Junk The Magic Dragon
Marilyn Manson · Other Songs - Marilyn Manson
Warhol painted callio-trips
Spining, spining, spin again
Coke, tar, crystal methane thrill
Cash in dime for a ride
My brain like eggs is cracked and fried
Cash in dime for a ride
My brain like eggs is cracked and fried
Junk the magic dragon
Lives, in my pain
Junk the magic dragon, yeah
Love will always end, it ends in pain
(?)
Bones are pulled so tight on skin
Like canvas tent poles or something
I need smiles on my lips
Oh, but it gives incentives
Cash in dime for a ride
My brain like eggs is cracked and fried
Cash in dime for a ride
My stone black jeans look just real fine
Junk the magic dragon
Lives, in my pain
Junk the magic dragon, yeah
Love will always end, it ends in pain
(?)
Junk The Magic Dragon
Marilyn Manson's "Junk The Magic Dragon" stands as a defining track from his 1996 debut album, *Mechanical Animals*. The song exemplifies the industrial metal and alternative rock fusion that characterized his early career, blending aggressive instrumentation with dark, theatrical vocals. As a centerpiece of the record, it established Manson's reputation for pushing sonic boundaries and addressing themes of consumerism and societal decay. The track remains a staple of his discography, often cited as a key influence on the nu-metal movement of the late 1990s. Its enduring popularity reflects its ability to merge high-energy performance with a brooding, introspective atmosphere that became a hallmark of his artistic identity.