Recently, Madonna created some buzz when she mentioned “Molly” at Miami’s Ultra Music Festival. Madonna shouted to the audience, “How many people in the crowd have seen Molly?” Madonna was talking about the song “Have You Seen Molly?” by Cedric Gervais. However, “Molly” is also a nickname for MDMA. Many news outlets reported that the legendary pop singer was talking about drugs, not the song. Madonna responded by saying, “I don't support drug use and I never have.”
All About Molly
We were happy to hear that Madonna doesn’t encourage her fans to use MDMA, because it’s a very dangerous drug. MDMA is manmade—similar to the stimulant methamphetamine. It’s commonly used at dance clubs and concerts, and can make people feel like they have more energy and less fear. But the myths about MDMA being pure and safe are definitely not true.
Let us introduce you to the real Molly.
- Molly Is Often Mixed Up. MDMA is a synthetic drug, meaning that it’s made of chemicals. It comes in colorful pills, tablets, or capsules that sometimes have cartoon-like images on them. Sometimes each pill, or batch of pills, can have different combinations of substances in the mix and cause unknown consequences.
- Molly Makes You Hyper. People who use MDMA might feel very alert, or “hyper.” But MDMA can also cause muscle cramping, nausea, blurred vision, increased heart rate and blood pressure—and in rare cases, hyperthermia and even death.
- Molly Can Depress You. Potential side effects of MDMA include feelings of sadness, anxiety, depression, and memory difficulties. These can last for several days to a week (or longer in people who use it regularly).
- Molly Is Dangerous. MDMA can be extremely dangerous in high doses—increasing the risk of seizures and compromising the heart's ability to maintain its normal rhythms. A study in animals showed that exposure to high doses of MDMA for 4 days produced brain damage that could still be seen 6 to 7 years later.
Ecstasy and MDMA Use Is Rising
Despite these harmful consequences, NIDA’s Monitoring the Future study shows that past-year Ecstasy use is up significantly among college students and young adults age 19–28. Another report shows that emergency room visits related to Ecstasy increased nearly 123% from 2004 to 2009; two-thirds of these visits involved 18–29 year olds. This is troubling news, since we’re still learning how Ecstasy affects the brain.
Tell us what you think of Madonna’s “Molly” mix-up. If Madonna’s comment had been referring to drug use, would that change your opinion of her? Are you more likely to buy her album “MDNA” (coincidentally similar to MDMA) since hearing about this in the news? Let us know in the comments.
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wow...
I do think Madonna was talking about the drug MDMA, and she is trying to cover it up. I would say that it is a well know fact that alot of famous people(not all) do use drugs because they are so readily available to them. So I would say since she was at a dance club, and give the name of her latest album, she was talking about MDMA.
@cece Using molly, a nickname for MDMA, is both illegal and can be dangerous. To learn more about the facts of MDMA visit: http://teens.drugabuse.gov/drug-facts/ecstasy-mdma. There are many ways to have fun with your friends without using illegal drugs.
Below please find a summary of the common effects of MDMA.
For most people, a “hit” of MDMA lasts for 3 to 6 hours. Once the pill is swallowed, it takes only about 15 minutes for MDMA to enter the bloodstream and reach the brain. About 45 minutes later, the person experiences MDMA's “high.” That’s when the drug is at its peak level. People who use MDMA might feel very alert, or “hyper,” at first. Some lose a sense of time and experience other changes in perception, such as an enhanced sense of touch. Others experience negative effects right away. They may become anxious and agitated. Sweating or chills may occur, and people may feel faint or dizzy.
MDMA can also cause muscle tension, nausea, blurred vision, and increased heart rate and blood pressure. Forceful clenching of the teeth can occur, and individuals at clubs have been known to chew on pacifiers to relieve some of the tension.
But it doesn't stop there. Even if a person takes only one pill, the side effects of MDMA—including feelings of sadness, anxiety, depression, and memory difficulties—can last for several days to a week (or longer in people who use MDMA regularly).
@cece Using molly, a nickname for MDMA, is both illegal and can be dangerous. To learn more about the facts of MDMA visit: http://teens.drugabuse.gov/drug-facts/ecstasy-mdma. There are many ways to have fun with your friends without using illegal drugs.
Below please find a summary of the common effects of MDMA.
For most people, a “hit” of MDMA lasts for 3 to 6 hours. Once the pill is swallowed, it takes only about 15 minutes for MDMA to enter the bloodstream and reach the brain. About 45 minutes later, the person experiences MDMA's “high.” That’s when the drug is at its peak level. People who use MDMA might feel very alert, or “hyper,” at first. Some lose a sense of time and experience other changes in perception, such as an enhanced sense of touch. Others experience negative effects right away. They may become anxious and agitated. Sweating or chills may occur, and people may feel faint or dizzy.
MDMA can also cause muscle tension, nausea, blurred vision, and increased heart rate and blood pressure. Forceful clenching of the teeth can occur, and individuals at clubs have been known to chew on pacifiers to relieve some of the tension.
But it doesn't stop there. Even if a person takes only one pill, the side effects of MDMA—including feelings of sadness, anxiety, depression, and memory difficulties—can last for several days to a week (or longer in people who use MDMA regularly).
