Bad Reputation
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Do you think of me, how I made you scream
It was an all night love affair (are you ready, I'm ready)
Say "Mary go 'round again"
Would a lollipop get ya back on top from the candy man, yeah friend?
Got a hunger for affection, I just can't get enough
Well I read you, baby, like an open book
Now the doctor's in, let me take a look
I got a bad, bad reputation
(I got) a bad, bad reputation
When you step into the spotlight, you're a cherry red machine
(wanna touch you, want to taste you)
Want to kiss you in between
You legs say action, your body built for speed
I know what I do for you, won't you do the same for me
Did I mention my intentions?
I just can't get enough
You can huff and puff, try to blow me down
But the big bad wolf is back in town
Say yeah, yeah, I'll bite
I got a bad, bad reputation
A bad, bad reputation
Ever heard the story (said it's true)
'Bout a travelin' man (he'd been around)
He could have any woman (welcome to)
Palm of his hand (blow ya down)
She could never fight it (no she won't)
Cause you know she needs it so bad, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah...
Bad, bad reputation (repeats)
The lyrics of the song "Bad Reputation" by Damn Yankees paint a picture of a passionate, potentially taboo, love affair. The first verse suggests that this physical relationship is not based on emotional attachment, but rather on "hunger for affection" and the physical enjoyment that it brings. The second verse speaks even more directly about the physicality of the situation, with references to the female body as a "cherry red machine" and a declaration that "your legs say action, your body built for speed." The chorus, "I got a bad, bad reputation," implies that the singer is not particularly concerned about what others might think of this relationship, perhaps because of its illicit nature or perhaps because of his own confidence in his sexual prowess.
The bridge of the song takes a more metaphorical turn, telling the story of a "travelin' man" who has a way with women and leaves a trail of broken hearts in his wake. The implication is that the singer sees himself as a similar type of figure, with the power to seduce and manipulate. The song ends with a final repetition of the chorus, driving home the idea that the singer's reputation is a key aspect of his persona.
Overall, the lyrics of "Bad Reputation" celebrate a particularly masculine brand of sexuality, one that is confident, dominant, and potentially damaging to others. The song suggests that this type of behavior is not only acceptable but desirable, as long as it satisfies the singer's own physical needs and gives him the reputation he desires.
Line by Line Meaning
When you wake up in the morning, and you're lyin' in my bed
When you wake up next to me in the morning
Do you think of me, how I made you scream
Do you think about our intense physical encounter?
It was an all night love affair (are you ready, I'm ready)
We had a long and passionate night (are you ready again?)
Say "Mary go 'round again"
Let's do it again
Would a lollipop get ya back on top from the candy man, yeah friend?
Would a small gesture be enough to get you back into my good graces?
Got a hunger for affection, I just can't get enough
I crave affection and want more of it
Well I read you, baby, like an open book
I can read you like an open book, I know what you want
Now the doctor's in, let me take a look
Let me examine you
Say yeah, yeah, s'alright
It's all good
I got a bad, bad reputation
I have a negative reputation
(I got) a bad, bad reputation
My reputation is quite bad
When you step into the spotlight, you're a cherry red machine
When you're in the spotlight, you're impressive and desirable
(wanna touch you, want to taste you)
(I want to touch and taste you)
Want to kiss you in between
I want to kiss you everywhere
You legs say action, your body built for speed
You seem to be ready and able
I know what I do for you, won't you do the same for me
I have done things for you, would you reciprocate?
Did I mention my intentions?
Have I been clear about my intentions?
You can huff and puff, try to blow me down
You can try to resist me
But the big bad wolf is back in town
But I'm back again and ready to go
Say yeah, yeah, I'll bite
I'm eager to engage
Ever heard the story (said it's true)
Have you heard the stories that are true?
'Bout a travelin' man (he'd been around)
About a man who traveled around a lot
He could have any woman (welcome to)
He could have any woman he wanted
Palm of his hand (blow ya down)
Under his control (can charm her with ease)
She could never fight it (no she won't)
She could never resist him
Cause you know she needs it so bad, yeah, yeah, yeah
Because she craves it so badly
Yeah, yeah, yeah...
Yeah, yeah, yeah...
Bad, bad reputation (repeats)
I have a bad reputation
Contributed by Levi T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Maggie Trayanova
LYRICS:
I don't give a damn 'bout my reputation
Living in the past, it's a new generation
A girl can do what she wants to do and that's what I'm gonna do
An' I don't give a damn 'bout my bad reputation
Oh no, not me
An' I don't give a damn 'bout my reputation
Never said I wanted to improve my station
An' I'm only doin' good when I'm havin' fun
An' I don't have to please no one
An' I don't give a damn 'bout my bad reputation
Oh no, no, no, no not me, oh no, no, no, no not me
I don't give a damn 'bout my reputation
I've never been afraid of any deviation
An' I don't really care if you think I'm strange
I ain't gonna change
An' I'm never gonna care 'bout my bad reputation
Oh no, not me, oh no, not me
Pedal, boys!
An' I don't give a damn 'bout my reputation
The world's in trouble, there's no communication
An' everyone can say what they wanna say
It never gets better, anyway
So why should I care about a bad reputation, anyway?
Oh no, not me, oh no, not me
I don't give a damn 'bout my bad reputation
You're living in the past, it's a new generation
An' I only feel good when I got no pain
An' that's how I'm gonna stay
An' I don't give a damn 'bout my bad reputation
Oh no, not me, oh no, not me
Not me, not me
Victor Quartermaine
When a green ogre with a donkey fight a dozen of knights with some root beer
Cliven Soewarna
Can't we just settle this over a pint?
No?
Alright then! Come on!
David32
Or when Hitgirl flips and spins and murders 15 bullsh1t guys with their own guns.
Nerd Castle
@Cliven Soewarna in Polish dubb it's alochol-free(Beer,) instead of pint and ,, then let the game begin'
Elijah Jordan
I knew this song was in shriek lol couldn’t remember what it was called
Elijah Jordan
Shrek*
Jiltedin2007
Loved going to her concerts back in the 80’s. When playing this song in her concerts she would say “I don’t give a shit about my bad reputation”. 😂
Friedwell Redrickson
XD
Cosmic kat
Brilliant song ❤️👌
Angelo Didonna
This is the theme to every single one our lives . This is a song that you cant get embarrassed singing at the light.