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Sia – Chandelier Lyrics 6 years ago
@[royal_queen_dreamer:31524] Yes, another suicide interpretation. I really do think this is likely its true meaning. Especially after she released Flames years later which is another suicide'ish song... though more about trying to help someone else who is suicidal.

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Sia – Chandelier Lyrics 6 years ago
@[mdreed:31523] I believe this is the most accurate interpretation. I've had plenty of suicidal thoughts in my life. Sia's music just screams suicide. Flames and Chandelier are very suicide'ish.

She is going to live life and try to distract herself from the immense pain. She is actually trying to survive despite her suicidal desires. She is 'holding on for tonight' and living like 'tomorrow doesn't exist' because it may very well not if she goes through with her suicide.

All the drinking and alcohol are just to give her a good time and distract from her immense pain and desire to die.

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