Born to Die

A true tale

Born to Die

Addiction reflected in a haunting voice,

drinking alone in the drowning pool

of the wilderness years.

A young girl lost and friendless

and in love with the excitement

of her dark side.

A place where alcohol defined

each waking breath,

each empty, lonely

beat of her heart.

 

31/05/15

Reviews

[~]

Wow, a very good portrayal of Lana's life. I like how you used the title of her song to bring about her tale. Well done! :D

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Thank you MS. This was her early years and the song is in fact based on what she called her 'wilderness years'. I have used her own words mostly in this piece.

[Nadia Gerassimenko]

John, this is hauntingly breathtaking. You really captured Lana's outer persona in such profound depth. Thank you so much for joining the contest!

[John Alexander McFadyen]

My pleasure my lady; many thanks.

[wordman]

a sad situation when the vices of life seem to dominate us,and it`s usually some of our most talented

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Yes Amy Winehouse, Courtney Love etc. Thank you WM.

[wordman]

you`re welcome,i see your back

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Yes three wonderful weeks in Malta now over!

[wordman]

well vacations are great but they end and the grime starts allover

[jacob erin-cilberto]

this reminds me of a friend of mine...

it took her over...demanded, was her lover...and what was left, emptiness.

[John Alexander McFadyen]

So so sad Jacob. This is the true story of Lana Del Rey (Lizzie Grant). Many thanks.

[ANTO]

I imagined the life of Amy Winehouse here (after she became famous) John with the darkness that was inescapable.
"...drinking alone in the drowning pool..." - affecting words.
You're back, aren't you?

super piece of writing my friend.

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Lana Del Ray and Amy Winehouse and Courtney Love have all had similar experiences. Thank you so much Anto.

[ANTO]

It the dark side to the bright they bring into lives. A horrible dichotomy.
YVW John .