Flyleaf - Marionette Lyrics






I wanna cut me free, you want make believe
I'm made of flesh and bone, you wanna take control of me
You wanna dress me up, I wanna feel the sun
You wanna play pretend, I'm not about to bend, you'll see

This is not a game

You want the strings so you can
Pull at my soul and tear me down
You want it all, I'm not your marionette doll
So let me go

I'm taking back the day that you tried to steal from me
I'm gonna make my voice, you'll never get my choice to breathe

This is not a game

You want the strings so you can
Pull at my soul and tear me down
You want it all, I'm not your marionette doll
So let me go

Whoa, let me go
Whoa, so let me go
Whoa, let me go
Whoa

I wanna cut me free, you want make believe

This is not a game

You want the strings so you can
Pull at my soul and tear me down
You want it all, I'm not your marionette doll
So let me go

You want the strings so you can
Pull at my soul and tear me down
You want it all, I'm not your marionette doll
So let me go





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  1. n.... h....

    Better than Androgyny Sturm

  2. N.... P....

    I've never really followed Flyleaf closely but this song played on Spotify and maaaan it is one of my favorite songs right now. I wasn't aware that they had gotten a new lead singer in their later years.

  3. B.... C....

    The rhythm of this song reminds me of The deep end by crossfade

  4. O.... M....

    Essa música me faz chorar 💔

  5. T.... C....

    Saudades de uma época que não vivi kkkk. Muito bom ouvir Flyleaf na voz da Kristen.

  6. P.... B....

    this isn't flyleaf, like three days grace aren't tdg. from 2 band now i have to listen to 2 new band and 2 solo artist that i love and i like all of them.

  7. N.... F....

    The song would remind me the fact that I have a manipulative father

  8. N.... N....

    Fuck she sounds like Lace

  9. B.... ....

    Love it!

  10. C.... A....

    She loves him yes.

  11. K.... 0....

    Nice music

  12. A.... S....

    I wish this song wasn't so good 😭

  13. t.... s....

    In fairness Kristen does an awesome job Lacey's new solo stuff is awesome I personally think Lacey did the right thing I love this song x

  14. A.... D....

    Hino maravilhoso

  15. B.... B....

    More than 3 years later, it's still my favorite track on the record.

  16. L.... S....

    Alguém ouvindo em 2018?

  17. K.... ....

    That s foking amazing bro i love that shit :D

  18. j.... 8....

    Algum BR em 2018

  19. E.... M....

    her voice is so powerful like wow

  20. V.... W....

    amazing artist ❤

  21. S.... T....

    love this song

  22. B.... C....

    she sounds like cassadee pope

  23. P.... ....

    Been a Flyleaf fan since the beginning, but I prefer Kristin's voice to Lacey's. Shoot me now. Sorry. It just draws me in more.

    P.... ....

    PuertoRicanBoi127 feeling the same hahah

  24. Q.... G....

    love this song so much! you have a beautiful voice kristen!

  25. A.... L....

    I have the feeling that the songwriting and execution could use a little more work to do more with Kirsten's voice. Part of the reason we all miss Lacey is because Lacey arrived already in that magic place where she knew how to stand out, not just as a unique voice but in how the songs themselves brought out the best in her abilities. Right now, Kirsten sounds a little... ordinary... by comparison. Her voice is incredibly enviable with a sweet belt and an awesome tone, but right now it's being used like a run-of-the-mill country voice. Flyleaf lost its drive with Lacey, and the songs have slowed down some, and I think that trend needs to be reversed. By all means change the style of the songwriting if it makes Kirsten's life easier and her performance better, but don't throw away the edge this band once had.

    A.... L....

    she left the band and they aren't getting a new Singer so, it's all memories from now on  :/

  26. s.... a....

    I wish lacey strum would come back she was savage

  27. M.... A....

    The first three seconds of hearing her voice I fell in love with it

  28. a.... p....

    Although Lacey is a master, Kristen was also cool in this team. :)

    a.... p....

    Agreed!

    a.... p....

    redsam No one can be Lacey but Kristen does have a great voice too! I just miss Lacey's sound in Flyleaf. Never will be forgotten.

  29. C.... M....

    I just found this because someone recommended and this band are pretty good, I'll be looking out for other great songs like this :3

  30. J.... M....

    Reminds me of my life I'm everyone's play thing and I have no control of my life...: ]  "You want the strings, so you can... Pull at my soul and tear me down.. You want it all, but I'm not your Marionette Doll... So let me go!!"

