“Altar” was released on February 12th, 2016. In the song, Poppy tries to convince someone that their bride-to-be isn’t right for that person. She also describes crashing a wedding, hence the title of “Altar”.
Altar
That Poppy Lyrics
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Don't marry that gutter skank
I know the pressure is high and she's gonna cry
But that old noose needs to die
You're standing at the altar baby
I'm coming straight for you
The getaway car is waiting and we'll ride into the blue
Church bells don't ring, church bells don't ring to stone
I know that she has a gun, it's an emotional one
And in your vulnerable state, she loves to manipulate
And when you're weak and in pain, she comes around again
You're standing at the altar baby
I'm coming straight for you
The getaway car is waiting and we'll ride into the blue
Church bells don't ring, church bells don't ring to stone
You're standing at the altar, I'm coming for you
She'll never love you like I love you
Cause we we're born to be together babe
So don't you leave me for another
Don't say "I do"
You're standing at the altar baby
I'm coming straight for you
You're standing at the altar baby
I'm coming straight for you
The getaway car is waiting and we'll ride into the blue
Church bells don't ring, church bells don't ring to stone
You're standing at the altar, I'm coming for you
The lyrics of That Poppy's song "Altar" are about a woman warning her loved one not to marry a manipulative and harmful partner. The first verse cautions the person to not marry the toxic partner, who is referred to as a "gutter skank." The second verse mentions that the partner has a gun, an "emotional" one, and enjoys manipulating and preying on the person's weaknesses. The chorus then emphasizes that the woman is coming for the person, who is standing at the altar, and urges them to leave with her for a better life. The song ends with a plea to not say "I do" and a promise of love.
The warning message in the song is clear and relatable since many people have had experiences with manipulative and toxic relationships. The woman singing the song is described as a savior figure who is offering a way out of the dire situation. The love interest in the song may be confused and hesitant, exemplified by the line "the pressure is high and she's gonna cry," but the woman singing the song is confident in her ability to rescue them from their doomed situation.
Overall, "Altar" is a powerful song that uses strong lyrical imagery to address a serious topic. The lyrics suggest that sometimes, people need someone to help them see through the manipulation they are experiencing and leave a toxic and harmful relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
She'll take you straight to the bank
She's after your money, don't marry her
Don't marry that gutter skank
Don't marry that low-class woman
I know the pressure is high and she's gonna cry
I know it's a tough decision and she'll try to emotionally manipulate you
But that old noose needs to die
Get rid of that bad relationship
You're standing at the altar baby
You're about to get married
I'm coming straight for you
I'm here to save you
The getaway car is waiting and we'll ride into the blue
Our escape plan is ready, we'll flee together
Church bells don't ring, church bells don't ring to stone
The wedding bells won't change your fate
I know that she has a gun, it's an emotional one
She has the power to emotionally control you
And in your vulnerable state, she loves to manipulate
She takes advantage of your weakness
And when you're weak and in pain, she comes around again
She'll keep hurting you
She'll never love you like I love you
I love you more than she ever will
Cause we we're born to be together babe
We were meant to be together
So don't you leave me for another
Don't choose her over me
Don't say "I do"
Don't go through with the wedding
You're standing at the altar baby
You're still about to get married
I'm coming straight for you
I'm still here to save you
The getaway car is waiting and we'll ride into the blue
Our escape plan is still ready, let's flee together
Church bells don't ring, church bells don't ring to stone
The wedding bells won't change anything
You're standing at the altar, I'm coming for you
I'm still trying to save you from a bad marriage
Contributed by Gianna Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@letai7604
She'll take you straight to the bank
Don't marry that gutter skank
I know the pressure is high and she's gonna cry
But that old news needs to die
[Chorus]
You're standing at the altar baby
I'm coming straight for you
The getaway car is waiting and we'll ride into the blue
Church bells don't ring, church bells don't ring too soon
You're standing at the altar, I'm coming for you
[Verse 2]
I know that she has a gun, it's an emotional one
And in your vulnerable state, she loves to manipulate
And when you're weak and in pain, she comes around again
[Chorus]
You're standing at the altar baby
I'm coming straight for you
The getaway car is waiting and we'll ride into the blue
Church bells don't ring, church bells don't ring to stone
You're standing at the altar, I'm coming for you
