Prisoner
Prisoner

The Weeknd ft. Lana Del Rey - Prisoner Lyrics

Exploring the depths of dependency and longing, this track delves into the emotional turmoil of feeling trapped by one's own life choices and addictions. The artists express a profound sense of entrapment, likening themselves to prisoners not only to their… Read more

R&B/Soul
Aug 28, 2015
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Prisoner Music Video

Prisoner Lyrics

You bring good to my lonely life, honestly (honestly)
It's hard for me to look into your eyes
When, I say that I would be nothing without your love
I feel the rush and it's amazing

Maybe I've been always destined
To end up in this place (up in this place), yeah
I don't mean to come off selfish
But I want it all (want it all)
Love will always be a lesson
Let's get out of its way (out of its way)
'Cause I know, all I know, all I know (ooh yeah, ooh yeah, ooh yeah)

I'm a prisoner to my addiction
I'm addicted to a life that's so empty and so cold
I'm a prisoner to my decisions
Woo, woo, woo

I think I've been in Hollywood for too long (for too long)
Cause I can feel my soul burning, feel it burning slow
But I would be nothing without the touch (-out the touch)
I feel the rush and it's amazing, mhm

Maybe I've been always destined to end up in this place (oh)
I don't mean to come off selfish, but I want it all (want it all)
Love will always be a lesson, let's get out of its way (out of its way)
'Cause I know, all I know, all I know (ooh yeah, ooh yeah, ooh yeah)

I'm a prisoner to my addiction
I'm addicted to a life that's so empty and so cold
I'm a prisoner to my decisions
Woo, woo, woo (woah)

I'm a prisoner to my addiction
I'm addicted to a life that's so empty and so cold (empty and so cold)
I'm a prisoner to my decisions (prisoner)
Woo (yeah), woo (yeah), woo

I don't know
I get so wrapped up
In a world
Where nothing's as it seems
And real life i
Is stranger than my dreams
Mhm, mhm
Ooh
Ooh

Writer(s): Abel Tesfaye, Elizabeth Grant, Carlo Montagnese
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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What is the Meaning of Prisoner?

Exploring the depths of dependency and longing, this track delves into the emotional turmoil of feeling trapped by one's own life choices and addictions. The artists express a profound sense of entrapment, likening themselves to prisoners not only to their addictive behaviors but also to the consequences of their decisions. The recurring theme suggests a battle between desiring freedom and being bound by a 'cold' and 'empty' existence, highlighting the internal conflict 🔄 and isolation that often accompanies fame. This song poignantly captures the essence of struggling to escape one's own destructive patterns while yearning for genuine connection and fulfillment in an otherwise glamorous yet hollow lifestyle. It serves as a reflective mirror on the sacrifices made at the altar of success 🌟.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote the song 'Prisoner' by The Weeknd featuring Lana Del Rey?

    The song 'Prisoner' was co-written by Abel Tesfaye (The Weeknd), Elizabeth Grant (Lana Del Rey), and Carlo Montagnese (Illangelo). Illangelo also co-produced the track with The Weeknd.

  2. When did The Weeknd and Lana Del Rey first perform 'Prisoner' live together?

    The Weeknd and Lana Del Rey performed 'Prisoner' live for the first time on December 9, 2015, at the Forum in Inglewood, California.

  3. What are some of the themes explored in the lyrics of 'Prisoner'?

    'Prisoner' delves into themes of addiction and self-destructive decisions. Both artists express feelings of being trapped by their lifestyles or choices, with references to emptiness, coldness, and a longing for something more fulfilling.

  4. How have critics described the musical style and thematic content of 'Prisoner'?

    'Prisoner' has been described as a blend of morbid pop and lusty R&B. Critics have noted its dark, tortured aesthetic that fits well with both The Weeknd’s and Lana Del Rey’s dramatic styles. It's characterized as a summit of luxuriant sadness where both artists lament their personal afflictions.

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