Faith No More - Midlife Crisis

“Midlife Crisis” by Faith No More is a thought-provoking track from their album ‘Angel Dust’ (1992). Let’s delve into the layers of meaning behind this iconic song:

Internal Conflict: The title itself suggests an internal struggle that often occurs during middle age. Individuals take stock of their lives, reassess priorities, and grapple with existential questions. It’s a time of reflection and reevaluation.
Complex Interpretation: The lyrics and music video present a more intricate perspective. Beyond the literal midlife crisis, the song delves into themes of identity, power, and control. It questions societal norms and expectations.
False Emotion: Lead vocalist Mike Patton has denied that the song is solely about a midlife crisis. Instead, he describes it as creating false emotion—dwelling on feelings, inventing them, and exploring emotional complexities.

Frontman Mike Patton has said the song is "kind of about Madonna." He explained: "I think it was a particular time where I was being bombarded with her image on TV and in magazines and her whole schtick kind of speaks to me in that way. Like she's going through some sort of problem. It seems she's getting a bit desperate." In our 2012 interview with Billy Gould, he said the lyrics apply "even more to her today."