Tomato Quote by REM
“She's a sad tomato, she's three miles of bad road.”
About This Quote
Source Song: "The Sad Tomato" by REM, 1992
The lyric uses vivid metaphor to describe someone as broken and troubled, likening them to a wilted tomato and a difficult path.
In simple terms: A troubled person is likened to a bad road and a sad tomato.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address personal struggles.
Themes
metaphor
despair
self‑image
Mood
melancholic
introspective
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- mental health
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
psychology
poetry
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the 'sad tomato' symbolize for you?
- How can you help someone on a 'bad road'?
A Different Perspective
Metaphors can oversimplify complex issues.
