"Dollhouse" is a song by Tyler Joseph, the lead vocalist of the American band Twenty One Pilots. The lyrics depict a story of a dysfunctional family and their hidden secrets, using a metaphor of a dollhouse. The song opens with Tyler wondering what it feels like to be trapped in a dollhouse, suggesting that something feels off or wrong in this scenario. He hints at a mysterious secret that is being kept within the dollhouse. The next verse is delivered by Jocef Michael, who adds to the narrative. He addresses a woman, possibly the mother figure in the dollhouse, warning her about being shady and doing too much. He implies that if she doesn't pay someone back, her husband will find out. The lyrics suggest that the woman may have feelings for a doctor, causing real drama within the dollhouse. Tyler then takes over the vocals again, expressing his disdain for the dollhouse. He compares it to being trapped and suffocated, referencing Torvald Helmer, a character from the play "A Doll's House" by Henrik Ibsen. He adds that the situation in the dollhouse is a tragic story, echoing the themes presented in the play. The lyrics continue to criticize the characters and their relationships within the dollhouse, suggesting that their actions aren't what they appear to be. Tyler implies that there are hidden dynamics and secrets within the dollhouse that may be scandalous or morally questionable. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the unsettling feeling within the dollhouse. Through the metaphor of a dollhouse, Tyler Joseph explores themes of deception, confinement, and hidden truths within relationships and family dynamics.
