Lyrics 💞 I have never liked the box of knives You said was a paradox because you're kind But withstood a childhood that robbed you blind Of love that was safe and so you learned to fight What do I do with this stuff? It seems like yesterday I called you up I had a terrible case of the past I didn't know how to get it off I didn't know how to get it off And you took Your machete And you sliced through the vines that wrapped around me And you said "I don't know what I'm doing So I'll just keep on cutting It's worth a little blood to get your arms free" I have never liked the box of knives You said was a paradox because you're kind But withstood a childhood that robbed you blind Of love that was safe and so you learned to fight I have never liked the box of knives You said was a paradox because you're kind But withstood a childhood that robbed you blind Of love that was safe and so you learned to fight What do I do with this stuff? It seems like yesterday I was in love I kept of covering the soft spots up I didn't know how to get them off I didn't know how to get them off And you took your machete And you hacked through the woods in the surrounding And you said "I don't know where I'm going I just know that i'm heading from The dead things piling up behind me" And you took Your machete And you carved out a path to my chest and you said "see There's nothing not worth keeping You've felt so many beatings But Nothing's going to work if you believe me Nothing's going to work if you believe me" I have never liked the box of knives You said was a paradox because you're kind But withstood a childhood that robbed you blind Of love that was safe and so you learned to fight I have never liked the box of knives You said was a paradox because you're kind But withstood a childhood that robbed you blind Of love that was safe and so you learned to fight I have never liked the box of knives I took it to the oceanside the day you died I stood out on the dock No matter how hard I tried I couldn't drop them in And I collapsed and cried: What do I do with this stuff? It seems like yesterday you were alive And it's as if you never really died And it's as if you never really died And you took Your machete And you said "boo, guess who But seriously, beauty" You said "see? You get the drill now, don't you? It's not a will or won't You can't keep making symbols out of nothing" So I took your machete And I sliced off your head and you laughed And you said "see It's just like anti matter It's dumbo's magic feather You don't need me here to cut you You don't need me here to cut you You don't need me here to cut you You don't need me here to cut you Free"
My mother passed away 2 days ago. She had such a hard and unfair childhood but brought so much kindness and joy into the world as an adult. I have been walking through her house and see all the little things of hers from spices, sketchbooks, clothes, teas, and so much more…. This song runs through my mind almost non-stop... “…What do I do with this stuff, it seems like yesterday I called you up….”
Your music is so brutally honest it moves me so deeply to the point of tears and goosebumps, and I mean EVERY time. You're a true artist. I admire you so much.
The original demo has been a big trauma coping song for me. The day I discovered this was released- A few days late, I know- marks only a month and 10 days to the fifth anniversary of my mother’s death. I’ve been having a horrible time, but this grounded me a little. Thank you, Amanda, for always inspiring so many wonderful creators, and for providing true, raw feeling in your works. Keep it up.
I cant imagine how painful that must be; my mother is my life force living in the distance, so I can only imagine the sadness of losing that spark :( But, when Amanda sings sometimes, doesnt it just passively make sense of it all? It hits the spot every time and somehow makes me find the smile instead of the cry.
Hi stranger, i hope you're making progress! Recovery from trauma is the toughest road to walk. It *will* get better. Even if *better* just means less awful at first. Keep moving forward!
I can't express how much I love this song. When it first came out I was grieving over a loss myself. This song helped me through my grieving and reminded me I'm not alone. Still gives me Goosebumps every time I listen to it. and I still catch myself crying from time to time while I'm listening to it. The emotion in her voice gets me every time. Thank You Amanda. Thank you
I loved the first cut of Machete so much that I was a little trepidatious about hearing this newly sharpened version. I needn't have worried...this is as powerful and as real just in a completely different way. Brava! Amanda, brava!
This song.. I saw you perform it in Atlanta, years ago. I immediately went to my relationship with my sweet uncle. It hits me every time I hear this. I just stood there and cried my eyes out seeing you perform that night. Thank you. 🤝
I recently got back into listening to your songs and I can't believe I forgot how much I loved your work. I only knew some of the songs like Runs in the Family or Astronaut.. And I really wish I had listened to more of your songs because they are absolutely amazing and I think they're gonna get me through the year.
