Message in a Bottle
by Marie Hopkinson
Song Details
| Duration | 4:04 |
| BPM | 72 |
| Key | A minor |
| Tempo | Slow |
| Genre | Downtempo Electronic / Melancholy Ballad |
| Sounds Like | Sade · Birdy · Sia · Dido |
| Vocals | Female, intimate & haunting |
| Year | 2024 |
Themes & Moods
MOOD / FEEL: MELANCHOLIC · REFLECTIVE · INTIMATE · DEEP · HAUNTING
THEMES: Struggle Song · Depression Awareness · Loneliness · Suicide Prevention · Feeling Loved · Breaking From The Struggle
About “Message in a Bottle”
“Message in a Bottle” is a slow, intimate and deeply reflective struggle song by Marie Hopkinson. Written as a personal message to a friend who died by suicide, the song expresses regret for not knowing how close they were to the brink and the hope that someone else might find this message and know they are loved and not alone.
With haunting vocals and feel in the style of Dido, Sia and Birdy, it’s a melancholy downtempo ballad arrangement, perfect for music supervisors looking for a struggle song or depression awareness song for sensitive mental health scenes, emotional storytelling and suicide prevention awareness in film, TV and commercials.
Lyrics
I wish you’d have known You could call me anytime I wish you’d have known You could tell me what you really think I wish you’d have known You could tell me how you really are I wish I’d have known How close you were standing on the brink Its too late now But I hope someone else can find this Message in a bottle Its too late now But I hope someone out there knows they Can break from the struggle You were loved Even if you didn’t feel it You were loved Even if you don’t think we mean it You were loved You were wanted here It must have been hard Dealing with this on your own It must have been hard Feeling there was no other way to go Did it tear you apart Not knowing where to turn Were you looking for a way to just Not feel the burn Its too late now But I hope someone else can find this Message in a bottle Its too late now But I hope someone out there knows they Can break from the struggle You are loved Even if you didn’t feel it You are loved Even if you don’t think we mean it You are loved You are wanted here You are loved Even if you didn’t feel it You are loved Even if you don’t think we mean it You are loved You are wanted here You are wanted here You are wanted here You are wanted here You are loved Even if you didn’t feel it You are loved Even if you don’t think we mean it You are loved You are wanted here I wish you’d have known You could call me anytime
Ideal For Sync Licensing
- Struggle song and depression awareness scenes
- Suicide prevention and mental health storylines
- Emotional loneliness and feeling supported moments
- Reflective, intimate and melancholy ballad sequences
- One stop clearance, 100% master and 100% publishing control: Marie Hopkinson
If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, depression, or suicidal thoughts, please know that help is available and you are not alone.
Lifeline Australia — Call 13 11 14 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
For more support visit: lifeline.org.au
Frequently Asked Questions – Music Supervisors
Is “Message in a Bottle” a struggle song?
Yes. It is a deeply emotional struggle song about the pain of losing someone to suicide and the hope that others can break free from their own struggle.
Is this song suitable for depression awareness or suicide prevention scenes?
Yes. It was written as a personal message to a friend lost to suicide and carries a gentle, hopeful message of “you are loved” and “you can break from the struggle”.
Does the song deal with loneliness and feeling unsupported?
Yes. The lyrics express regret for not knowing how close someone was to the brink and the importance of letting people know they are loved and wanted.
What is the musical style and vocal delivery?
It is a slow, intimate melancholy ballad (72 BPM) with haunting, ethereal female vocals similar to Sade and Birdy — perfect for sensitive and emotional scenes.