Mary Never Sings Our Songs
Soft Powers Lyrics

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Lying on the floor
I don′t know which way home
And i seem to forget
That i'm happy or least cynical

Now i′m feeling a little scared
Now the feelings gone again
And maybe i could sing

You a song, yeah such a boring one

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Soft Powers's song "Mary Never Sings Our Songs" depict a sense of confusion, loneliness, and detachment. The singer of the song is lying on the floor, lost and not knowing which direction home is. They forget whether they are happy or just cynical, which demonstrates a lack of clarity and purpose. The singer feels scared, and their feelings have gone. They seem to be experiencing an emotional numbness and emptiness. The ending of the song implies that even if the singer could sing a song, it would be so dull and unemotional that it would not make any difference.

The song might be interpreted as a reflection of how one's environment affects their mood and outlook on life. Perhaps the singer is lost both physically and emotionally, with no one to help them feel better or guide them home. The song may also speak to a universal sense of isolation and disconnection in our modern world, where many people struggle to find meaning and purpose in their lives.

Line by Line Meaning

Lying on the floor
I am physically on the ground, in a vulnerable position

I don't know which way home
I am disoriented and may not be able to find my way home

And i seem to forget
I am experiencing memory loss or confusion

That i'm happy or least cynical
I am uncertain of my emotional state, but I may not be in a state of extreme happiness or cynicism

Now i'm feeling a little scared
My current emotional state has shifted towards fear or anxiety

Now the feelings gone again
My previous emotional state or feeling has disappeared

And maybe i could sing
I am considering expressing myself through song

You a song, yeah such a boring one
I do not feel confident in my creativity or ability to make something interesting, so I may sing a boring song

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