bad guy
찬열 (Chanyeol) Lyrics


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White shirt now red, my bloody nose
Sleepin', you're on your tippy-toes
Creepin' around like no one knows
Think you're so criminal

Bruises on both my knees for you
Don't say thank you or please
I do what I want when I'm wanting to
My soul so cynical

So you're a tough guy
Like it really rough guy
Just can't get enough guy
Chest always so puffed guy
I'm that bad type
Make your mama sad type
Make your girlfriend mad tight
Might seduce your dad type

I'm the bad guy

I like it when you take control
Even if you know that you don't
Own me, I'll let you play the role
I'll be your animal

My mommy likes to sing along with me
But she won't sing this song
If she reads all the lyrics
She'll pity the men I know

So you're a tough guy
Like it really rough guy
Just can't get enough guy
Chest always so puffed guy
I'm that bad type
Make your mama sad type
Make your girlfriend mad tight
Might seduce your dad type





I'm the bad guy

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Bad Guy" by 찬열 (Chanyeol) explore themes of rebellion, empowerment, and self-expression. The opening line, "White shirt now red, my bloody nose," suggests a sense of defiance and rebellion, with the "bloody nose" symbolizing a confrontation or struggle. The following lines, "Sleepin', you're on your tippy-toes, creepin' around like no one knows," depict a mysterious and elusive character who operates in secrecy.


The chorus further emphasizes this persona, as the singer proudly assumes the role of the "bad guy." They reject societal norms and expectations and revel in their unconventional nature. The lines "I do what I want when I'm wanting to, my soul so cynical" highlight their autonomy and perhaps a jaded perspective on the world.


The second verse delves deeper into the power dynamics within a relationship. The singer asserts their enjoyment when the other person takes control, even though they acknowledge that they are not owned by them. It suggests a willingness to submit to another's desires while maintaining their independence.


The lyrics also touch upon the singer's relationship with their mother, who enjoys singing along but would not approve of the explicit content of the song. This aspect hints at a more complex and layered persona, someone who balances rebellion and vulnerability in different aspects of their life.


Overall, "Bad Guy" conveys a sense of rebelliousness and confidence in embracing one's identity, even if it goes against societal norms or expectations. It celebrates the freedom to be oneself, unapologetically.


Line by Line Meaning

White shirt now red, my bloody nose
My white shirt has now turned red due to the blood from my nose


Sleepin', you're on your tippy-toes
You're pretending to sleep, cautiously tip-toeing around


Creepin' around like no one knows
Sneaking around without anyone suspecting


Think you're so criminal
You believe yourself to be a mastermind of illegal activities


Bruises on both my knees for you
I have physical marks on my knees as a result of my actions for you


Don't say thank you or please
You don't express gratitude or use polite language


I do what I want when I'm wanting to
I act according to my own desires and whims


My soul so cynical
My inner self is filled with skepticism and pessimism


So you're a tough guy
You portray yourself as a strong and resilient individual


Like it really rough guy
You prefer things to be challenging and demanding


Just can't get enough guy
You constantly crave more and can't be satisfied easily


Chest always so puffed guy
You always have an air of arrogance and superiority


I'm that bad type
I am the type of person who is perceived as 'bad'


Make your mama sad type
I can make your mother upset by my actions


Make your girlfriend mad tight
I can make your girlfriend extremely angry and jealous


Might seduce your dad type
I could potentially entice and charm your father


I'm the bad guy
I am the person who is considered to be 'bad'


I like it when you take control
I enjoy it when you assume authority and dominance


Even if you know that you don't
Even if you are aware that you don't truly possess control


Own me, I'll let you play the role
Although I am not under your ownership, I allow you to act as if you are


I'll be your animal
I will act wild and instinctual for you


My mommy likes to sing along with me
My mother enjoys singing along with me


But she won't sing this song
However, she refuses to sing this particular song


If she reads all the lyrics
If she thoroughly reads and understands the lyrics


She'll pity the men I know
She will feel compassion for the men I am associated with


I'm the bad guy
I am the person who is regarded as the 'bad guy'




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Billie Eilish O'Connell, Finneas Baird O'Connell

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Sweet

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EXO Kjd

Seriously, i can't get over of this. When the piano, violin come in and withdeep vocie chanyeol this is so perfect and crazy

Lalfaith

voice*

EXO Kjd

@Lalfaith oh right, sorry typo. Thanks for the correction

U Lala

it's not exo if it can't make us prefer the cover version than the original version.

noona petite

it's confirmed. park chanyeol can pull off any music genre there is

EXO Kjd

Beside the chanyeol voice, i really like the instrument aaaaa this is perfect

garamkasar

This is definitely one of the best "bad guy" covers

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