I am Not a Robot
marina diamonds Lyrics
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Smoking a lot of cigarettes lately
But inside, you're just a little baby
It's okay to say you've got a weak spot
You don't always have to be on top
Better to be hated
Than lived loved loved for what your not
You are not a robot
You're lovable, so lovable
But you're just troubled
Guess what? I'm not a robot, a robot
Guess what? I'm not a robot, a robot
You've been hanging with the unloved kids
Who you never really liked and you never trusted
But you are so magnetic, you pick up all the pins
Never committing to anything
You don't pick up the phone when it ring, ring, rings
Don't be so pathetic, just open up and sing
I'm vulnerable, I'm vulnerable
I am not a robot
You're lovable, so lovable
But you're just troubled
Guess what? I'm not a robot, a robot
Guess what? I'm not a robot, a robot
Can you teach me how to feel real?
Can you turn my power on?
Well, let the drum beat drop
Guess what? I'm not a robot
Guess what? I'm not a robot
Guess what? I'm not a robot, a robot
Guess what? I'm not a robot, a robot
Guess what? I'm not a robot, a robot
Guess what? I'm not a robot, a robot
The song "I Am Not a Robot" by Marina and the Diamonds is about vulnerability and being true to oneself. The lyrics- "you've been acting awful tough lately, smoking a lot of cigarettes lately" suggest that the person being addressed is putting on a front of strength and toughness, when in reality they have a softer, more vulnerable side. Marina acknowledges this by saying "but inside, you're just a little baby. It's okay to say you've got a weak spot, You don't always have to be on top."
The chorus "you're vulnerable, you're vulnerable, you are not a robot. You're lovable, so lovable, but you're just troubled" highlights the theme of vulnerability, with the reminder that no one is invincible or impervious to emotional pain. The repeated line of "guess what? I'm not a robot" reinforces the message that Marina is not pretending to be something she's not and is also vulnerable.
The second verse expands on the idea of putting on a facade and not being true to oneself, with the reference to "hanging with the unloved kids" who you don't really like or trust. The line "you are so magnetic, you pick up all the pins" suggests that despite this, the person being addressed has a certain appeal or charisma that attracts others to them. However, they also avoid commitment and refuse to open up emotionally when needed. Marina encourages this person to be more genuine by saying "don't be so pathetic, just open up and sing."
Overall, "I Am Not a Robot" is a song about being true to oneself and embracing vulnerability. Marina urges listeners to be more honest and open, rather than putting up a facade of strength and toughness.
Line by Line Meaning
You've been acting awful tough lately
You have been putting on a front of toughness in recent times
Smoking a lot of cigarettes lately
Your recent behavior has included excessive smoking
But inside, you're just a little baby
Despite your exterior behavior, inwardly you are vulnerable and fragile
It's okay to say you've got a weak spot
It is acceptable to admit that you have areas of weakness
You don't always have to be on top
It is not necessary to always be in a position of power or control
Better to be hated
It is preferable to be disliked by others
Than lived loved loved for what your not
Instead of being accepted for something that you are not, it is better to be disliked for who you truly are
You're vulnerable, you're vulnerable
You have a sensitive and exposed side
You are not a robot
You are not an emotionless machine
You're lovable, so lovable
You are capable of being loved and appreciated
But you're just troubled
However, you are currently experiencing difficulty or distress
You've been hanging with the unloved kids
You have been associating with individuals who are not well-liked
Who you never really liked and you never trusted
Despite spending time with them, you have never truly cared for or trusted these people
But you are so magnetic, you pick up all the pins
Your charisma and charm attracts the attention of others easily
Never committing to anything
You tend to avoid making commitments or decisions
You don't pick up the phone when it ring, ring, rings
You ignore phone calls or messages when they come through
Don't be so pathetic, just open up and sing
Do not feel sorry for yourself, instead express yourself openly
Can you teach me how to feel real?
Can you help me learn how to experience genuine emotions?
Can you turn my power on?
Can you help me activate or access my emotional energy?
Well, let the drum beat drop
Let the music take over and allow us to fully express ourselves
Guess what? I'm not a robot
I am an emotional being, not a machine
Guess what? I'm not a robot, a robot
I am a human being capable of feeling emotions, not an artificial intelligence
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MARINA LAMBRINI DIAMANDIS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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