Melanie Martinez - THE CONTORTIONIST (Official Audio)

[@placeinthisworld42]

The body horror in this music video is going to be out of this world and I’m all here for it 😭

[@signna]

Real

[@PhewzGlory]

The possibilities are INSANE.

[@chuusenberg519]

RIGHT 💗💗☺️☺️☺️

[@lyrics0ftheworld]

I'm so excited for the MV for this song

[@ria4ever_8]

I agree its gonna be epic especially cuz its Mel ❤❤❤

[@kawaiipikafum2530]

I need this as a music video immediately 😭 The choreography would be insane!

[@swew.pls.]

YESSS

[@animelover4ever953]

YES!😭

[@s1logen]

ohmygod YESSS, i;m thinking of smth similar to Show & Tell and Nurse's Office ✨✨

[@maxbeats4893]

for some reason the transition makes me think of her crashing a dinner party or something while her body distorts and like contorts. one of those scenes where you have to like look away

[@kwlwsh]

Yassss

[@Sillyperson201i4]

i LOVE how the laughs sound like sobs when you think about it 😭

[@elisakrivas]

I got that instantly. The first time I heard this song, I was already crying, but I burst at that part. It’s like a laugh turning into a sob; almost insanity.

[@Sillyperson201i4]

@@elisakrivas fr

[@imthatkay3302]

I never noticed that until now…wow

[@Mushroom_frenzy]

869 likes but only 3 comments?

[@Sillyperson201i4]

@@Mushroom_frenzy fr what 💀

[@AricoLa-v5d]

HER VOICE IS SO ANGELIC🩷🩷

[@AricoLa-v5d]

I ALSO LUV THE SQUEAKS

[@vens0527]

Lyrics ♡⁠(⁠>⁠ ⁠ਊ⁠ ⁠

[@cowcowbh]

THANK U

[@Blu_Angel]

OMG TYSM ❤❤

[@k1rbyk1ller]

Ur iconic for this

[@hailey7235]

thank you

[@motomarcy]

LOVE YA

[@meredithl5832]

As a contortionist, I am OBSESSED with this song. 100% going to use this masterpiece for future performances👏

[@adalieswietonsakurafox]

That’s an amazing idea!

[@s1logen]

SLAY 😍💅💖

[@marga8732]

This song makes me want to BE a contortionist, so I guess it kinda doubles as promo for that!😁

[@AnaRamirez-ln9jj]

This sounds like grime colab tho 😅 lol

[@hhhhj5831]

“As a ____” - 🤓

[@jenniferthecloud1475]

am I the only one who finds the laugh in the chorus so satisfying? it's so crisp and perfect

[@ARI3US]

So do i😂😂

[@a_L3xa]

NOT JS U

[@Sir_Rat6225]

ME TOO I KEPT GETTING THATN PART STUCK UN MY HEAD

[@_lei_c_8138]

And the fact that it was her first take too 😭🤌🧚🏼‍♂️❤️✨

[@imfam0use]

@@_lei_c_8138 OMG

[@OliviaSlaygirl]

The lyric: “got me like a bad tattoo” and “even if you removed me I’ll still be underskin” is my favorite line

[@RainDoesArt1116]

Yesss

[@OliviaSlaygirl]

@@RainDoesArt1116 and my second favorite is “holding onto my words until my face is blue”

[@elisep9481]

Those are really nice lines as they have amazing metaphors. My favorite line is "Never got a chance to undo positions that you forced my way into"

[@the_c0nt0rti0nist1]

I don’t mean to be mean or anything but I thought the lyric was always under skin even when it gets removed

[@OliviaSlaygirl]

@@the_c0nt0rti0nist1 I know but I just like said it in my own words because I forgot the lyrics a bit

[@leofaery1418]

her little gasps and “achoo!” are so cute😭🫶 I’m so excited for my cd to come!!

[@mylarose11]

literally oml 😭 and ur so lucky ur getting a cd, idk if it came yet for you bc this was a month ago but yk still ur lucky 😭

[@judo.faerie_]

ur so lucky! and also im a fairy too ❤

[@dejavu2554]

2005 called and they want their cds back

[@Chaos_bread]

I think it is from K through 12 when she sneezed in the haunted ballroom

[@shrek-0987]

I might get the bloodshot vinyl record

[@ahsokqz]

The bone crushing/cracking noises in the back>>>>>>

[@mylarose11]

real

[@KatieLeDerp]

It makes me cringe lmao

[@Happerloser]

Valentino?💀

[@ItzCora543]

Love it 😍

[@Grammar-Chr]

@@ibetonlosinghorses how?

[@bellaway]

As someone who grew up in a very toxic relationship with a narcisistic mother and felt like I had to bend myself all the time to 'fit' her mold this song speaks to me in a whole different level. The line "Stretching my self worth, just like you usually do" is so so fucking relatable. I love Mel so much! She always write such deep and meaningfull lyrics.

[@elisakrivas]

Same

[@_JoudLostHerSanity_]

Same =)

[@Coco_xoxo]

Me with my narcissistic borderline mom

[@parracytixx4048]

Jaja I can't escape either.

[@alu-222]

I'm sorry I went through this with your mom 💗

[@Azuresayshello]

As someone who has a fear/bad reaction to things like, gore, bones, limbs, and body horror, I thought I wouldn't be able to fully appreciate this song cuz of those things, but DAMN, I think this song is helping me to overcome that dislike! Thank you Melanie for an amazing track

[@MILKCHOCOCOOKI]

AA SAME

[@newt4089]

you can really tell how much effort mel puts into each of her songs, the lyrics, the voices, the special effects, THE MUSIC. each and every one of her songs is truly a masterpiece !!!

