Drugstore Montmartre
Sarah W. Papsun Lyrics
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I see your frown
And it's like looking down the barrel of a gun
And it goes off
And out come all these words
Oh there's a very pleasant side to you
A side I much prefer
Remember cuddles in the kitchen
Yeah, to get things off the ground
And it was up, up and away
Oh, but it's right hard to remember
That on a day like today when you're all argumentative
And you've got the face on
Well now then Mardy Bum
Oh I'm in trouble again, aren't I?
I thought as much
Cause you turned over there
Pulling that silent disappointment face
The one that I can't bear
Can't we laugh and joke around
Remember cuddles in the kitchen
Yeah, to get things off the ground
And it was up, up and away
Oh, but it's right hard to remember
That on a day like today when you're all argumentative
And you've got the face on
Yeah I'm sorry I was late
Well I missed the train
And then the traffic was a state
And I can't be arsed to carry on in this debate
That reoccurs, oh when you say I don't care
Well of course I do, yeah I clearly do!
So laugh and joke around
Remember cuddles in the kitchen
Yeah, to get things off the ground
And it was up, up and away
Still it's right hard to remember
That on a day like today when you're all argumentative
And you've got the face on
The song "Drugstore Montmartre" by Sarah W. Papsun is a poignant depiction of the ups and downs of a relationship, as seen through the lens of a conversation between two lovers. The first verse of the song introduces the theme of tension and conflict, as one of the lovers is visibly upset and the other struggles to understand the root of his/her partner's frustration. The line "And it's like looking down the barrel of a gun" is a stark metaphor for the intensity of the situation, highlighting the feeling of danger and vulnerability that emerges in moments of conflict.
However, the second verse reveals a more positive side to the relationship, as the singer reminisces about happier times spent together. The phrase "Remember cuddles in the kitchen" is a touching reminder of the intimacy and affection that the two lovers shared, and a call to return to that state of emotional closeness. The chorus continues to emphasize the difficulty of maintaining a positive outlook when emotions run high, but ultimately the singer insists that he/she cares deeply for the other person and wants to find a way to move past the arguments that threaten to tear them apart.
Overall, "Drugstore Montmartre" is a fascinating exploration of the complexities of romantic relationships, and the struggle to balance love and conflict in a way that allows both partners to thrive.
Line by Line Meaning
Now then Mardy Bum
Addressing the person who is being sulky
I see your frown
I can see that you're upset
And it's like looking down the barrel of a gun
Talking to someone who is a threat to others, always angry and so their reactions can be dangerous
And it goes off
It's a trigger warning
And out come all these words
Provoking someone who may use verbally abusive language
Oh there's a very pleasant side to you
There's a nicer part of you that I like
A side I much prefer
I like your nice side better
It's one that laughs and jokes around
Your fun side that tells jokes and laughs
Remember cuddles in the kitchen
Remember good times and affection
Yeah, to get things off the ground
Start something new, get over a down feeling
And it was up, up and away
We were really happy, things were moving fast
Oh, but it's right hard to remember
But sometimes it's really hard to remember
That on a day like today when you're all argumentative
On days where you're argumentative
And you've got the face on
When you're wearing your angry expression
Well now then Mardy Bum
Address someone who's being sulky again
Oh I'm in trouble again, aren't I?
I've upset you again, haven't I?
I thought as much
I knew it would happen
Cause you turned over there
You're turning away from me
Pulling that silent disappointment face
You're making a face that shows you're disappointed
The one that I can't bear
I can't stand it when you're disappointed in me
Can't we laugh and joke around
Can't we be happy and tell jokes
Still it's right hard to remember
It's still difficult to remember
That on a day like today when you're all argumentative
On days where you're argumentative
And you've got the face on
Wearing an angry expression
Yeah I'm sorry I was late
I apologize for being late
Well I missed the train
I couldn't catch the train
And then the traffic was a state
The road was really congested
And I can't be arsed to carry on in this debate
I don't want to argue anymore
That reoccurs, oh when you say I don't care
When you say I don't care about you
Well of course I do, yeah I clearly do!
Of course I care about you
Contributed by Camilla I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.