They toured most of Ireland and even performed at the Download festival.
The band split up in October 2005
Episode
The Mascara Story Lyrics
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We havent a minute to think about our lines
And everybodys ideals drop down
Too bad, and stupid
Hey miss hollywood actress
Collagen for breakfast? yeah!
Covered in glitter, but im not shining
Maybe i could soon
American melodrama episode
Right now... with you!
Dont dance unless they pay
So you can afford to call in sick...
... to think of me
At least youll have nice thoughts this afternoon
You stole my lips, and tangled them without intent
Kiss and tell the radio...
Lose your dress darling
You wont need it here
Lose...
So what to do?
I really thought i could forget you, forget you
Its all down to you
The Mascara Story's song Episode talks about the artificiality and the pretense of Hollywood celebrities. The lyrics suggest that people in Hollywood have to act and follow scripts in every aspect of their lives, even when they are not on set. The lyrics convey a sense of frustration with the industry, as normal people do not have the time to think about their lines or act fake just to keep up with unrealistic expectations. The concepts of beauty, fame, and success are all portrayed in a negativ e light, as the lyrics suggest that the desire to be famous and successful has resulted in people losing their true selves.
The lyrics also portray the singer's feelings of insecurity and inadequacy regarding their looks and talent. The singer compares themselves to Hollywood actresses who have access to collagen, implying that they need to resort to artificial means to be seen as attractive. The line "covered in glitter, but I'm not shining" highlights feelings of invisibility and the need to be noticed or validated by others. The singer is expressing jealousy and longing for the glamour and spotlight of Hollywood life but is also aware of the toxic nature of it.
Overall, the song is a commentary on the entertainment industry's often superficial, and fake nature, and the intense pressure celebrities are under to be perfect. It also highlights the role of the audience in this, how they often thrive on drama, scandals, and gossip, creating a vicious cycle of constant scrutiny.
Line by Line Meaning
No scripts for normal people
We don't have pre-written lines like actors, we have no time to even think about what we're going to say.
We haven't a minute to think about our lines
Our lives are so fast-paced that we don't have the luxury of planning what we say or do.
And everybody's ideals drop down
In the midst of our hectic lives, everyone's hopes and dreams seem to fade away.
Too bad, and stupid
It's unfortunate and foolish that we can't slow down and enjoy life more.
Hey miss hollywood actress
A sarcastic reference to someone who has it all together, unlike the rest of us.
Collagen for breakfast? yeah!
A commentary on the ridiculous and unhealthy beauty standards that are perpetuated in Hollywood.
Covered in glitter, but I'm not shining
Even though I may appear flashy or put together, I don't feel like I'm truly successful or happy.
Like you do, maybe I could
I envy those who seem to have everything figured out, and I wish I could be like them.
Maybe I could soon
I have hope that someday I'll be able to achieve my dreams and live a better life.
American melodrama episode
Reference to a theatrical, dramatic event that seems like it's straight out of an American soap opera.
Right now... with you!
Whatever dramatic event is happening, I'm experiencing it with you in this moment.
Don't dance unless they pay
A commentary on the difficulty of making a living as an artist, and only being able to do what you love for money.
So you can afford to call in sick...
Taking time for yourself is a luxury that only some can afford, especially when it means missing a day of work.
...to think of me
I hope that when you have a moment of rest, you might think about me and our relationship.
At least you'll have nice thoughts this afternoon
Even if it's just for a brief moment, I hope that you can find some joy or happiness in thinking of me.
You stole my lips, and tangled them without intent
A metaphor for feeling like someone has taken your words or your voice, and made it difficult for you to express yourself.
Kiss and tell the radio...
The media has a tendency to sensationalize people's personal lives, and to share intimate details without permission.
Lose your dress darling
An encouragement to let go of your inhibitions and be yourself, even if it means being vulnerable.
You won't need it here
In this space, you can be free and exposed, without needing to put on a facade or hide behind clothing.
So what to do?
A rhetorical question about what choices to make in life when everything feels chaotic and overwhelming.
I really thought I could forget you, forget you
Even though I hoped that I could move on from you and our relationship, I'm finding it difficult to do so.
It's all down to you
Ultimately, you have an impact on my life and my emotions, whether I want you to or not.
Contributed by Grace T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.