[@CrybabyyVirgoo]

100000000% agree ! She’s amazing af gotta love her 💓

[@hairanimatez9384]

Someone even said the contortionist sucks

[@CrybabyyVirgoo]

@@hairanimatez9384 yeah they obviously deaf 🧏‍♀️

[@imfam0use]

@@CrybabyyVirgoo FR

[@CrybabyyVirgoo]

@@imfam0use that’s one of the top songs!💯

[@NyNyBriana]

The main reason why I love this song so much is because of the message behind it and the concept of the lyrics. The song explains how you bend over backwards for people who won’t do the same thing so you’re done being used by someone who doesn’t care about you

[@whyfi2749]

😢

[@karlaherrera1119]

💯💯🥺

[@JeshuaMatias-dg2oy]

Womp womp

[@That1CoffeeAddict]

Man I love KZbin "Womp womp" Anyways, I agree the massage is really well put out and well made!

[@genshin_moonlight]

@@JeshuaMatias-dg2oydo you even know how to use “womp womp” correctly?

[@hatsunemikusbiggestfan6790]

i love melanie. ive been a crybaby, and now an earthling. i’m so happy to see her music change and see her feel more comfortable with her style. i started listening to her when i was about 8 years old and her music has never failed to impress me. she’s just such a huge inspiration

[@alexb7092]

What the heck, either you're really young or I'm old 💀 But I agree, her progression is beautiful, which doesn't take away from her old stuff though, of course

[@ayva9169]

literally same

[@valentina.strmecki]

Oh I started listening to her when I was 12

[@OnPenz]

⁠ I understand, I have been a fan b4 everybody else though and I haven’t been rude but I’m simply not a fan of her new music; and same with all my friends. Her music became slow, and her mask looks cheap, and her perfume honestly is even cheaper. People say that she wants people to forget about their trauma, but it’s like it’s more about her lore.

[@Ur_local_Sayaka]

i started listening when i was 1- (according to my little bow mom-)

[@tearistangel]

Show & Tell: who are you ? The contortionist: I’m you but deeper P.S. I love both of the songs sm

[@auramint]

Dollhouse: who are you? The two: :/

[@Imnotmelols]

@@auramintwhat💀

[@rxndomfxndom7405]

_Ms. Potato head feels left out_

[@LostwaveFaerie]

@@Imnotmelols I think I got it. Dollhouse asks them who they are, but them both are just confused and don't answer bc Dollhouse's meaning isn't even close to the one of Show & Tell and THE CONTORTIONIST

[@butterflygamer15]

@@rxndomfxndom7405idk, Mrs. Potato Head is abt plastic surgery addiction/addiction to having a perfect body

[@T0B3573R]

Melanie made a song for ALL the introverted awkward kids who are just a little too emotional. That’s why I love her. Its so nice to have a celebrity that makes me feel safe and heard. I love this song because changing yourself to fit someone else’s expectations on how a person should act isn’t a relationship, because they aren’t friends with someone if the other person isn’t their true self around them, because that person isn’t themselves so the person they care about doesn’t exist. “I’m done, I’m done.” It’s when you finally have a intervention with the person, you can’t stop or change yourself for them. So there isn’t need for a relationship when you aren’t even there for.

[@Miashubchannle]

Yes exactly u can’t change a person if they don’t want to

[@aquastartv1895]

me, who's an emotional person but is also an extrovert: 👁👄👁

[@Melexit]

Underrated comment

[@MyGodisawsome]

Jesus loves you! Repent before it’s too late! Amen. 🙏 ❤❤❤❤

[@T0B3573R]

@@MyGodisawsome Quit enforcing your religion on others

[@Coraline-jonesyy]

MELANIES THOUGHTS ON THE CONTORTIONIST- I will never forget the feeling, and the intense smiles that me and CJ shared while creating this song. A true collaborative moment where we both felt the ping of our little antennas, like a loud phone call firing off. A lot of our process involved making tracks, then picking our favorites, then going into the booth and free styling Melodies, piecing together the best moments and then I would pace around the pool writing lyrics to fit the cadence of the free-styled melodies. The unhinged laughs in the chorus are the exact takes from my freestyle. This conflict song is about bending over backwards for someone who doesn't accept you as you are.

[@0shadowgrace0]

Its definitely more than that tho. The song is rapy. I hope she didn't intend for that but it's really rapy.

[@winterafterfall137]

​@@0shadowgrace0 what?

[@0shadowgrace0]

@@winterafterfall137 are u serious or are u 12? The song is literally about s3x but the horrible kind. It's about other things too but that is a major theme. It's rap3-y

[@dani.1170]

i saw this

[@dani.1170]

@@0shadowgrace0?

[@heatherjohnson1221]

M- marvelous E- Entertaining L- lovely A- absolutely amazing N- nice I- iconic and inspiring E- Empatheitc

[@justnyan2]

NO N FOR NYMPH

[@maruki_apologist]

Fabulous Amazing Great Gorgeous Original Terrific

[@CringyYoutuberSince2020]

​@@maruki_apologist Bro

[@maruki_apologist]

@@CringyKZbinrSince2020 kzbin.info/www/bejne/a523mmaglJp1Zrcsi=7gVJ50A0E5uslE7e

[@maruki_apologist]

@@CringyKZbinrSince2020 i’m doing it, are you?

