Rape Me
[Nirvana Lyrics
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Rape me, rape me again
I'm not the only one
I'm not the only one
I'm not the only one
I'm not the only one
Hate me
Do it and do it again
Waste me
Rape me, my friend
I'm not the only one
I'm not the only one
I'm not the only one
I'm not the only one
My favorite inside source
I'll kiss your open sores
Appreciate your concern
You're gonna stink and burn
Rape me, rape me my friend
Rape me, rape me again
I'm not the only one
I'm not the only one
I'm not the only one
I'm not the only one
Rape me (rape me)
Rape me (rape me)
Rape me (rape me)
Rape me (rape me)
Rape me (rape me)
Rape me (rape me)
Rape me (rape me)
Rape me (rape me)
Rape me
The lyrics of Nirvana's "Rape Me" are one of the most controversial and misunderstood pieces of music in modern history. The lyrics deal with sensitive topics like sexual assault, murder, and self-hatred, which are complicated and emotional subjects. The song opens with the words, "Rape me, rape me my friend, rape me, rape me again." These lyrics are not promoting rape, but rather describing the singer's feelings of vulnerability and worthlessness.
Throughout the song, the singer keeps repeating the phrase, "I'm not the only one," indicating that there are others who feel the same way. This creates a sense of universality and community among people who might be experiencing similar feelings of trauma and pain. The singer is not glamorizing rape; instead, he is using the word to express his anger and frustration with the world.
The line "My favorite inside source, I'll kiss your open sores" is about finding solace in someone who has gone through a traumatic experience. The singer is seeking comfort from someone who can relate to his pain. The last two lines of the song, "Rape me, rape me my friend, rape me again," serve as a final defiant statement, refusing to let his abuser defeat him.
Overall, the lyrics of "Rape Me" are a powerful expression of the singer's emotions and struggles. Through controversial word choice and repetition, Nirvana creates a sense of power in the face of trauma and encourages listeners to acknowledge and express their pain.
Line by Line Meaning
Rape me, rape me my friend
I feel violated and want you to do it again even though it hurts
Rape me, rape me again
I want to feel the pain and humiliation of being violated once more
I'm not the only one
There are others like me who also feel violated and alone
Hate me
I'm not worth love or respect anyway
Do it and do it again
Hurt me repeatedly until I'm broken and unrecognizable
Waste me
I have no value, use me until there's nothing left
My favorite inside source
You are the only one I trust with my deepest, darkest secrets
I'll kiss your open sores
I'll willingly embrace your pain and suffering, even if it infects me too
Appreciate your concern
Thank you for noticing my pain, but there's nothing you can do to help
You're gonna stink and burn
You will suffer the consequences of your actions, even if I won't be around to see it
Rape me (rape me)
The repetition emphasizes the desire to be violated, even though it's wrong and harmful
Rape me (rape me)
The repetition emphasizes the desire to be violated, even though it's wrong and harmful
Rape me (rape me)
The repetition emphasizes the desire to be violated, even though it's wrong and harmful
Rape me (rape me)
The repetition emphasizes the desire to be violated, even though it's wrong and harmful
Rape me (rape me)
The repetition emphasizes the desire to be violated, even though it's wrong and harmful
Rape me (rape me)
The repetition emphasizes the desire to be violated, even though it's wrong and harmful
Rape me (rape me)
The repetition emphasizes the desire to be violated, even though it's wrong and harmful
Rape me
The final line drives home the distorted desire to be violated, despite knowing it's wrong
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Written by: KURT COBAIN
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@yikes6989
by literally, explicitly, “asking for it”, he makes listeners uncomfortable. they know it is an incongruous & strange statement that no one would actually say. the raw discomfort created proves that no one is ever “asking for it”—that phrase is just a way of silencing victims. that’s why the song is powerful.
@comdrive3865
beautiful explanation. Thanks!!!
@ohwellwhateverr
This should be top & pinned comment. You get it.
@lmn6440
i interpret this song as more of a kind of extreme christian attitude of turning the other cheek, like "rape me, do whatever you want with me, you can't hurt me", also it's oxymoronic because you can never technically ask someone to rape you, otherwise it wouldn't be rape but that's just my interpretation
@yikes6989
@@lmn6440 this makes a lot of sense. art can have a billion different interpretations and i think this is one that really resonates, thanks for sharing
@snekgewehr
Damn that’s so deep
@fruityisfruity9608
This man had so much talent. Rest In Peace Kurt
@mgecceb9379
in peace? he must be rocking in the clouds ✋
@janetjuliallantoinca4414
@@mgecceb9379 FRRR
@ps.6023
hes a Buzz Osborune replica