I gotta be someone else
These days it comes, it comes, it comes
It comes, it comes and goes
Lisztomania
Think less but see it grow
Like a riot, like a riot, oh
Not easily offended
Not hard to let it go
From a mess to the masses
Lisztomania
Think less but see it grow
Like a riot, like a riot, oh
Not easily offended
Not hard to let it go
From a mess to the masses
Follow, misguide, stand still
Disgust, discourage
On this precious weekend ending
This love's for gentlemen only
Wealthiest gentlemen only
And now that you're lonely
Do let, do let, do let
Jugulate, do let, do
Let's go slowly, discouraged
We'll burn the pictures instead
When it's all over, we can barely discuss
For one minute only
Not with the fortunate only
Thought it could have been something else
These days it comes, it comes, it comes
It comes, it comes and goes
Lisztomania
Think less but see it grow
Like a riot, like a riot, oh
Not easily offended
Not hard to let it go
From a mess to the masses
Lisztomania
Think less but see it grow
Like a riot, like a riot, oh
Not easily offended
Not hard to let it go
From a mess to the masses
Ooh
This is showtime, this is showtime, this is showtime
Ooh
This is showtime, this is showtime, this is showtime
Time, time to show it off, time to show it off
It's time to show it off
Time, time to show it off, time to show it off
It's time to show it off
From the mess to the masses
Lisztomania
Think less but see it grow
Like a riot, like a riot, oh
Disgust, disgust, disgust
Disgust, disgust, discouraged
The lyrics of Phœnix's song "Lisztomania" explore themes of longing for something more, feeling disconnected from the world, and the desire for change and growth. The opening lines convey a sense of emotional complexity, with the singer feeling both sentimental and not sentimental, and expressing a desire to be someone else. There is a sense of loneliness and a longing for a different experience, away from the fortunate few. The repetition of "do let" and "let's go slowly" suggests a feeling of being stuck or discouraged.
The chorus "Lisztomania" refers to the phenomenon of fans' hysteria over composer Franz Liszt during the 19th century, and in the context of the song, it could symbolize a passionate and chaotic energy that drives individuals forward. The lyrics encourage thinking less but allowing oneself to grow, similar to a riot that builds momentum. The mention of being easily offended yet not hard to let go indicates a willingness to move past obstacles and embrace change.
The verses continue to delve into notions of feeling lost and detached, with references to misguidance and discouragement. The idea of love being reserved for gentlemen only, particularly the wealthiest, suggests a superficial or exclusive nature. The concept of burning pictures instead of discussing them after the end of a relationship implies a desire to move on quickly and not dwell on the past, even if just for a minute.
The final section of the song emphasizes a shift from chaos and messiness to a sense of grandeur and public display. The repeated refrain of "showtime" conveys a feeling of readiness to step into a spotlight and showcase oneself to the world. The closing lines bring the themes full circle, from starting in a state of mess and confusion to finding a way to connect with the masses and thrive in an environment of change and growth. Ultimately, "Lisztomania" captures a journey from emotional turmoil to public exuberance and the willingness to let go of negativity and embrace new beginnings.