[@Timepi3ce_3001]

MELANIE- 100% THE CONTORTIONIST- 100% BROKEN BONES- 100% VISUAL- 100% VOCALS- 100% LYRICS- 100% CHORUS- 100% PRODUCTION- 100% INSTRUMENTAL- 100% TALENT- 100% INFLUENCE- 100% KING- 100% SLAY- 100% PORTALS- 100% LET'S SHOW HOW MUCH WE LOVE MELANIE !! 💘💘💘

[@lost_somethin]

You forgot MWUAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH

[@eduardomendez9185]

​@@lost_somethin no... It's Mwahohohauhouhaua🖕👿🖕

[@VisionOfTheNight]

Melanie is so good that her qualities are counted 1400% in total

[@panconweboxd]

Slay 💋

[@BatBite26]

@@eduardomendez9185 No.... It's UUaaaAHHAAAAaHAAaaaaaa 😈

[@rinnielovesmeeko]

LYRICS: Twisted all my limbs for you Two of them in knots and two of them in loops Ribbons tied around like a noose Wonder if I'll ever get it loose I don't wanna bruise for you Holding back my words until my face is blue I don't really care about your crew You can tell 'em what you wanna do Pushin' me (Body's touching, body's touching) Lovin' me (Blood is pumping, blood is pumping) Pullin' me (Feelin' nothing, feelin' nothing) Fuckin' me (Bones are crushing, palms are crushing) Crushin' me (Body's touching, body's touching) Touchin' me Uh-ah I'm done, I'm done Done doing backbends I break and I snap, it's no fun, no fun Pushed myself into a box, while you held out a gun I'm done, ah-ah-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha I'm done, I'm done Ah-ah-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha Twisting all my bones like screws Stretching my self worth, just like you usually do Caught you like the cold or a flu (achoo) Praying that I'll someday be immune Got me like a bad tattoo (oh-oh-oh) Always under skin, even when it gets removed (ooh) Never got a chance to undo (oh-oh-oh) Positions that you forced my way into Bones are crushing, palms are crushing (pushin' me) Body's touching, body's touching (lovin' me) Blood is pumping, blood is pumping (pullin' me) Feelin' nothing, feelin' nothing (fuckin' me) Bones are crushing, palms are crushing (crushin' me) Body's touching, body's touching (touchin' me) Ow I'm done, I'm done Done doing backbends I break and I snap, it's no fun, no fun Pushed myself into a box, while you held out a gun I'm done, ah-ah-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha I'm done, I'm done Ah-ah-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha Pushin' me (Body's touching, body's touching) Lovin' me (Heart is pumping, heart is pumping) Pullin' me (Feelin' nothing, feelin' nothing) Fuckin' me (Bones are crushing, palms are crushing) Crushin' me (Body's touching, body's touching) Touchin' me (Blood is pumping, blood is) Ow

[@croissanteve1507]

Thxxx m8^^

[@lps_love1]

how do i copy and paste for a rp?

[@dontbother2000]

@@lps_love1are you on a computer or a mobile device

[@lps_love1]

@@dontbother2000 iphone

[@isobellethorderson5444]

Wow

[@pyromancer9403]

This album is really helping me recover from my abusive relationship I escaped from over a year ago. I feel so much less alone listening to Mel's lyrics and seeing anyone who feels the same way I do. I love you Melanie, please never stop creating. You're such a creative, beautiful inspiration to so many of us.

[@amber61pop]

Literally same except January for me. This album hits hard. Sending love

[@pyromancer9403]

@@amber61pop you're so brave for escaping! We deserve the world 💕💕

[@amber61pop]

@@pyromancer9403 yes we do ❤️❤️

[@greyroses2641]

Same! This song especially just makes me feel again if that makes sense? Fucking love Melanie for always being there for us with her music❤

[@nezuk0-chan4758]

I'm sorry you had a abusive relationship it sucks ( not speaking from experience)

[@kurokami9428]

The production in this song is actually INSANE. Can’t wait for the music video

[@bryanpribeiro]

One of my favorites on the album. The contortionist sound effects, the string instruments that sound like suspense, the laughter and most importantly, criticism of abusive relationships. It's addictive 🥴💗

[@yashiroyugi]

This whole album is so good!!! She's such a queen

[@overliving]

@@pecy no one gets recognized with bot comments, u ruin ur "career"

[@MySweetCreationz]

This is seriously one of her best songs ever AHHH 😭💕

[@brittanyroy969]

Its soooooo goooooodddd

[@paulkurtis3749]

Absolutely!!!💜

[@stephlovesyou]

i like that she published the best one of the album last😭💓

[@monstereverzen1362]

Frr 😭💗

[@cyb3rii]

the way she’s able to tell stories or tell experiences she’s went through her songs is real talent & THIS IS MY FAV SONG IN THE ALBUM THE BEAT AND THE LAUGHS at 1:15 SOUNDS SO GOOD

[@Rottenriaa.]

The vocals are so good im sobbing. The laughs are my favorite and the song itself😭

[@cyb3rii]

@@Rottenriaa. SERIOUSLY ‼️

[@hiimesta]

I AGREE !!

[@scrxyu]

the laugh is so goofy in a good way

[@Donotevengotherewithme]

Powder is my fave, I think. Lol

[@CruzingAroundTheBlock]

THAT LITTLE SNEEZE WAS ADORABLE ASF 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@That_gloss_boss]

Fr!🥺💙💜

[@Noobie._iz_back]

Thats a " OW “ lol

[@CruzingAroundTheBlock]

@@Noobie._iz_back No, it's definitely a sneeze.

[@Noobie._iz_back]

@@CruzingAroundTheBlockoh srry lol i thought you meant the loud " OW! " that sounds like a gasp, I AGREE BTW ITS SO CUTE

[@CruzingAroundTheBlock]

@@Noobie._iz_back Ohhh! I AGREEE!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@Gamershootingstar.]

"From Melanie Martinez about the contortionist"I will never forget the feeling, and the intense smiles that me and CJ shared while creating this song. A true collaborative moment where we both felt the ping of our little antennas, like a loud phone call firing off. A lot of our process involved making tracks, then picking our favorites, then going into the booth and free styling Melodies, piecing together the best moments and then I would pace around the pool writing lyrics to fit the cadence of the free-styled melodies. The unhinged laughs in the chorus are the exact takes from my freestyle. This conflict song is about bending over backwards for someone who doesn't accept you as you are.*end quote

[@jelbis7978]

Where do you get Melanie’s notes on the song? I really want to read them all but I don’t know where to find them.

