The track received a remix in the form of a lounge version, which featured on the CD single release of “Special Needs" and on the album "Sleeping With Ghosts : B sides".
Plasticine
Placebo Lyrics
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That doesn't sell it's soul for self-esteem
That's not plasticine
Beauty lies inside desire and every wayward heart redeemed
That doesn't sell it's soul for self-esteem
That's not plasticine
The only thing you can rely on is that you can't rely on anything
Don't go and sell your soul for self-esteem
Don't be plasticine
Don't forget to be the way you are [Repeat: x4]
And don't forget to be the way you are [Repeat: x4]
The way you are
The lyrics of "Plasticine" by Placebo focus on the theme of self-esteem and the pressures that we face in society to conform and change ourselves to fit certain standards of beauty and success. The opening lines suggest that beauty is subjective and lies in the eye of the beholder, yet we are often sold the idea that there is a specific ideal that we should aspire to. The reference to "another youthful dream" could be interpreted as a societal construct of what beauty should be, rather than an individual's personal perception.
The repetition of the phrase "That's not plasticine" emphasizes the message that we should not compromise our true selves and values to meet societal expectations. The lines "Beauty lies inside desire and every wayward heart redeemed" could be interpreted as a call to embrace our desires and quirks instead of suppressing them in order to fit in.
The chorus encourages us to remember to be true to ourselves and not to sell our souls for the sake of self-esteem. The line "The only thing you can rely on is that you can't rely on anything" suggests that societal standards are constantly shifting and we should not place too much importance on external validation.
Overall, the lyrics of "Plasticine" encourage listeners to embrace their unique qualities and not to change themselves to fit in with perceived societal norms.
Line by Line Meaning
Beauty lies inside the eye of another youthful dream
True beauty is perceived by those who have not yet lost their capacity to dream and see beyond the surface level
That doesn't sell it's soul for self-esteem
Those who value true beauty will not sacrifice their core beliefs and values for the sake of gaining self-worth
That's not plasticine
True beauty cannot be molded into a fake, artificial form, it remains unique and genuine
Beauty lies inside desire and every wayward heart redeemed
True beauty arises from a passionate longing and those who have undergone a redemption process to find their true selves
Don't forget to be the way you are [Repeat: x4]
Embrace and cherish your true self, don't conform to others' expectations of you
The only thing you can rely on is that you can't rely on anything
Life is unpredictable and constantly changing, don't put your faith solely in temporary things
Don't go and sell your soul for self-esteem
Maintain your integrity and don't compromise your values for the sake of gaining temporary validation
Don't be plasticine
Don't let yourself be molded into an artificial, fake form of beauty, remain true to yourself
And don't forget to be the way you are [Repeat: x4]
Continuously remind yourself to stay true to your authentic self and don't let external pressures sway you from being who you truly are
The way you are
Being true to yourself, even if it means not conforming to societal norms or expectations, is what brings about true beauty and fulfillment
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: WILLIAM LLOYD, BRIAN MOLKO, STEFAN OLSDAL, STEVEN HEWITT
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@kurukhason
Beauty lies inside the eye of another youthful dream
That doesn't sell it's soul for self-esteem
That's not plasticine
Beauty lies inside desire and every wayward heart redeemed
That doesn't sell it's soul for self-esteem
That's not plasticine
Don't forget to be the way you are [x4]
The only thing you can rely on is that you can't rely on anything
Don't go and sell your soul for self-esteem
Don't be plasticine
Don't forget to be the way you are [x4]
And don't forget to be the way you are [x4]
The way you are...
@nantetoev1188
"Beauty lies inside the eye
Of another youthful dream
That doesn't sell its soul for self-esteem
That's not plasticine
Beauty lies inside desire
And every wayward heart redeemed
That doesn't sell its soul for self-esteem
That's not plasticine
Don't forget to be the way you are
Don't forget to be the way you are
Don't forget to be the way you are
Don't forget to be the way you are
The only thing you can rely on
Is that you can't rely on anything
Don't go and sell your soul for self-esteem
Don't be plasticine
Don't forget to be the way you are
Don't forget to be the way you are
Don't forget to be the way you are
Don't forget to be the way you are
Don't forget to be the way you are
Don't forget to be the way you are
Don't forget to be the way you are
Don't forget to be the way you are
The way you are
The way you are
The way you are
The way you are."
@shakti_om
Красота заключена в глазах
Еще одной новой мечты,
Которая не продаст свою душу ради самолюбия —
Она ведь не из пластилина.
Красота заключена в желании,
И в каждом сбившемся с пути, но спасенном сердце,
Которое не продаст свою душу ради самолюбия —
Оно ведь не из пластилина.
@mr.h1661
Beauty lies inside the eye
Of another youthful dream
That doesn't sell its soul for self-esteem
That's not plasticine
Beauty lies inside desire
And every wayward heart redeemed
That doesn't sell its soul for self-esteem
That's not plasticine
Don't forget to be the way you are
Don't forget to be the way you are
Don't forget to be the way you are
Don't forget to be the way you are
The only thing you can rely on
Is that you can't rely on anything
Don't go and sell your soul for self-esteem
Don't be plasticine
Don't forget to be the way you are
Don't forget to be the way you are
Don't forget to be the way you are
Don't forget to be the way you are
Don't forget to be the way you are
Don't forget to be the way you are
Don't forget to be the way you are
Don't forget to be the way you are
The way you are
The way you are
The way you are
The way you are
@billydobby1658
Beauty lies inside the eye of another youthful dream
That doesn't sell it's soul for self-esteem
That's not plasticine
Beauty lies inside desire and every wayward heart redeemed
That doesn't sell it's soul for self-esteem
That's not plasticine
Don't forget to be the way you are [x4]
The only thing you can rely on is that you can't rely on anything
Don't go and sell your soul for self-esteem
Don't be plasticine
Don't forget to be the way you are [x4]
And don't forget to be the way you are [x4]
The way you are...
@taradresbach4684
Probably one of my favorite songs in the world. Full blast on headphones and it's the only thing that exists.
@davidjameschamberlain
Tara Dresbach Placebo is really great at doing that to a person
@con3joblanco
Same for me.
@KatieM786
I went to the promo gig of this album launch at the London Astoria. They were just as good live and Brian Malko had many beautiful guitars.
@skitzolorenzo549
Yesssss!
@pucitanonymous4513
Don't forget to be the way you are
@asabovesobelow6663
This song is so great. The members of this band are musical geniuses. Brian's guitar work and vocals are on point in this one.
@John-vm2zi
+As Above So Below 666 Stole my picture. LOL.
@user-lz9jr6ry3z
I agree!!
@kurukhason
Beauty lies inside the eye of another youthful dream
That doesn't sell it's soul for self-esteem
That's not plasticine
Beauty lies inside desire and every wayward heart redeemed
That doesn't sell it's soul for self-esteem
That's not plasticine
Don't forget to be the way you are [x4]
The only thing you can rely on is that you can't rely on anything
Don't go and sell your soul for self-esteem
Don't be plasticine
Don't forget to be the way you are [x4]
And don't forget to be the way you are [x4]
The way you are...