@cece Using molly, a nickname for MDMA, is both illegal and can be dangerous. To learn more about the facts of MDMA visit: http://teens.drugabuse.gov/drug-facts/ecstasy-mdma. There are many ways to have fun with your friends without using illegal drugs.
Below please find a summary of the common effects of MDMA.
For most people, a “hit” of MDMA lasts for 3 to 6 hours. Once the pill is swallowed, it takes only about 15 minutes for MDMA to enter the bloodstream and reach the brain. About 45 minutes later, the person experiences MDMA's “high.” That’s when the drug is at its peak level. People who use MDMA might feel very alert, or “hyper,” at first. Some lose a sense of time and experience other changes in perception, such as an enhanced sense of touch. Others experience negative effects right away. They may become anxious and agitated. Sweating or chills may occur, and people may feel faint or dizzy.
MDMA can also cause muscle tension, nausea, blurred vision, and increased heart rate and blood pressure. Forceful clenching of the teeth can occur, and individuals at clubs have been known to chew on pacifiers to relieve some of the tension.
But it doesn't stop there. Even if a person takes only one pill, the side effects of MDMA—including feelings of sadness, anxiety, depression, and memory difficulties—can last for several days to a week (or longer in people who use MDMA regularly).
I think she was confused
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i think she would do anything in order to stay youth and attract them. I am defenetly not a fan anymore.
probaly was talking bout the song
wether she was talking about the drug or not people have the ability to chose to do acts of drugs ect. or not. it doesnt take one artist to say molly and be promoting that drug. people will do it regardless. yes molly is known for mdma but were is everyone when half the r&b, pop and rap artist are talking about sex,alcohol and drugs? isnt that just as bad?
Definately talking about MDMA there's no way she was at ultra and wasn't talking about the drug
For Year madonna had inspire sex, drugs and many other things....it is no surprise if she did mention Molly as the drug and cover it up with ohhhh nooo is about the song....people need to wake up and see things for what they are not what you make of them... drugs are taking over our future generation and some parents dont seem to care.. all this entertaiment people saddlly have the influence to guide kids to kill, hurt and become nothing better in their life.
when did she say this i am doin a progect on molly.
will everyone shut up about it we all no that madonna is a druggy and we no she was talking about molly in the song but who really cares there are way worst songs then this and u dont see people complaining about them now do u ?? enuf said
Wow is all I have 2 say
When you say, "MDMA is a synthetic drug, meaning that it’s made of chemicals."
This is just incorrect. MDMA (3,4-methylenedioxy-N-methylamphetamine), is one chemical. So pure MDMA is not a mixture.
Saying that something is a synthetic drug does not mean it is made of chemicals. A synthetic drug is one that is synthesized from chemical precursors, and not found in nature. Some drugs can be naturally occurring and can be synthesized. A good example is cocaine, which is made from coca plants found in nature... or can be made synthetically in a laboratory setting.
And let us all keep in mind that the four base pairs that make up our DNA are chemicals, so its a bit unfair to use the word "chemical" with a negative connotation.
Dear author, please know what you are talking about before you write something down.
- A chemist.
Yes, MDMA is a single chemical. BUT the pills sold as MDMA (or ecstasy) rarely contain just MDMA. Test results range widely – but, on average, only about a quarter contain just MDMA – and almost half don’t contain any MDMA at all!
@Tom MDMA, also known as Ecstasy or Molly, can pack a punch. Since it's man-made (not a plant), you never know exactly what's in it. Users may end up with long-lasting confusion and depression and trouble with attention and memory. For more info about the effects of MDMA, check the facts here: http://teens.drugabuse.gov/drug-facts/ecstasy-mdma
Duh of course she was talking about drugs! Shes a druggie herself! She was at a club saying Molly when Molly is a "club-drug"! But, it doesn't matter at the end of the day drugs are illegal,life ruining, and expensive little things. But hey if they got the money to buy it, and they want to ruin their body and brain then fine who are we to judge by sitting here talking about some lame pop singer as if we know her and what she's been through? I say yes she was talking about MDMA and her album MDNA is not just a coincidince! But, just leave the chick alone! [deleted, inappropriate comment, per guidelines].
@Trey Hi Trey,
Believe me, it is good you've stopped smoking loud (strong marijuana). When a drug is the only thing in a person's life that makes them feel good inside (as you put it), it's a sign they are becoming addicted. If you were smoking loud every day, you likely were becoming dependent on it, and that's why it feels so bad right now to not be smoking it. People who smoke lots of marijuana at your age, even when they don't get addicted, alter their brain development and set themselves up for all kinds of failure at school and in life. Molly (MDMA, or ecstasy) can also screw up your brain. People make it sound fun, but some users wind up with long-lasting confusion and depression and trouble with attention and memory.
Drugs seem like shortcuts to happiness, but they are traps that can make you less happy in the long run.
For more on marijuana, see our booklet Marijuana<http://www.drugabuse.gov/sites/default/files/teens_marijuana_brochure.pdf> Facts for Teens<http://www.drugabuse.gov/sites/default/files/teens_marijuana_brochure.pdf>. For more on "molly," click on our Drug Facts: <http://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/mdma-ecstasy> MDMA<http://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/mdma-ecstasy>.
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