[@arduousPopsicle]

@@jelbis7978 go to genius for the lyrics and scroll all the way to the bottom and it will give you the notes!

[@kalenfixi]

copy and pasted comment :/

[@shelfwarrior42]

@@jelbis7978 I can copy them here for u if you want

[@Pink_Ph0en1x]

​@@shelfwarrior42please do if possible 😊

[@NyNyBriana]

“Never got the chance to undo positions that you force my way into” is so relatable to me because my sister always drags me into her problems when I have nothing to do with them

[@Audios4uofficial]

lyrics: Twisted all my limbs for you, two of them in knots and two of them in loops. Ribbon tied like a noose, wonder if I’ll ever get it loose. I don’t want to bruise for you, Pulling back my words until my face is blue. I don’t really care about your crew. You can tell them what you want to. (Bones are crushing, palms are crushing) Pushin’ me (Bodies touching, bodies touching) Lovin’ me (Heart is pumping, heart is pumping) Pullin’ me (Feelin’ nothing, feelin’ nothing) F*ckin’ me (Bones are crushing, palms are crushing) Crushin’ me (Bodies touching, bodys touching) Touchin’ Me Uh-ah! I’m done, I’m done Done doing backbends I break and I snap, its no fun, no fun Pushed myself into a box, while you held out a gun I’m done, ah-ah-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha I’m done, I’m done Twisted all my bones like screws Stretching my self worth, just like you usually do Caught you like the cold or a flu (Ah-choo) Praying that I’ll someday be immune Got me like a bad tattoo (Oh-oh-oh) Always on your skin, even when it gets removed (Ooh) Never got the chance to undo (Oh-oh-oh) Positions that you forced my way into (Ooh) Bones are crushing, palms are crushing (Pushin’ me) Bodies touching, bodies touching (Lovin’ me) Heart is pumping, heart is pumping (Pullin’ me) Feelin’ nothing, feelin’ nothing (F*ckin’ me) Bones are cruching, palms are crushing (Crushin’ me) Bodies touching, bodies touching (Touchin’ me) Oh, ow I’m done, I’m done Done doing backbends I break and I snap, its no fun, no fun Pushed myself into a box, while you held out a gun I’m done, ah-ah-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha I’m done, I’m done Ah-ah-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha (Bones are crushing, palms are crushing) Pushin’ me (Bodies touching, bodies touching) Lovin’ me (Heart is pumping, heart is pumping) Pullin’ me (Feelin’ nothing, feelin’ nothing) F*ckin’ me (Bones are crushing, palms are crushing) Crushin’ me (Bodies touching, bodies touching) Touchin’ me (Heart is pumping, heart is pumping) Oh, ow

[@kassivi]

I WAS LOOKING FOR A COMMENT LIKE THIS I LOVE U SM 🫶🫶

[@as1ro398]

TYSM❤

[@sillaa4710]

TY OMG

[@Biwiz]

Blood is pumping*

[@sneery9677]

blood is pumping**

[@Moon.ix._01]

I’ve heard people saying that her laughing part can also be heard as crying, if you like consentrate you can hear it! It fun thinking about it as a laugh and a cry

[@gringa23]

The pain at the end of that laugh

[@KrispyKremers]

I didnt even notice that woahh

[@PROD5VE]

Melanie Martinez is a huge inspiration to me and I WILL produce a song for her one day.

[@lolo_.-]

New era is perfect 🧚‍♀️❤

[@Kylessuperbestfriend]

well good luck bro hope things turn out well

[@killerketamine_]

yes speak it into existence

[@MurdererbunS2]

I'll be anxiously waiting for It

[@scott8919]

I see variations of this same comment on every artist's KZbin page and I wouldn't be surprised if this was a spam account.

[@glowing-mn3ie]

Everything from the production to the lyrics to the tiniest details, you can really see that mel worked so hard for this album. It's a 222/10 for me🧚‍♀️✨

[@alguaii272]

The bass The rhythm Her laugh 😆 she’s back !

[@ahmirasaunders8062]

@@alguaii272the BASS fr

[@Nathxs230]

Melanie no decepciona, ella cumple expectativas e incluso te hace ver que tus expectativas eran pequeñas 💋💅🏻🛐🛐

[@alfonsomedina9174]

ESOOOO😻😻😻

[@nor_e]

EXACTOOO😻😻😻😻

[@wendycrhistensen2286]

Y la que saqué de album💋

[@miguelblox9245]

Esoo mamona, Melanie siempre supera nuestras expectativas😻❤

[@friendly_ambivert]

0:40 - 0:55 is the BEST part. I love the way the background vocals sound. Adds more of an eerie vibe to it, and I’m here for it!

[@shaylalewis792]

This is the most amazing song I've EVER heard. It's like I'm hearing it for the first time every time I listen to it. OBSESSED! 🙌🏾

[@mimsycookiiess]

Frrr!! ❤❤

[@beauenferae2438]

I love all the little crack noises throughout it! And the chorus is sooo good with her voice overlapping each other. I love it smm!! I can't pick a favorite off the album they're soo good.

[@MakenzieDingus-fe2mz]

Melanie, you have raised this generation and have NEVER disappointed. We love you sm and thank you for this amazing album!

[@oliverjones2426]

I dont understand the bad critics... This is the best album ive listened to in a while. So extraterrestrial and visionary. Each track really stays with you I guess critics are completely braindead and her fans will have to back her as always

[@owenisweirdo]

The lyrics are absolutely awful Also these fans are terrible

[@FAMGUYYY]

Yeah it’s literally her letting go of repressed anger I don’t get why people are mad, (to the critics) let her preach!

[@Grant_Renorio]

​@@owenisweirdo melanie didnt even forced you to listen it but ok

[@BloxyAvianna]

RIGHT

[@pacificelitedance]

There were bad critics?! They’ll regret saying that about our singing masterpiece Melanie

[@ShayShay235]

2018-2023 were the best years of my life because of mel, and I can’t believe i’m going to her trilogy tour on may 29!!!