  31. o.... t....

    lyrics, anyone?

  32. g.... ....

    Good music, but.....not exactly -Flyleaf-.........
    I mean, I of ALL people would understand that a band has to change, and evolve, but............what?

    g.... ....

    I think they should have just changed the name entirely. That way we didn't go into listening to the music like "This isn't Flyleaf."

  33. K.... K....

    I love this it's just so perfect for what I'm going through right now

  34. C.... M....

    Shes not Lacey, but shes great in her own way. Lacey didnt want Flyleaf to disappear to nothing. She passed it on. Sounds great.

  35. J.... I....

    my new favorite band<3

    J.... I....

    Same here :3

  36. S.... c....

    Perfect

  37. A.... ....

    As amazing a singer as Kristen is, I feel like the music Flyleaf is putting out has become generic. I don't think Lacey made up the whole band, but the huge difference between Flyleaf with her and without her is astonishing. This is the only song on the new album I've even remotely enjoyed. That makes me really sad because I do like Kristen's voice.

    A.... ....

    I agree somewhat. Their songs definitely seem less personal now, and more like a deliberate attempt to get on the radio. That said, musically they're just as good as ever.

    A.... ....

    I know what you mean. I love Kristen's voice as well, but some of the songs on this album sound like your average rock song you would hear. With Lacey, Flyleaf had this unique sound. Like with Memento Mori, to me, one of their best albums. It was just so different, yet so good. No hate to Kristen though. I actually really like this song and her voice is so clear.

  38. L.... C....

    Awesome!!!

  39. T.... G....

    I feel as if this song would be perfect for Pretty little liars and how A treats them as dolls.

  40. m.... ....

    I can't tell you how much this song reminds me of what my second ex tried to do..........Now, I'm just glad I'm not his marionette doll anymore! Thank God! God was looking out for me! You have no idea how much the song meant to me! 

  41. B.... S....

    What the fuck is wrong with you people!, you can't deny that Kristen is awesome -_- C'mon Lacey is amazing too and I knew flyleaf with her and used to it with her , we all miss her but that's not mean to hate on Kristen, her voice is awesome and also the way she sings, she's good and didn't ruin the band, I'm not saying she's better than lacey No! I love both,,so please to some people, give some respect,

    B.... S....

    @XxRøck AngelxX True Kristen is awesome as Lacey

    B.... S....

    both r awsome

  42. M.... W....

    As much as i love lacey, no i dont think they should change the name. ONE person leaves the group and everyone freaks out. Sure, she started the band but she didnt copyright the name to just her. If you dont like Kristen May, just don't listen to them anymore.

  43. H.... J....

    Love the new singer

  44. V.... ....

    I love this song. #GreatjobKristenandmeninband

  45. O.... T....

    Great song! Reminds me of Evanescence at some point.

  46. E.... M....

    A song with meaning

  47. R.... S....

    Best song ever

  48. J.... T....

    I love this band even with the change it's still better than any song played on the radios where I live

  49. o.... ....

    and if sang  - this song Lacey ? 

    perfection ; (

    o.... ....

    @scien tist
    The awesomeness of this would skyrocket.

    o.... ....

    @scien tist Sorry, the song is perfection already. Kristen did AMAZING.

  50. J.... B....

    This is a great song, so man songs on this album will become flyleaf classics

  51. A.... ....

    Lovin' this song :D The music sounds like previous flyleaf stuff (a good thing) while still complimenting Kristen's sound (another good thing) and it keeps that great honesty that I always loved about Flyleaf. (that's the best part :P )

  52. L.... M....

    woooow amazing  . kristen's voice is soo sweet and huge 

  53. D.... V....

    Beautiful :-)

  54. N.... T....

    I'm getting chills from this oh my god.
    It's freaking amazing! 

  55. r.... ....

    They sound like Hey monday not paramore.. Anyway this sounds nice, but i cant help thinking there's double meaning (illuminati) to their album cover and maybe their songs now.

  56. R.... G....

    Listening to this, I just can't wait till 48 hours from now. So buying this whenever I can! I love her. I read her interview too. She sounds amazing! Ah, Can't wait!

  57. L.... W....

    This sucks I miss Lacey. This chicks voice sounds like the woman from hailstorm. Oh, what has happened to my Flyleaf?!?!

