Dollhouse (feat. Lily-Rose Depp)

The song 'Dollhouse' by The Weeknd, featuring Lily-Rose Depp, delves into the themes of control, illusion, and the struggle for authenticity. The lyrics paint a picture of a person trapped in a metaphorical 'dollhouse,' where they are dressed up and displayed as perfect, yet internally they are 'messed up.' This dollhouse represents a life of superficiality and pretense, where the protagonist is subjected to the whims of another, possibly a controlling partner or the pressures of society.

The contrast between the imagined freedom in 'some other lifetime' or 'timeline' and the current state of being controlled is stark. The protagonist dreams of a life without 'kings or slaves,' a life where they are not a commodity ('no price on me') or in competition with others. Yet, in reality, they feel like they are in a 'chokehold' and 'blindfold,' suggesting a lack of agency and visibility of their true self. The repeated line 'have your way with me' underscores a sense of resignation to their objectification and loss of control.

The bridge of the song introduces a twist, where the protagonist acknowledges the trauma but refuses to be seen as a victim. This shift in perspective is further emphasized by the provocative lines where the protagonist seems to embrace the dominant-submissive dynamic, asking if they are 'playing' alright, and referring to their partner as 'daddy.' This could imply a complex relationship with their oppressor, where power dynamics and desire are intertwined, or it could be a commentary on reclaiming agency within a constraining situation.