[@Addie1st]

28th GA

[@lovely_ava1347]

I really hope I go onggg @@Addie1st

[@Ameliaa-Roseee]

I would love to go but I'm sensitive to loud sounds and I have social anxiety 😭

[@OliviaSlaygirl]

That’s the day before my birthday

[@absolutely.not.lulu1231]

how was itt

[@anitagalourus3082]

OMG THE DEMONIC LAUGHING IS SO GOOD- it rlly gives me a deep feeling to the song that i can't explain- 😭

[@OlivoOlivio]

Mel the boss 👑

[@malinoo]

Same😭

[@steverisakid]

I agree, but not with the "demonic" part. I say that laugh is "eerie" or "uncomfortable" :)Don't get me wrong, I LOVE the laugh, it's one of my favorite parts ;)

[@natsk7766]

If you listen closely this laughing turns into a sobbing like after crying loudly

[@steverisakid]

@natsk7766 yes, that's why it's my fav part 🙈

[@karanghuman40]

Portals is truly another masterpiece. Melanie, you never fail to amaze us with this impeccable music and song writing. The wait was definitely worth it. We love you forever and ever, through life and death 🫶🏻

[@angshauntniquaalexander4145]

I'm pretty sure it took so long to make because she's already prepared 2 more albums after this. I read an article that said melanie confirmed that there were 2 more albums (and possible films) after portals which is why it took so long. Then again it might not be true so please don't take my word for it. I just read it somewhere. Either way I'm so excited to see what journey she takes us on with her new songs.

[@fosminclorin]

​@@angshauntniquaalexander4145 i remember her saying she'd already planned the concepts for Portals & MM4 back in 2019

[@utoriacovers444]

@@angshauntniquaalexander4145 If she will actually have 2 more albums after this one, i really hope we won’t have to wait for like 5 years again

[@outlateat4m696]

@@angshauntniquaalexander4145 melanie will probably never lose inspiration- she’s too creative and passionate to stop at 3 albums, there’s definitely more

[@nova4476]

This album has been such a beautiful experience. I still remember exactly where I was when K-12 was released. I also remember when I found Crybaby and immediately listened to all of it. Melanie’s music has gotten me through so much and this album couldn’t have come at a better time. I cannot wait to see where Melanie goes from here. I hope this album does well in sales and everything because it deserves so so much. New favorite album🧚‍♀️❣️.

[@TeairaParker]

😊

[@Ant1.her0_13]

heres the meaning of this song :D its about bending over backwards for someone who does even care about you, ‘pushed myself into a box while you held out a gun’ means being pushed back into that toxic relationship that you’re stuck in, if you really loom at the lyrics u might understand

[@tokii_o1o89]

zero words describe how amazing this is... the snapping is so satisfying for some reason like???? anyone else agree 💗👀

[@jermain.e]

agree

[@mettefw]

agreedddd! i love it

[@melanielovesportals]

i agree who wouldnt she puts sm effort in songs just for people to listen its incredible!

[@IamRocque]

True 😫 at first I was like “😳” then I was like “😍” cause that sound blended so well!

[@Paloma-wl1ul]

I dont like the crashing sound 😂😅😅

[@Countryspringtrap]

This song hits so hard. I just recently discovered that I don't need to let people mistreat me hoping they'll accept me. I feel the "I'm done" in every cell of my being 🎀💕💕

[@ollycup1]

THIS!!! good luck on your journey sis ❤

[@Countryspringtrap]

@@ollycup1 Thank youooz so muchooz 🎀💖

[@sonnyangelx]

*Lyrics:* Twisted all my limbs for you Two of them in knots, and two of them in loops Ribbons tied around like a noose Wonder if I'll ever get it loose I don't wanna bruise for you Holding back my words until my face is blue (Ha) I don't really care about your crew You can tell 'em what you wanted to [Pre-Chorus] (Bones are crushing, bones are crushing) Pushin' me (Body's touching, body's touching) Lovin' me (Blood is pumping, blood is pumping) Pullin' me (Feelin' nothing, feelin' nothing) Fuckin' me (Bones are crushing, bones are crushing) Crushin' me (Body's touching, body's touching) Touchin' me Uh-ah [Chorus] I'm done, I'm done Done doing backbends I break and I snap, It's no fun, no fun Pushed myself into a box, while you held out a gun I'm done, ah-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha I'm done, I'm done Ah-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha [Verse 2] Twisting all my bones like screws Stretching my self worth, just like you usually do Caught you like the cold or a flu (Achoo) Praying that I'll someday be immune Got me like a bad tattoo (Oh-oh-oh) Always under skin, even when it gets removed (Ooh) Never got a chance to undo (Oh-oh-oh) Positions that you forced my way into (Ooh) [Pre-Chorus] (Bones are crushing, bones are crushing) Pushin' me (Body's touching, body's touching) Lovin' me (Blood is pumping, blood is pumping) Pullin' me (Feelin' nothing, feelin' nothing) Fuckin' me (Bones are crushing, bones are crushing) Crushin' me (Body's touching, body's touching) Touchin' me Oh, ow [Chorus] I'm done, I'm done Done doing backbends I break and I snap, It's no fun, no fun Pushed myself into a box, while you held out a gun I'm done, ah-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha I'm done, I'm done Ah-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha [Pre-Chorus] (Bones are crushing, bones are crushing) Pushin' me (Body's touching, body's touching) Lovin' me (Blood is pumping, blood is pumping) Pullin' me (Feelin' nothing, feelin' nothing) Fuckin' me (Bones are crushing, bones are crushing) Crushin' me (Body's touching, body's touching) Touchin' me (Blood is pumping, blood is-) Oh, ow

[@dotd0tzip]

love u fr

[@Michaelroni-n-cheese]

who tf is this chick? i'm an old metalhead and was looking for the band "the contortionist". but this is SICK. Surprised I've never heard of her.