I had a person in my life who was verbally abusive and manipulative. She constantly looked down on me, talked behind my back and told everyone I was a selfish brat, and was never satisfied with anything I ever did. I thought that maybe one day I could prove her wrong, she would finally understand and say sorry, and I could finally move on. That day never came. She died in a car wreck beside me in the driver seat. I was sad and angry all at the same time. Angry, because she never let me change her mind, never gave me a chance, and left me without proving her wrong. Sad, because I never got to prove her wrong and earn that respect and affection I wanted so badly. I wanted so much for her to see me as family. Looking back on it, I don't think I ever would of anyways. Sometimes her hurtful words still echo in my mind. I got myself therapy and found a great coping mechanism, so I've been a lot better. But it still upsets me that we couldn't mend our relationship. I miss her, even if she wasn't the greatest person. And that's the hardest part. Missing a person that hated you. I don't want to be like her, and I am going to do my best to make sure I don't. I will never again repeat her words in my head, and I will not allow my problems to affect others in such a negative way. I'm going to care about myself and be the kindest I can, and learn how to properly talk about my emotions. Even if there are bad people out there, doesn't mean I have to be a bad person. I don't have to waste time on making other people happy either. I can be a good person without sacrificing my self worth.
I've been listening since I was a teen and I remember loving the demo for this. Recently only found this unfortunately. But. It's incredible. Thank you for this, Amanda Palmer :>
@@SmallAndInconvenient he wrote two books - 1st book: Lunatic Heroes: Memories, Lies and Reflections 2nd book: Beloved Demons: Confessions of an Unquiet Mind
I just love this piece of music, it helps and it's beautiful ~ I love how FM4 shows musicians like you, because as i first heard a song of yours in "Live Is Strange" i was really impressed, but through FM4 i got really into your new music ~ so now i have to look through all your old stuff as well :) Greetings from Austria^^
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Lyrics 💞
I have never liked the box of knives
You said was a paradox because you're kind
But withstood a childhood that robbed you blind
Of love that was safe and so you learned to fight
What do I do with this stuff?
It seems like yesterday I called you up
I had a terrible case of the past
I didn't know how to get it off
I didn't know how to get it off
And you took
Your machete
And you sliced through the vines that wrapped around me
And you said
"I don't know what I'm doing
So I'll just keep on cutting
It's worth a little blood to get your arms free"
I have never liked the box of knives
You said was a paradox because you're kind
But withstood a childhood that robbed you blind
Of love that was safe and so you learned to fight
I have never liked the box of knives
You said was a paradox because you're kind
But withstood a childhood that robbed you blind
Of love that was safe and so you learned to fight
What do I do with this stuff?
It seems like yesterday I was in love
I kept of covering the soft spots up
I didn't know how to get them off
I didn't know how to get them off
And you took your machete
And you hacked through the woods in the surrounding
And you said
"I don't know where I'm going
I just know that i'm heading from
The dead things piling up behind me"
And you took
Your machete
And you carved out a path to my chest and you said
"see
There's nothing not worth keeping
You've felt so many beatings
But
Nothing's going to work if you believe me
Nothing's going to work if you believe me"
I have never liked the box of knives
You said was a paradox because you're kind
But withstood a childhood that robbed you blind
Of love that was safe and so you learned to fight
I have never liked the box of knives
You said was a paradox because you're kind
But withstood a childhood that robbed you blind
Of love that was safe and so you learned to fight
I have never liked the box of knives
I took it to the oceanside the day you died
I stood out on the dock
No matter how hard I tried
I couldn't drop them in
And I collapsed and cried:
What do I do with this stuff?
It seems like yesterday you were alive
And it's as if you never really died
And it's as if you never really died
And you took
Your machete
And you said
"boo, guess who
But seriously, beauty"
You said
"see?
You get the drill now, don't you?
It's not a will or won't
You can't keep making symbols out of nothing"
So I took your machete
And I sliced off your head and you laughed
And you said
"see
It's just like anti matter
It's dumbo's magic feather
You don't need me here to cut you
You don't need me here to cut you
You don't need me here to cut you
You don't need me here to cut you
Free"
My mother passed away 2 days ago.
She had such a hard and unfair childhood but brought so much kindness and joy into the world as an adult. I have been walking through her house and see all the little things of hers from spices, sketchbooks, clothes, teas, and so much more…. This song runs through my mind almost non-stop...
“…What do I do with this stuff, it seems like yesterday I called you up….”
We haven’t gotten this type of energy since Girl Anachronism but here it’s much more mature and I am adoring it
Your music is so brutally honest it moves me so deeply to the point of tears and goosebumps, and I mean EVERY time. You're a true artist. I admire you so much.
The original demo has been a big trauma coping song for me. The day I discovered this was released- A few days late, I know- marks only a month and 10 days to the fifth anniversary of my mother’s death. I’ve been having a horrible time, but this grounded me a little. Thank you, Amanda, for always inspiring so many wonderful creators, and for providing true, raw feeling in your works. Keep it up.
