Are You Satisfied
Marina And The Diamonds · The Family Jewels [2010]
The day I got the deal
Chemically calm
Was I meant to feel happy
that my life was just about to change
One life pretending to be
The cow who got the cream
Oh, everybody said
"Marina is a dreamer"
People like to tell you
What you're gonna be
It's not my problem if you don't see what I see
And I do not give a damn if you don't believe
My problem its my problem
That I never am happy
It's my problem, it's my problem
On how fast I will succeed
Are you satisfied with an average life ?
Do I need to lie to make my way in life ?
High achiever don't you see
Baby, nothing comes for free
They say I'm a control freak
Driven a greed to succeed
Nobody can stop me
Cause it's my problem
If I want to pack up and run away
It's my business if I feel the need to
Smoke and drink and sway
It's my problem, it's my problem
If I feel the need to hide
And it's my problem if I have no friends
And feel I want to die
Are you satisfied with an average life ?
Do I need to lie to make my way in life ?
Are you satisfied with an average life ?
Do I need to lie to make my way in life ?
Are you satisfied with an easy ride ?
Once you cross the line
Will you be satisfied?
Sad inside ... in this life ... Unsatisfied, praying
Sad inside ... in this life ... Unsatisfied, waiting
Are you satisfied with an average life
Do I need to lie to make my way in life
Are you satisfied with an easy ride
Once you cross the line
Will you be satisfied?
Are you satisfied? (x8)
Are You Satisfied
Marina and the Diamonds delivers a hauntingly beautiful track on her 2010 debut album, The Family Jewels. The song exemplifies her signature blend of ethereal pop and introspective lyricism, featuring her distinctive falsetto that became a defining characteristic of her early career. Recorded during the height of her breakthrough, the recording captures the delicate, melancholic atmosphere typical of the album's exploration of modern relationships and self-doubt. As a key piece of her discography, the song showcases her ability to weave complex emotional narratives into accessible pop structures, influencing a generation of indie-pop artists who prioritize vocal texture and atmospheric production over conventional hooks.