[@portalvision123]

This is Melanie Martinez she is a American singer songwriter and this is from her third studio album PORTALS!

[@FilmedByRonya]

Listen to “NYMPHOLOGY” next, it sounds like 3 songs in ONE.

[@royalbee1283]

Welcome

[@Harajukubarbie333]

i was in a terrible relationship a year ago where i was verbally, physically, sexually, psychologically just everything abused and im still healing even tho we broke up several months ago. im going to seek therapy for it because she fucked me up a lot. i relate to this song on so many levels and it has helped me sm especially with all the sexual abuse i went through

[@Keoshii_]

I hope you heal well

[@Lalaisthatb]

Damn. Thats tragic. Hope everythings going alright

[@lizzy1215]

PUSHED MYSELF INTO A BOX WHILE YOU HELD A GUN

[@Keoshii_]

@@lizzy1215 not the time !

[@lizzy1215]

@@Keoshii_ srry

[@ParadoxicalAnima]

Hey Melanie, I just wanted to write out my thanks to you in creating this album. Recently I’ve been going through self in order to find something more magical, and it’s been a rough journey. I’m now finding the beauty in all, pain and happiness, and hearing you sing about your experiences has made me feel less alone. Much love to you.❤❤❤❤

[@ZedTheLegend]

Melanie Martinez, being the undoubtedly purest soul on the planet doesn't seem to get tiring for her. This new music is amazing, Her new style, It's amazing. Honestly I am speechless, only able to express that I adore mel so much.

[@Kloey-pc7qk]

as a people pleaser, i relate 1000%

[@alex_astros]

MELANIE, WHAT THE ACTUAL FUCK THIS IS A MASTERPIECE

[@GBE108]

i cant go a portals somg w out crying this song is amazing 😭😭.

[@ur.fave.Marli1]

@@GBE108 omg same lol

[@absolutely.not.lulu1231]

scared me for a second 😭

[@unboxwithbedo]

Melanie Martinez's new album "Portals" is an absolute masterpiece! Her unique blend of hauntingly beautiful vocals and dark, whimsical production takes us on a journey through the depths of her imagination. Each song is like a portal into a different world, filled with emotion and depth. Melanie's ability to tell stories through her music is unparalleled, and "Portals" is a true testament to her artistry. This album is a must-listen for anyone who appreciates innovative and thought-provoking music. Melanie Martinez has truly outdone herself with this stunning work of art!💗

[@tokii_o1o89]

described perfectly :O

[@Pink_Ph0en1x]

God dang so many loaded words👀 bro put more time and thought into this paragraph than i do to anything💀

[@strongersmarterandbetter]

eh the other albums have been better

[@Pink_Ph0en1x]

@@strongersmarterandbetter meh, their all about equal, plus melanie herself said she prefers this album and some of the songs in it. And i agree with her

[@strongersmarterandbetter]

@@Pink_Ph0en1x that's sad crybaby will never be topped

[@blonde6197]

She has such an amazing voice and the way she tells her story man.. she just draws you in and I love it.

[@Kittypies444]

my anxiety gets really bad sometimes listening to melanie martinez really feels like a hug 🐇💕

[@fluffycat342]

Oh same here!!! I go through lots of anxiety and it is hard to get through it!!!!

[@mayvisquerin5775]

Ik same here

[@zaniahsims]

2:13 her “ow” is so cute 😭💕

[@Amna._.624]

RIGHT👍👍😭

[@yuyi01a36]

anyone else obsessed with the laugh part? with the bass IT HITS SO GOOD IN MY EAR

[@trisyetrisantie1225]

SAME HERE 😍😍

[@TheGuerraBrothers]

THAT'S WHY I LOVE THISSS

[@agenderpersonwholovescheese]

SAME OMG

[@shastamurillo4929]

YESSSSSS

[@Floptropica2739]

fr

[@VD_GRL]

Many dedicate this song to their ex-partner or friends, I'm not saying it's wrong, but I do it with my mother, I'm tired of doing everything and nothing to please her, she loves me when I meet her expectations, but she hates me when I do something bad. She controls me.

[@stormyrose7265]

You aren't alone, I'm dealing with that too at the moment.

[@marga8732]

Me too.

[@Misturi_Kanroji448]

Same

[@madisonreeves494]

Seriously though

[@inferior.d4842]

Same

[@VanessaCree]

Melanie’s music has helped me through some dark situations in my life. I love how her songs talk about real problems in the world and aren’t just meaningless songs that she throws out. They have deep meanings and hit really close to home. I’m so proud of how far she’s come and her music is honestly a blessing. I love you Melanie and thank you for being such an inspiration! ❤️

[@Divine_Chareka]

Can we all agree that this is the gem of this album

[@IHATEONSINGLEPREGNATWOMANPOSTS]

I like death more tbh

[@jayvonrasheed2372]

Powder💁🏾‍♂️

[@Lzh4691]

THIS SONG,NYMPHOLOGY,MILK OF THE SIRENS,EVIL,WOUMB ARE ❤

[@_hyimang.x]

Faerie souriee takes my heart so does womb and nymphology

[@tomo.k4ri]

Everything in this album is a gem tbh

[@MadeleineSnyder-rd4kl]

BRO THE LAUGH 😫 ALSO WE NEED A MUSIC VID FOR THIS, I FEEL LIKE THE CHOREOGRAPH WOULD DEF GIVE OFF MAJOR HSSH ENERGY THIS IS ACTUALLY SO AMAZING

[@toramace3037]

You can visualize the dance so much these lyrics are fucking phenomenal ❤

[@Ohnijon]

0:39 THIS PART----

[@YNtoo]

Fr I see therians under this sound I don't mind cause I'm one too

[@YNtoo]

@the._.c0nt0rt10n1st thats too damn bad

[@YNtoo]