  58. M.... C....

    Booom esse som hein... Vcs tem que vim pro Brasil

  59. C.... B....

    When I heard this girl sing some of the old flyleaf, I started to hate her. No one can do what lacey did, but this song is pretty good. They're starting to sound like paramore...

    C.... B....

    @Cody Burkhard In no way, shape, or form do they sound like Paramore. What in the hell are you talking about?!

    C.... B....

    @Cody Burkhard i hear the resemblance too

    C.... B....

    @syncta4 They do. Listen to Paramore from way back.

    C.... B....

    Cody Burkhard Before Paramore sold out anyway.

    C.... B....

    Yup. I get strong Paramore Vibes too. Old Paramore.

  60. L.... E....

    Does anyone know the meaning behind the album art?

  61. R.... W....

    As skeptical as I have been... I really like this song and my opinion has changed. I can't wait for the full album release. So excited!

  62. T.... H....

    Kristen has a superb voice.

  63. E.... M....

    Im already thinking of an acoustic version great song

  64. A.... N....

    Love it ^^

  65. T.... ....

    Sounds good! A little to much emphasis on the harmonics in my opinion, but there you go.

    T.... ....

    +ForeverTheEquinox " to much emphasis on the harmonics" What the hell are you talking about?? It's called harmonies!!

    T.... ....

    ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

  66. y.... a....

    i think my luv for flyleaf ended up when lacy left 

  67. e.... ....

    Boehoe the release date of the album in Belgium is November.

    I'm gonna cry till November :( since i'm in love with every song ont the album.

  68. J.... ....

    I like it! I think I might buy the new album.

  69. R.... D....

    Whoever's complaining about Lacey, you guys do know she's a solo artist now, right? If you really love her voice then listen to some of her new stuff while enjoying Kristen too. <3

    R.... D....

    yup! they are both amazing singers :)

    R.... D....

    +blackstar0000000 they are! Lacey could have just let Flyleaf die, but she cared enough for her fans to not allow it. So she found the best person to fill in her place, but all anyone ever is doing is paying attention that Flyleaf doesnt have Lacey anymore. No body really gives Kristen a chance, yet she's perfect..

    R.... D....

    I thought the new singers name was kacey or something

    R.... D....

    Yah this band is lackin now ain't dropped an album in 3 years
    We listened to flyleaf for Lacey they should have just made a new name

    Oh well nobody is fooled
    There's
    "The old flyleaf" and then there's this "new flyleaf"

    Which has some good songs but it's not flyleaf

    R.... D....

    Yor profile picture looks like Ariel Bloomer :p ;) <3

  70. J.... M....

    Getting tired of the missing Lacy comments. I'm also sad about it but I don't feel the need to remind everyone about it on every Flyleaf video. The new singer is fantastic and it would be really good if we could just leave it at that and move on. Honestly, think about how the band will feel if they get nothing but missing Lacy comments every video. This songs great - we should let them know that. Not remind them Lacy has left

    J.... M....

    @Zack Worden I didnt say that - I said I miss her myself but I don't see what it achieves to constantly bring it up on every video. But anyway, the new singer's left as well now.

    J.... M....

    oh alright. i love both honestly, i just prefer lacey :p

  71. M.... W....

    Sound great, and no its not Lacey! guys and gals; Lacey god love her has found another path she has to walk. When we listen to to new music from Flyleaf our statements, comments should be about how well Kristen and the Boys perform. Like i love new Horizons and the ending would have gave me a tear had Lacey handed the mic to Kristen and they both hit a "New Horizons" together a hug and Lacey's shadow fading from the room. But that's just me 

  72. R.... R....

    good!!!!!!!!

  73. G.... M....

    "You want the strings, so you can... Pull at my soul and tear me down.. You want it all, but I'm not your Marionette Doll... So let me go!!" <3 I love i t

  74. A.... G....

    My favorite song from #BetweenTheStars!

  75. G.... M....

    Awesome!!! "Between The Stars" best album ever <3 #FlyleafIsAwesome #KristenVoiceIsAmazing!

  76. G.... M....

    Awesome!!! "Between The Stars" best album ever <3 #FlyleafIsAwesome #KristenVoiceIsAmazing!

  77. B.... M....

    Love this 😍

  78. X.... ....

    i miss lacey. :( but this is still really good! agh flyleaf <3 

  79. W.... S....

    Nice song better than Set Me On Fire...

    W.... S....

    @Wajdi Smirat true

    W.... S....

    Set me om fire is awesome

  80. L.... d....

    First... :D

    Nice song but I still missing Lacey :(