Marilyn Manson

Lyrics

[Verse 1]
Sometimes, I feel I've got to run away
I've got to get away
From the pain you drive in the heart of me
The love we share seems to go nowhere
And I've lost my light
For I toss and turn, I can't sleep at night

[Chorus]
Once, I ran to you, now I run from you
This tainted love you've given
I'll give you all a boy could give you
Take my tears and that's not nearly all

[Post-Chorus]
Tainted love (Oh-oh-oh)
Tainted love

[Verse 2]
Now, I know I've got to run away
I've got to get away
You don't really want any more from me
To make things right
Need someone to hold you tight
And you'll think love is to pray
But I'm sorry, I don't pray that way
[Chorus]
Once, I ran to you, now I run from you
This tainted love you've given
I'll give you all a boy could give you
Take my tears and that's not nearly all

[Post-Chorus]
Tainted love (Oh-oh-oh)
Tainted love

[Bridge]
Don't touch me, please
I cannot stand the way you tease
I love you, though you hurt me so
Now, I'm gonna pack my things and go
Touch me baby, tainted love
Touch me baby, tainted love
Touch me baby, tainted love
Touch me baby, tainted love

[Chorus]
Once, I ran to you (I ran), now I run from you
This tainted love you've given
I'll give you all a boy could give you
Take my tears and that's not nearly all
[Post-Chorus]
Tainted love (Oh-oh-oh)
Tainted love (Oh-oh-oh)
Tainted love (Oh-oh-oh)
Tainted love

Tainted Love by Marilyn Manson is a cover of Soft Cell's 1981 hit, which in turn was a cover of a lesser-known song by Gloria Jones. Released as part of the Not Another Teen Movie Soundtrack in 2001, Tainted Love was later added as a bonus track to The Golden Age of Grotesque album. The song was not only critically acclaimed but also a commercial success, reaching the top-five of several European singles' charts.

This version of Tainted Love features Marilyn Manson's signature sound, with industrial and alternative rock elements. Manson's haunting vocals fit perfectly with the song's dark and twisted lyrics, which deal with a failed relationship and the pain that comes with it. The inclusion of electronic and industrial sounds adds to the eerie mood and captures Manson's unique style.

About Marilyn Manson

Marilyn Manson is an American rock band formed in 1989 by the lead vocalist, Brian Hugh Warner, who adopted the stage name Marilyn Manson. The band's name is a combination of Marilyn Monroe and Charles Manson, which has caused controversy throughout their career.

Marilyn Manson's music is known for its dark, gothic themes that often explore taboo subjects such as sex, drugs, and violence. The band's style is a mixture of industrial, alternative rock, and heavy metal, with theatrical and shock elements in their live performances. Manson's unique style and music have made them one of the most recognized and polarizing rock bands in the world.

The Making of Tainted Love

Marilyn Manson's version of 'Tainted Love' was released on the Not Another Teen Movie soundtrack, which was a parody of romantic comedies of the late 90s and early 2000s. The song was included to add a darker tone to the movie's soundtrack, and its success prompted it to be included on the band's album, The Golden Age of Grotesque.

While Manson's version is a cover, it is far different from Soft Cell's original version. The instrumentation and vocals are much darker and more aggressive. Manson's distorted guitar sound and use of electronic effects give the song a new life that is entirely different from Gloria Jones' original R&B version from 1964. The song's lyrics have been interpreted to have different meanings, but the general theme is about the pain and frustration of an ending relationship.

Marilyn Manson's version was one of the most successful covers of 'Tainted Love,' and even managed to overshadow Soft Cell's original version. The song was praised for its unique take on the already popular song and earned Marilyn Manson critical acclaim.

The Music Video

The music video for Tainted Love features Manson and the band in a creepy Victorian-style mansion surrounded by dancers dressed like dolls. Scenes include a bathtub full of porn stars, an operating table with a model attached, and Manson's arms replaced with drills. The video is dark and twisted, with a mesmerizing aesthetic that captures the song's overall theme. The inclusion of various references to horror movies and German expressionist cinema added to the video's dark feel, making it one of the most memorable music videos of all time.

The music video also features cameos from rock stars Joey Jordison of Slipknot and Tim Skold, a former member of KMFDM, who later joined Marilyn Manson. In addition, some actors from the film 'Not Another Teen Movie' also make an appearance.

Wrapping Up

Tainted Love by Marilyn Manson is a unique cover of Soft Cell's hit song, which adds a new flavor to the original's R&B sound. The song's haunting vocals and industrial music style are a perfect match for Manson's unique style, and the lyrics deal with universal themes of heartbreak and pain. The music video, with its twisted and dark aesthetic, captures the song's theme, making it a memorable experience for fans. Tainted Love has become one of Marilyn Manson's most successful songs and one of the most critically acclaimed covers of all time.

• Release Date: November 13, 2001
• Artist: Marilyn Manson