@the._.c0nt0rt10n1st oh sorry for the miss understanding

[@Fresita-pn2rh]

I love that part for some reason

[@martdelrey]

A NON-SKIP ALBUM, THE TRANSITIONS, LYRICS AND CREATIVITY ARE OUTTA THIS WORLD 🙌🙌

[@beabadoobeelovr69]

AGREED🎉❤

[@zedmoyeen477]

LITERALLY BEAUTIFUL

[@bonzo_beanz8087]

POV: When the curtains opened, Melanie was attached to gut like strings and an orchestra began playing around. The strings then began twisting her body in ways she couldn’t even comprehend. Her heart was pounding faster and faster as she struggles to breath as the crowd began dancing elegantly around her. She was so confused on what was happening and she felt her bones breaking inside of her and cried in agonizing pain. She began to feel like she was going to die right then and there but as soon as the last violin note was about to play, the music stops and everyone stops dancing. A red blood cell comes from the organs of the body and says that it is time for them to go. Everyone then began running out of the room leaving Melanie tied. She stayed there tied and tired but then the blood cell came to her and let her out it then told her to get ready. When she asks for what, the cell replies say “ it’s that time of the cycle”. She turns to see a wave of red coming their way. Thank you for reading ❤😊

[@weird_mango42]

im getting deja vu from show and tell

[@imthatkay3302]

@@weird_mango42 The intro music for this song sounds like ballroom dancing which in terms reminds me of the ballroom dancing for Recess.

[@breeadtuwu]

​@@imthatkay3302 yessss just add some "drama club" vibes too and BOOM you got "the contortionist"

[@zeinahobballah4939]

Wattpad writer!??

[@AdamSpence-rj3xg]

Reading this hurt my body T_T

[@radix3033]

My favorite song of the album. If not the best song the album has. Love how her old style is brought up and merges with her now new style. The classical aspect to it with the violins and then the pop side of the song as well, it acompanies melanies voice so perfectly. Playing out loud it sounds good, on earphones or a car with good bass it sounds absolutely amazing. So happy on how far she's come. Musically this is by far one of the best songs melanie has produced. This song will definitely be on repeat for a while!

[@chikensaregood9500]

I don’t listen to melanie (now i will) but this is easily her best song on the album. Everything u described is on point. The production and the classical sound with pop is great! An instant hit

[@ARI3US]

Oh goodluckkk itd a whole experience

[@Jo_littlebear2937]

People saying that some of her songs in portals have the same meaning as her previous songs and think it’s “creative” and “funny” and well it is, but if she’s still venting about being used (as the celebrity she is) in this song it means she still struggles with stuff she vented about years ago. We must defend her!!!

[@BigGiantSigh]

WE MUST PROTECT HER AT ALL COSTS

[@calicosamseak]

I like how portals is deeply related to little creatures(faerie spider leeches nymphology ) and life and death the track order feels like indicating the crybaby's whole life

[@OnPenz]

⁠ I understand, I have been a fan b4 everybody else though and I haven’t been rude but I’m simply not a fan of her new music; and same with all my friends. Her music became slow, and her mask looks cheap, and her perfume honestly is even cheaper. People say that she wants people to forget about their trauma, but it’s like it’s more about her lore.

[@irielais]

cuando escuché el primer sonido, el “aAAH AaAAaAaAAAA”, las voces de fondo, los instrumentos, AMÉ ❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹

[@m3l.ann3]

I feel like all these songs on her album really demonstrate how I feel sometimes 💗 I’m not sure how she does it but she is just so talented at explaining stuff in a poetic manner

[@cyb3rii]

2:44 THE LAUGHS ARE SO GOOD BRO I CANT STOP

[@sweet-guts1376]

Anybody else noticed that "I'm done" sound so much like "I'm dying"? Edit: my theory is that its done on purpose to show how she's tired of changing herself for her partner and dying while doing so

[@nabhanhossain8616]

Wait you're right!!

[@s.d6637]

Omg 😳

[@Giyus19098Hairstrand]

Hold up- 😶

[@bettersleeeep]

wait you ate this

[@qqclownw]

Wait its not im DYING..

[@mox9086]

you can just tell how much effort shes put into this album, we love you sm melanie

[@notme2471]

Why does this hit so f-ing hard 😭 When I first listened to this I was crossing the street and freaking dancing my heart out

[@gabrielilais]

Thank you Melanie for being a magical fairy of the music industry, for being an authentic artist and not conforming to society's standards, you are an inspiration to us. Brazil and the world love you 🩷💕🩷💕

[@Littlebodybigheartsbigfan]

the ‘oh ow’ WAS LITERALLY SO GOOD

[@ashyosings5089]

I cannot wait for the film tying these all together, her artistic talent is honestly so intriguing

[@Hannovah]

I’m scared to imagine the visuals for this coming out- bones snapping, getting shoved into a box ugh but I love it 😩✨

[@toramace3037]

It creeps me out so much my back hurts lol I love it,this songs thrilling

[@Anabis667]

this album is perfect, thank you so much for all that dedication in each song melanie, we love you so much

[@MatheusGBE]

Listening to celebrate one year of the album. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, PORTALS! ❤ Best Melanie project EVER!

[@casadewolf]

Her laugh she uses as the drop tho🤌🏼 Melanie’s voice and music production is top TIER 🖤🥹soo happy she’s back!

[@ShidoDraws]

Whenever she says "i'm done, i'm done" I feel like I'm gonna cry. lmao So much emotions there.