Line by Line Meaning
So sentimental
Reflecting on deep emotions
Not sentimental, no
Rejecting excessive emotionality
Romantic not disgusting yet
Experiencing romance without distaste
Darling, I'm down and lonely
Sweetheart, I feel low and isolated
When with the fortunate only
Especially when surrounded by those who have much
I've been looking for something else
Searching for different experiences or deeper connections
Do let, do let, do let
Please allow, please allow, please allow it
Jugulate, do let, do
Suppress or cut away, please allow it
Let's go slowly, discouraged
Take our time, even though we're feeling disheartened
Distant from other interests
Separated from other passions or pursuits
On your favorite weekend ending
During your preferred time as it comes to a close
This love's for gentlemen only
This affection is reserved for refined individuals
That's with the fortunate only
Those who are distinguished by their good fortune
No, I gotta be someone else
I feel the need to change my identity
These days it comes, it comes, it comes
Recently, it has been persistent in arriving
It comes, it comes and goes
It appears and then disappears frequently
Lisztomania
A frenzy or obsession akin to cultural mania
Think less but see it grow
Reduce overthinking and allow natural development
Like a riot, like a riot, oh
Similar to an uproar, overflowing with energy
Not easily offended
Resilient to insults or slights
Not hard to let it go
Simple to release attachments or grievances
From a mess to the masses
Transforming chaos into something shared widely
Follow, misguide, stand still
To adhere, misdirect, or remain stagnant
Disgust, discourage
Feelings of aversion and disheartenment
On this precious weekend ending
During this valued time that is concluding
This love's for gentlemen only
Affection suitable only for the refined
Wealthiest gentlemen only
Only the most affluent individuals
And now that you're lonely
Recognizing your feelings of isolation now
Do let, do let, do let
Please allow, please allow, please allow it
Jugulate, do let, do
Stifle or eliminate, please allow it
Let's go slowly, discouraged
Proceed at a leisurely pace despite feelings of dismay
We'll burn the pictures instead
We'll destroy the memories in another way
When it's all over, we can barely discuss
Once everything has concluded, there's little left to say
For one minute only
Just for a brief instant
Not with the fortunate only
Not just those who are privileged
Thought it could have been something else
Wished it might have developed differently
These days it comes, it comes, it comes
Lately, it has been consistently arriving
It comes, it comes and goes
It appears intermittently
Lisztomania
An excitement reminiscent of cultural obsession
Think less but see it grow
Minimize overthinking to let things flourish naturally
Like a riot, like a riot, oh
Resembling a tumultuous, energetic explosion
Not easily offended
Not quick to take offense
Not hard to let it go
Easy to release and move on from
From a mess to the masses
Translating chaos into something universally relatable
Ooh
An expression of excitement or anticipation
This is showtime, this is showtime, this is showtime
A moment of performance and presentation is upon us
Ooh
An expression of excitement or anticipation
This is showtime, this is showtime, this is showtime
It’s time to step into the spotlight
Time, time to show it off, time to show it off
Now is the moment for us to reveal everything
It's time to show it off
The moment for exposing our true selves has arrived
Time, time to show it off, time to show it off
A reiteration that it's the time for display
It's time to show it off
The occasion for showcasing who we are is here
From the mess to the masses
Turning chaos into something broadly appreciated
Lisztomania
A cultural fervor or obsessive excitement
Think less but see it grow
Allow natural development without overanalysis
Like a riot, like a riot, oh
Evoking images of energetic mayhem
Disgust, disgust, disgust
A repeating theme of aversion
Disgust, disgust, discouraged
A continuous cycle of revulsion and disheartenment
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Christian Mazzalai, Frederic Moulin, Laurent Mazzalai, Thomas Croquet
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@marywillis5986
So sentimental
Not sentimental no!
Romantic, not disgusting yet
Darling, I’m down and lonely
When with the fortunate only
I’ve been looking for something else
These days it comes, it comes, it comes, it comes, it comes and goes
[Chorus 2x:]
Lisztomania
Think less but see it grow
Like a riot, like a riot, oh!
Not easily offended
Not hard to let it go
From a mess to the masses
Follow, misguide, stand still
Disgust, discourage
On this precious weekend ending
This love’s for gentlemen only
Wealthiest gentlemen only
And now that you’re lonely
Do let, do let, do let, jugulate, do let, do
Let’s go slowly, discouraged,
We’ll burn the pictures instead
When it’s all over we can barely discuss
For one minute only
Not with the fortunate only
Thought it could have been something else
These days it comes, it comes, it comes, it comes, it comes and goes
[Chorus 2x]
Ooh, this is showtime, this is showtime, this is showtime [2x]
Time, time to show it off, time to show it off, it's time to show [2x]
From a mess to the masses!
Lisztomania
Think less but see it grow
Like a riot, like a riot, oh!
Disgust, disgust, disgust, disgust, disgust, disgust, discouraged.
@JennyMendozaSuarez
Lyrics!!
So sentimental
Not sentimental no
Romantic not discussing it
Darling I'm down and lonely
When were the fortunate only?
