Mushroom
The Jesus a Mary Chain Lyrics

When I saw, sky's were red
The singer saw a red sky, which represents a chaotic or dramatic event.

I was born and I was dead
This line expresses a sense of rebirth or transformation, as if the event has caused the singer to be born again.

When I saw her mushroom hair
The singer is drawn to this woman's unique and striking appearance, particularly her hairstyle reminiscent of a mushroom.

I was born and I was dead
The same sense of transformation or rebirth is repeated here, suggesting the woman has a powerful effect on the artist.

When I saw her mushroom hair
The repetition of this line highlights how captivated the artist is by the woman and her appearance.

I gotta keep my distance
Despite being drawn to this woman, the singer recognizes the need to keep some distance, perhaps due to fear or caution.

I gotta keep my distance
The repetition strengthens the sense of conflict between the desire to be near this woman and the need for distance.

Gotta keep my, gotta keep my
The repetition of this line reinforces the artist's determination to maintain distance and resist temptation.

When I saw, sky's of rain
The change in weather represents a shift in mood or tone, possibly reflecting the artist's internal struggle as they try to resist the woman's allure.

I was born and I was dead
This line is repeated to reinforce the theme of transformation, suggesting that the artist is being fundamentally changed by their encounter with this woman.

I gotta keep my distance
The repetition stresses the importance of the singer maintaining their distance and not letting themselves be swept up in their feelings.

I gotta keep my distance
The final repetition is a sort of plea or mantra, as the artist struggles to resist the pull of the woman and maintain their resolve.

Hey, hey, hey
This could be interpreted as an expression of frustration, despair, or a sort of battle cry as the singer faces their inner conflict.