Murphy Was An Optimist
Norma Jean · The Anti-Mother [2008]
You've been doing this for way too long and it can't be fixed
Don't worry it can't be fixed
so pull up that chair and suck down that trouble
Misery is th fuel that keeps this broken down,
lifeless instrument running
I'm sinking in cursory and I'm sinking headfirst
Clear your dusty throat and taste that stiletto
Can you taste that metal?
Don't worry it can't be fixed.
Don't worry it can't be fixed so don't worry
Light that fuse, back up three steps and sink without trace
Hold me down till I stop crying. I don't want to feel this anymore
Hold you down cause you're not trying.
I don't want to feel this anymore
I don't want to kill you anymore.
Is this what you were designed for?
Did you think that you had it coming? Hell follows with you
Murphy Was An Optimist
Murphy Was An Optimist stands as a defining track on Norma Jean's 2008 album, The Anti-Mother. Emerging from the band's prolific mid-2000s era, the recording captures the group's signature blend of post-hardcore intensity and melodic sensibility. Following the release of Redeemer in 2006, this work further solidified their reputation for crafting emotionally charged anthems that balance heavy instrumentation with introspective themes. The song reflects the band's ability to explore complex narratives within their discography, offering a moment of reflection amidst their energetic catalogue. As part of a body of work that includes notable albums like Bless The Martyr And Kiss The Child, this track remains a testament to the band's enduring influence in the genre.