Mood Ring Lyrics – Lorde

[Chorus]
In the chorus, Lorde expresses her numbness and detachment from her emotions. She mentions looking at her mood ring, which is a piece of jewelry that changes color based on the wearer's emotions. However, she can't feel anything, indicating a sense of emotional emptiness. She seeks guidance from others to tell her how she's feeling, suggesting a desire for external validation or understanding. The phrase "floating away" might convey a feeling of disconnection from reality or a desire to escape her current emotional state.

[Verse 2]
The second verse continues Lorde's exploration of her inner journey towards well-being. She mentions engaging in activities such as consuming vitamins, following celebrity news, and exploring Eastern cultures. These actions could represent attempts to improve her mental and physical health or finding distractions in the outside world. She expresses a desire to fly to an eastern place, indicating a search for something that will provide what she needs to feel better.

[Pre-Chorus]
The second pre-chorus repeats the earlier themes of spiritual practices and seeking transcendence. Lorde encourages women born during the Pluto in Scorpio generation to engage in sun salutations and acknowledges the power of burning sage and cleansing crystals. She emphasizes that the experience of getting high or reaching a state of transcendence is dependent on external conditions, such as the wind blowing just right.

[Chorus]
The chorus is repeated, emphasizing Lorde's inability to feel anything despite looking at her mood ring. The reference to "sad girls" suggests a sense of shared experience among those who feel disconnected or emotionally numb. Dancing until the mood rings could symbolize a collective attempt to find joy or meaning, even when emotions are elusive or distant.

[Outro]
The outro portrays a longing for a different kind of place or experience, symbolized by watching the sunset and reflecting on life. Lorde expresses a desire to know if everything will be alright, suggesting a yearning for reassurance and a sense of hope. The repeated plea to be taken to some kind of place signifies a desire for a change in her emotional state or environment.

Overall, "Mood Ring" delves into themes of emotional detachment, the pursuit of inner peace through spiritual practices, and a yearning for a different emotional state. Lorde's lyrics capture the complexities of navigating emotions and the longing for a sense of belonging and well-being. ...Read Less