I've been looking for something else
These days it comes, it comes, it comes
It comes, it comes and goes
A Lisztomania
Think less but see it grow
Like a riot, like a riot, oh
Not easily offended
Not hard to let it go
From a mess to the masses
A Lisztomania
Think less but see it grow
Like a riot, like a riot, oh
Not easily offended
Not hard to let it go
From a mess to the masses
Follow, misguide, stand still
Disgust, discourage
On this precious weekend
Ending this love for gentlemen only
Wealthiest gentlemen only
And now that you're lonely
Do let, do let, do let
Jugulate, do let, do
Let's go slowly, discouraged
We'll burn the pictures instead
When it's all over we can barely discuss
For one minute only
Not with the fortunate only
Thought it could have been something else
These days it comes, it comes, it comes
It comes, it comes and goes
A Lisztomania
Think less but see it grow
Like a riot, like a riot, oh
Not easily offended
Not hard to let it go
From a mess to the masses
A Lisztomania
Think less but see it grow
Like a riot, like a riot, oh
Not easily offended
Not hard to let it go
From a mess to the masses
Ooh
This is showtime, this is showtime, this is showtime
Ooh
This is showtime, this is showtime, this is showtime
Time, time to show it off, time to show it off
It's time to show it off
Time, time to show it off, time to show it off
It's time to show it off
From the mess to the masses
A Lisztomania
Think less but see it grow
Like a riot, like a riot, oh
Disgust, disgust, disgust
Disgust, disgust, discouraged
@tubes5150
The year this song came out , was my final year of getting higher than a kite .
I’ve been sober since Jan 1 2011 .
I feel like I’m winning .
Not won .
I feel like a survivor.
But each day can be a struggle .
When I die , and it was not drug related , that is the day I will say that I won and that I’m a survivor.
I have had close friends that can’t say the same .
Gone too soon .
@Rodorigo23
[Verse 1]
So sentimental
Not sentimental, no
Romantic, not disgusting yet
Darling, I'm down and lonely
When with the fortunate only
I've been looking for something else
Do let, do let, do let
Jugulate, do let, do
Let's go slowly, discouraged
Distant from other interests
On your favorite weekend ending
This love's for gentlemen only
That's with the fortunate only
No, I gotta be someone else
These days, it comes, it comes, it comes
It comes, it comes and goes
[Chorus]
Lisztomania
Think less but see it grow
Like a riot, like a riot, oh
Not easily offended
Not hard to let it go
From a mess to the masses
Lisztomania
Think less but see it grow
Like a riot, like a riot, oh
Not easily offended
Not hard to let it go
From a mess to the masses
[Verse 2]
Follow, misguide, stand still
Disgust, discourage
On this precious weekend ending
This love's for gentlemen only
Wealthiest gentlemen only
And now that you're lonely
Do let, do let, do let
Jugulate, do let, do
Let's go slowly, discouraged
We'll burn the pictures instead
When it's all over, we can barely discuss
For one minute only
Not with the fortunate only
Thought it could have been something else
These days, it comes, it comes, it comes
It comes, it comes and goes
[Chorus]
Lisztomania
Think less but see it grow
Like a riot, like a riot, oh
Not easily offended
Not hard to let it go
From a mess to the masses
Lisztomania
Think less but see it grow
Like a riot, like a riot, oh
Not easily offended
Not hard to let it go
From a mess to the masses
[Bridge]
Ooh, this is showtime, this is showtime, this is showtime
Ooh, this is showtime, this is showtime, this is showtime
Time, time to show it off, time to show it off
It's time to show it off
Time, time to show it off, time to show it off
It's time to show it off
[Chorus]
It's time to show it off
From the mess to the masses
Lisztomania
Think less, but see it grow
Like a riot, like a riot, oh
Disgust, disgust, disgust, discouraged...
@TomSawyersLeftNut
I'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR THIS SONG FOR SO LONG BUT I FORGOT THE TITLE SO I WAS TYPING IN "LITHUAINIA" AND "LUSITANIA" FOREVER TRYING TO GET IT AND I FINALLY FOUND IT WOOOOOOOO
@schackowski9091
😂😂😂
@LTUgamelox
Bruh im from lithuania
@flessou
I know this feel 🤣
@haydenaguillard1863
i kept on looking up “metzomania” but i just found it
@notinsane4165
8 years ago I'd heard it on an add of the tennis or maybe cricket I searched for this song on and off for years till I saw streamer listening to it signed up for twitch donated money and was like tell me the name of this song.
@christophermorris5398
I'm watching these guys slay it at the Olympic games closing ceremony. Awesome band! They were my copilot on many road trips through California. Always good.
@user-hr4gm3xz4v
Nice point... 😊
@BlakeTheSnake98
Thats cool.
@bencuttriss
I impress myself with my taste of music.