[Bridge]
She'll never love you like I love you
Cause we we're born to be together babe
So don't you leave me for another
Don't say "I do"
You're standing at the altar baby
I'm coming straight for you
You're standing at the altar baby
I'm coming straight for you
The getaway car is waiting and we'll ride into the blue
Church bells don't ring, church bells don't ring to stone
You're standing at the altar, I'm coming for you
@diegocaetano2710
["Altar" Lyrics by Poppy]
[Verse 1]
She'll take you straight to the bank
Don't marry that gutter skank
I know the pressure is high and she's gonna cry
But that old news needs to die
[Chorus]
You're standing at the altar, baby
I'm coming straight for you
The getaway car is waiting and we'll ride into the blue
Church bells don't ring, church bells don't ring too soon
You're standing at the altar, I'm coming for you
[Verse 2]
I know that she has a gun, it's an emotional one
And in your vulnerable state, she loves to manipulate
And when you're weak and in pain, she comes around again
[Chorus]
You're standing at the altar, baby
I'm coming straight for you
The getaway car is waiting and we'll ride into the blue
Church bells don't ring, church bells don't ring too soon
You're standing at the altar, I'm coming for you
[Bridge]
She'll never love you like I love you
'Cause we were born to be together, babe
So don't you leave me for another
Don't say "I do"
You're standing at the altar, baby
I'm coming straight for you
[Chorus]
You're standing at the altar, baby
I'm coming straight for you
The getaway car is waiting and we'll ride into the blue
Church bells don't ring, church bells don't ring too soon
You're standing at the altar (Oh)
You're standing at the altar, baby
I'm coming straight for you (Straight for you)
The getaway car is waiting and we'll ride into the blue
Church bells don't ring, church bells don't ring too soon
You're standing at the altar, I'm coming for you
@normalizekickingchildren5594
She'll take you straight to the bank
Don't marry that gutter skank
I know the pressure is high
And she's gonna cry
But that old news needs to die
You're standing at the altar, baby
I'm coming straight for you
The getaway car is waiting
And we'll ride into the blue
Church bells don't ring,
Church bells don't ring too soon
You're standing at the altar,
I'm coming for you
I know that she has a gun,
It's an emotional one
And in your vulnerable state,
She loves to manipulate
And when you're weak and in pain,
She comes around again
You're standing at the altar, baby
I'm coming straight for you
The getaway car is waiting
And we'll ride into the blue
Church bells don't ring,
Church bells don't ring too soon
You're standing at the altar,
I'm coming for you
She'll never love you like I love you
'Cause we were born to be together, babe
So, don't you leave me for another
Don't say "I do"
You're standing at the altar, baby
I'm coming straight for you
You're standing at the altar, baby
I'm coming straight for you
The getaway car is waiting
And we'll ride into the blue
Church bells don't ring,
Church bells don't ring too soon
You're standing at the altar, oh
You're standing at the altar, baby
I'm coming straight for you
The getaway car is waiting
And we'll ride into the blue
Church bells don't ring,
Church bells don't ring too soon
You're standing at the altar,
I'm comin for you
@SC-zg6fc
Verse 1]
She'll take you straight to the bank
Don't marry that gutter skank
I know the pressure is high and she's gonna cry
But that old news needs to die
[Chorus]
You're standing at the altar baby
I'm coming straight for you
The getaway car is waiting and we'll ride into the blue
Church bells don't ring, church bells don't ring too soon
You're standing at the altar, I'm coming for you
[Verse 2]
I know that she has a gun, it's an emotional one
And in your vulnerable state, she loves to manipulate
And when you're weak and in pain, she comes around again
[Chorus]
You're standing at the altar baby
I'm coming straight for you
The getaway car is waiting and we'll ride into the blue
Church bells don't ring, church bells don't ring to stone
You're standing at the altar, I'm coming for you
[Bridge]
She'll never love you like I love you
Cause we were born to be together babe
So don't you leave me for another
Don't say "I do"
You're standing at the altar baby
I'm coming straight for you
[Chorus]
You're standing at the altar baby
I'm coming straight for you
The getaway car is waiting and we'll ride into the blue
Church bells don't ring, church bells don't ring to stone
You're standing at the altar, I'm coming for you
@joshdun69
Her songs are actually really good i'm shook
@senabea
Honestly I came to her music expecting her to be mostly a parody artist with some maybe decent songs but I've really liked each one I've heard
@clappedjavi1422
Josh Dun hey josh
@joshdun69
Concentrated Clorox BleachTM Hi, bleach
@madisonwilley4984
I'm so shook to
@lizzieherrera7833
Josh Dun FR omg and |-/
@JermzzzyFTW
This was such a flawless piece of pop, the entire Bubblebath EP deserved so much more
@zarcondi7806
I can see the jumps and hear the hitsounds while listening to this
@Cruelty07
Me too man... Me too
@whataway7241
XD