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"Margaret" is a cautionary tale about the importance of recognizing when a relationship is toxic and being brave enough to walk away.
The song is about knowing when to run away from a troubled relationship. The song starts with Lana announcing that she is writing a simple song for a friend. She describes her friend's encounter with a woman named Margaret, whom he meets on a rooftop wearing white. He is instantly attracted and recognizes that he might be in trouble. He has fantasies of a better life but also contemplates jumping off the building.
The song then shifts perspective to Jack Antonoff, who advises his friends to pay attention to red flags and to leave relationships that are not working. He encourages them to run away like their heads are on fire if they are unsure. The chorus emphasizes the idea that when you know something is not right, you should trust your instinct and run.
The bridge encourages listeners not to give up hope and to keep looking for a better tomorrow. The song ends with Lana Del Rey singing about a diamond on someone's ring, signifying a level of commitment in a relationship. The song's minor key suggests a more melancholic and somber tone, highlighting the pain and difficulty of knowing when to let go of a relationship.
The song features Jack Antonoff under his Bleachers moniker and is titled after his fiancé, Margaret Qualley.
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