I cant imagine how painful that must be; my mother is my life force living in the distance, so I can only imagine the sadness of losing that spark :(
But, when Amanda sings sometimes, doesnt it just passively make sense of it all? It hits the spot every time and somehow makes me find the smile instead of the cry.
Hi stranger, i hope you're making progress! Recovery from trauma is the toughest road to walk. It *will* get better. Even if *better* just means less awful at first. Keep moving forward!
I can't express how much I love this song. When it first came out I was grieving over a loss myself. This song helped me through my grieving and reminded me I'm not alone. Still gives me Goosebumps every time I listen to it. and I still catch myself crying from time to time while I'm listening to it. The emotion in her voice gets me every time. Thank You Amanda. Thank you
I loved the first cut of Machete so much that I was a little trepidatious about hearing this newly sharpened version. I needn't have worried...this is as powerful and as real just in a completely different way. Brava! Amanda, brava!
This song.. I saw you perform it in Atlanta, years ago. I immediately went to my relationship with my sweet uncle. It hits me every time I hear this. I just stood there and cried my eyes out seeing you perform that night. Thank you. 🤝
this song is IT..... this song just gets it
it’s 1 am and i’m crying... thank you
I recently got back into listening to your songs and I can't believe I forgot how much I loved your work. I only knew some of the songs like Runs in the Family or Astronaut.. And I really wish I had listened to more of your songs because they are absolutely amazing and I think they're gonna get me through the year.
Saaame
Will never forget this live in Edinburgh. incredible
I had a person in my life who was verbally abusive and manipulative. She constantly looked down on me, talked behind my back and told everyone I was a selfish brat, and was never satisfied with anything I ever did.
I thought that maybe one day I could prove her wrong, she would finally understand and say sorry, and I could finally move on.
That day never came. She died in a car wreck beside me in the driver seat. I was sad and angry all at the same time. Angry, because she never let me change her mind, never gave me a chance, and left me without proving her wrong. Sad, because I never got to prove her wrong and earn that respect and affection I wanted so badly. I wanted so much for her to see me as family.
Looking back on it, I don't think I ever would of anyways.
Sometimes her hurtful words still echo in my mind. I got myself therapy and found a great coping mechanism, so I've been a lot better. But it still upsets me that we couldn't mend our relationship. I miss her, even if she wasn't the greatest person. And that's the hardest part. Missing a person that hated you.
I don't want to be like her, and I am going to do my best to make sure I don't. I will never again repeat her words in my head, and I will not allow my problems to affect others in such a negative way. I'm going to care about myself and be the kindest I can, and learn how to properly talk about my emotions.
Even if there are bad people out there, doesn't mean I have to be a bad person. I don't have to waste time on making other people happy either. I can be a good person without sacrificing my self worth.
This is the masterpiece in an album full of the most relevant and thought feel inducing transcendence. Thank you.
I've been listening since I was a teen and I remember loving the demo for this. Recently only found this unfortunately. But. It's incredible. Thank you for this, Amanda Palmer :>
Anthony would be proud. They would all be proud of us.
Oh my god....this is everything.
****YOU ARE AN INSPIRATION ****
Amanda, thank you. You made my day better. Your music makes world a better place. I truly feel your music. Always meaningful lyrics.
I’m finally laying down my own box of knives
I remember reading Anthonys book, and certain passages come back in technicolour almost whenever I listen to this song. Fucking stunner
I know this is from 3 years ago, but what's the book called? I'd love to read it
@@SmallAndInconvenient
he wrote two books -
1st book:
Lunatic Heroes: Memories, Lies and Reflections
2nd book:
Beloved Demons: Confessions of an Unquiet Mind
I love it so much!! Beautiful, Strong, Powerful.
Cheers from Brazil, Amanda! 💖
Perfect.
I just love this piece of music, it helps and it's beautiful ~
I love how FM4 shows musicians like you, because as i first heard a song of yours in "Live Is Strange" i was really impressed, but through FM4 i got really into your new music ~ so now i have to look through all your old stuff as well :)
Greetings from Austria^^
This is so powerful
Thank you it's amazing
Danke für deine Musik, Amanda. Sie lässt mich atmen ❤
I love this song
great song!
You are TRUTH
I didn't realize this song was for Anthony until today, "beauty". This song is everything. ❤
This song is absolutely EVERYTHING!!! And has never been more relevant!
This reminded me of a technique called 'chord cutting' In hypnotherapy
Thanks Amanda I missed you a little
❤️
oh my god this new version fucking rocks!!!
banger
🖤
Thank you so much
FINALLY.
This is my shit. Your shit. Our shit! THIS IS THE FUCKING SHIT:)