[@mrdrsirmasterlordkingwargodoft]

RUST 2 is what i play here on my english server for english people that like fireworks and babies heads on fire

[@lizzy1215]

​@@mrdrsirmasterlordkingwargodoftbro what does this have to do with the comment ☠️☠️☠️🤔 you must be on the wrong video

[@LizAya22]

I cannot stand still. I am literally pulling at my shirt and body listening to this. Banging to the floor on my knees screaming “im done”. I have no words, this song has me hook, like, and sinker. Melanie you will never fail to amaze me as to how incredible of an artist you are and have become. This is your best song, imo. Truly unhinged and just the best thing I have heard in a LONG time! Keep going on this journey and I will be here every step of the way. Take me and everyone to your world, your palace, your mind and we will accept it with open arms, truly beautiful album and just such a transcendent song

[@taigajj]

the meatriding crazy

[@jjboyyayy]

@@taigajj real

[@egg6924]

I came to this video to see if someone else felt the same way about this song as it made me feel, it's absolutely insane, and one of the most amazing and addicting things I've heard, when I listen to it literally feels physical, like it's not just my ears hearing it but my entire being and body

[@LizAya22]

@Taiga The what? You mean the appreciation for a great artist and their amazing talent? Wdym by meatriding?

[@taigajj]

@@LizAya22 thanks for the correction i made a typo

[@megaspear150]

I may not have been aduse pyshically and mentally isn't something I want. I felt like that growing up trying to "fit in" when really today I should be happy on who I am. Not what I should be, Thank you Melanie for this.

[@Maczcheese]

Melanie is such a creative being, the way she is evolving and growing is so exciting💕

[@Lloydsdarling]

I agree with you, she’s so creative and her aesthetic is literally amazing! ✨

[@Bummie_Bun]

I love the transition from battle of the larynx to this song!! I feel like the contortionist, it symbolize reaching your breaking point with someone who continues to do wrong by you no matter what you do. While battle of the larynx was still trying to please them but it starting to slowly tearing you down.

[@st4rcrypt1d]

fun fact: the violin in the second chorus also plays at the end of battle of the larynx

[@elisep9481]

1:12 I saw a video that was of a Vocal Coach, Tristan Paredes, reacting to this song, and at that part, he noticed that on the word "gun" Melanie was kind of suppressing her voice and going back to the notes before. I think this sort of suppression of her vocals is supposed to represent how people pleasers, types of maskers, or anyone who has to fit into some sort of mold to be accepted (a metaphorical or figurative contortionist), have to suppress their true selves, thoughts, and ideas. It is kind of like the line "Holding back my words until my face is blue." I also love how the vocal suppression is in the line "Pushed myself into a box while you held out a gun." because that line itself represents how the figurative contortionist feels the need to fit into certain expectations and mask, push themself into a box, otherwise their reputation or appearance to someone will be held at gunpoint, about to crumble and die. The vocals in general of that line are kind of like bits and pieces of you trying to assert yourself and use your voice as the line gets more dramatic, like the figurative contortionist starting to break free from their pose/mask, until the word "gun," when the figurative contortionist realizes what they're saying and remembers that people's perspective of them may not be good if they get louder, more dramatic, or if they continue to try and break free, so they have to switch back to their previous positions and suppress their true self. Coming from a neurodivergent masker who's literal contortionist, this song means a whole lot to me and is my favorite in the album. I love how even just small details in the vocals can paint a picture of the meaning. Melanie is very smart with her lyrics and song ideas, and therefore, one of my top two favorite artists!

[@bearisawesomesauce]

Why did I read all of it

[@elidacornejo6744]

Literal, cuando está canción llego a tik tok indicó una popularidad elevada a esta canción y con ello al álbum! Amamos "THE CONTORTIONIST"

[@lllNapplEllll]

이번 앨범에서 이곡이 최애곡입니다... 제발 후속곡으로 활동했으면 좋겠어요. 멜라니가 이곡으로 뮤비를 만든다면 어떤 작품이 나올지 너무 기대됩니다.

[@drizzl954]

This song and lyrics is so relavent to the damages of abusive toxic relationships and the way Melanie has turned it into an absolute masterpiece work of art is everything, I can't wait to see how she makes this music video 😍

[@docpalmerhistorylibrary7878]

Beautiful song

[@luissunset897]

yes, it is.

[@alylovely2676]

How magnificent is this album, the vocals, the melodies, the instrumental, the lyrics and the themes that it addresses in this song such as manipulation, it is A WORK OF ART , MELANIE NEVER DISAPPOINTS

[@jdbungal8298]

This song hits different especially if you’ve been into an toxic relationship

[@tannacordell9765]

The distorted laugh is so cool ❤

[@dejavu2554]

Ugh

[@IIF4NII]

​@@dejavu2554What's wrong with you?

[@rayaa2raww]

@@IIF4NIIi don’t think they meant it in a rude way like in like a “ughh 😩 this song is so good” (unless they did)

[@necoleasia]

Can’t wait for the video of this sooongggg

[@Sylvepup]

Been a crybaby ever since her carousel era and im proud of this woman

[@thekindredstoil]

This might be of topic (I have BPD), & this song is spot on a musical equivalent to my overthinking + intrusive thoughts. It's so layered and somehow she made it so beautiful , love this song, it's actually been helping me🤍

[@melaniefanlmao]

Estoy muy feliz Melanie Martinez Alcanzó una posición alta entre sus viejas canciones, porque ella estuvo trabajando en este álbum durante 4 años, creo. y estoy muy orgullosa de ella porque su voz se ha vuelto más clara y capaz de liberarse de su pasado.

[@ItzCora543]

I love melanie and the way she gives me inspirations so much! ❤

[@pig8105]

if you look from another perspective this song can also talk about the neurodivergent masking "I pushed myself inside a box, while you pulled out a gun" "Never got a chance to undo positions that you forced my way into" I love it!!

[@gordonieves1]

I LOVE THAT AAAA

[@peanut.buhtur]

thays how i see it

[@gloom-ish]

As someone with adhd and a people pleaser this song really speaks to me! 💗💗💗

[@willowthesxmp]

HOLY- THATS SO COOL!!!

[@liz.the.libra8]

*Brilliant perspective!! My mind is blown Rn