While occasionally collaborating with high-profile acts such as Nirvana and Joan Jett, Bikini Kill was well-known for shunning major labels and the mainstream rock press. After two full-length albums, several EPs and two compilations, the band disbanded in 1998.
The band reformed in 2019.
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New Radio
Bikini Kill Lyrics
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Who won't stop pulling her dress up
It doesn't matter who's in control now
It doesn't matter 'cause this is new radio
What the fuck
Is written
All over your pretty face
The gaps in teeth
The dirty nails
Baby boy, you can't kill what's fucking real
Turn that song down
Turn the static up
Come here baby, let me kiss you like a boy does
Woah, woah, woah, woah, woah, woah, woah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Let's wipe our cum on my parents' bed
Come on
The lyrics to Bikini Kill's song New Radio express the defiance and rebelliousness of youth in the face of patriarchal control. The first verse describes a little girl who won't stop pulling her dress up, defying societal expectations of how she should behave and dress. The second verse confronts a young man who symbolizes male power, criticizing his appearance and telling him that he can't kill what's real. The chorus proclaims the power of new radio, suggesting that this new medium of communication and art can offer a voice to those who have been silenced or marginalized. The final line, "Let's wipe our cum on my parents' bed," is a provocative act of transgression and liberation, expressing the desire to break free from social norms and expectations.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm the little girl at the picnic
I am the innocent, playful girl at the picnic who is carefree and unbothered.
Who won't stop pulling her dress up
I won't stop being myself even if it means going against societal norms and expectations.
It doesn't matter who's in control now
The power dynamics have shifted and it doesn't matter who has control now.
It doesn't matter 'cause this is new radio
This is a new era, a new beginning where we can forge our own path and make our voices heard.
What the fuck
What in the world is happening? This is absurd!
Is written
Can be clearly seen and observed.
All over your pretty face
Your face clearly displays your confusion and disbelief in the current situation.
The gaps in teeth
The imperfections in your smile, which make you unique and human.
The dirty nails
The grit and determination in your labor, evidenced by the dirt in your nails.
Baby boy, you can't kill what's fucking real
You cannot silence or destroy what is true and authentic, no matter how hard you try.
Turn that song down
Stop playing the old, tired, and outdated tunes that have no relevance to our new era.
Turn the static up
Turn up the noise, chaos, and uncertainty that comes with starting something new and revolutionary.
Come here baby, let me kiss you like a boy does
Let me show you that women can take the lead and initiate intimacy just like men.
Woah, woah, woah, woah, woah, woah, woah
An exclamation of amazement and wonder at the unfolding events.
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
An affirmation of our newfound power and independence, and an expression of victory.
Let's wipe our cum on my parents' bed
Let's do something daring, shocking, and rebellious that challenges the norms and expectations of our society.
Come on
Encouraging others to join us in this exciting and transformative revolution.
Lyrics © TERRORBIRD PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Kathleen Hanna, Tobi Vail, Kathi Wilcox, Billy Karren
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