The Spell
The M-G-M Studio Orchestra Lyrics
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Everyday a new surprise
Gram of X
Had it last week, gone the next
I cannot help myself
I need to stop it, its bad for my health
Said u want more?
Oh well
Fell down the well
(Oh well)
You say you hate me
I say oh well
Under a spell
Tried to break it, I did it
I got up and fell
(I got up and fell)
When will I learn to stay well
(Stay well)
(Stay well)
(Stay well)
Stay well
I'll be there soon
Get out your shell
Hey baby ring the bell
Make me feel well
Save me from hell
What is up next?
Everyday a new surprise
Gram of X
Had it last week, gone the next
I cannot help myself
I need to stop it, its bad for my health
Said u want more?
Oh well
Look where it got you
Fell down the well
The lyrics to The M-G-M Studio Orchestra's song "The Spell" seem to be about someone who is caught in a cycle of addictive behavior, specifically with the substance referred to as "Gram of X." The singer acknowledges that they need to stop indulging in this substance as it is detrimental to their health. They express frustration at the desire for more, despite knowing the negative consequences it brings. The lyrics also touch on the idea of being under a spell, metaphorically representing the control that addiction has over them. The line "I got up and fell" suggests that the singer has attempted to break free from this addictive cycle before, but ultimately relapsed. The repetition of "Stay well" indicates their desire for self-preservation and the constant struggle to stay away from the destructive habits they have formed.
Line by Line Meaning
What is up next?
What can be expected in the future?
Everyday a new surprise
Each day brings something unexpected
Gram of X
A small amount of a drug (X)
Had it last week, gone the next
Used the drug last week, but now it's gone
I cannot help myself
I have no control over my actions
I need to stop it, its bad for my health
I should quit because it's harmful to my well-being
Said u want more?
Did you ask for more?
Oh well
Too bad, it's not my concern
Look where it got you
See the negative consequences it led to
Fell down the well
Encountered a difficult situation
(Oh well)
I'm indifferent to your situation
You say you hate me
You claim to dislike me
I say oh well
I don't care, it doesn't bother me
Under a spell
Under the influence of something controlling
Tried to break it, I did it
Attempted to overcome the spell and succeeded
I got up and fell
I stood up but then stumbled again
(I got up and fell)
I tried to recover but failed
When will I learn to stay well
When will I understand how to remain mentally healthy
(Stay well)
Maintain good mental health
(Stay well)
Take care of your well-being
(Stay well)
Strive for mental well-being
Stay well
Take care of yourself
I'll be there soon
I will arrive shortly
Get out your shell
Break free from your protective barrier
Hey baby ring the bell
Hey, make a signal to get attention
Make me feel well
Give me a sense of well-being
Save me from hell
Rescue me from a terrible situation
What is up next?
What can be expected in the future?
Everyday a new surprise
Each day brings something unexpected
Gram of X
A small amount of a drug (X)
Had it last week, gone the next
Used the drug last week, but now it's gone
I cannot help myself
I have no control over my actions
I need to stop it, its bad for my health
I should quit because it's harmful to my well-being
Said u want more?
Did you ask for more?
Oh well
Too bad, it's not my concern
Look where it got you
See the negative consequences it led to
Fell down the well
Encountered a difficult situation
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Aidan Smith
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