Hed P.E., previously known as (hed) Planet Earth and stylized as (həd) p.e.… Read Full Bio ↴Hed P.E., previously known as (hed) Planet Earth and stylized as (həd) p.e. is a rapcore band from Huntington Beach, California. Formed in 1994, the band performs a style of music which they refer to as "G-punk". Their music is primarily based in a fusion of punk rock and hip hop, but they have also been known to incorporate elements of heavy metal, reggae and other genres. After releasing three albums on Jive Records, Hed PE left the label to record independently, eventually signing with Suburban Noize Records in 2006. To date, they have released seven studio albums, one live album and one compilation album.

The band was formed by rapper Jared Gomes, also known as "M.C.U.D." (MC Underdog), and guitarist Wes Geer, who became friends amidst the Orange County hardcore punk scene. Gomes and Geer recruited guitarist Chizad, bassist Mawk, drummer B.C. Vaught and DJ Product © 1969. They named the group "Hed", which stands for "higher thought". The band built a following with their energetic performances at local venues, and released the self-financed extended play, Church of Realities. Legal issues forced Hed to change their name, adding "PE", which stood for "Planet Earth".

Hed PE signed with Jive Records, releasing their self-titled debut album in 1997. In his review of the album, Allmusic's Steve Huey wrote that Hed PE "[are] rhythmically looser and funkier than many similar rap-metal bands, although comparisons to Rage Against the Machine are still apt. There are some slow and/or unfocused moments but overall, its aggression will probably play well with late-'90s metal and punk fans. "Due to the label's contractual terms and the disappointing sales of the album, the band found themselves unable to repay the cash advances given to them by Jive. Gomes is quoted as saying "We had these romantic visions of the music industry, and we thought it would be cool to be a punk band on a rap label. So we fulfilled that dream, but it was also probably the worst thing that could have happened. We've had offers from Sony and others that we can't take because we owe Jive so much money."

Girlfriend
(hed) p.e. Lyrics

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[Chorus: x 2]
If I was your girlfriend (girlfriend)
Imagine what you could see now (see now)
I want to take my clothes off (clothes off)
Just to have my body hot and ready to freak now (freak now)

Now I don't care what they say
Don't even mean a thing baby

Don't care what they do
Long as you know I want you
It's so hard for me
To stand back and let you get away
Now that you know how I feel for you boy
You can set my body free

[Hook]
Take me baby I'll light your fire
I will be your only desire
(Take me baby I'll light your fire
I will be your number one supplier)

[Chorus: x 2]

You make me feel so good
Won't you come close take my heart away
Don't get misunderstood
I think I'm not ready for you baby
See a girl like me
I never throw my feelings on the table
But, Now that you know how I feel for you boy
You can set my body free

[Hook]
Take me baby I'll light your fire
I will be your only desire
(Take me baby I'll light your fire
I will be your number one supplier)

[Chorus: x 2]

[Bridge]
I said it before I'll tell you again
Havin' to wish I was your girlfriend
Ready or not if you were the one
I'll have you wishin' I was more than a friend
Repeat 2x

[Chorus: x 2]

Overall Meaning

The song Girlfriend by (hed) p.e. is about a woman expressing her desire to be in a relationship with a man and to be physically intimate with him. The chorus repeats the line "If I was your girlfriend, imagine what you could see now, I want to take my clothes off, just to have my body hot and ready to freak now." Essentially, she's telling him that if he were her boyfriend, he could experience her sexually and physically.

In the verses, she acknowledges that some people may disapprove of their potential relationship, but she doesn't care about their opinions. She also admits that she's not used to being vulnerable and sharing her feelings, but she's willing to take a chance on this guy.

The bridge reinforces her desire to be more than just friends with him and to have a real romantic relationship. Overall, the song portrays a woman who knows what she wants and is confident in her sexuality.

Line by Line Meaning

If I was your girlfriend (girlfriend)
If we were in a romantic relationship, the benefits could be endless

Imagine what you could see now (see now)
You could witness all of my beauty and sensuality

I want to take my clothes off (clothes off)
I desire to be free and in the moment with you physically

Just to have my body hot and ready to freak now (freak now)
To be completely aroused and passionate for you

Now I don't care what they say
Other people's opinions don't matter to me

Don't even mean a thing baby
They hold no weight or influence on my feelings for you

Don't care what they do
I only care about being with you

Long as you know I want you
As long as you understand my intentions and desires for you

It's so hard for me
It's difficult for me to hold back my feelings

To stand back and let you get away
Watching you leave would be painful for me

Now that you know how I feel for you boy
Now that you understand my attraction and love for you

You can set my body free
You have the power to ignite my passions and desires for you

Take me baby I'll light your fire
I will ignite your passions and desires as well

I will be your only desire
I will fulfill all of your wants and needs as your lover

See a girl like me
I'm the type of girl who is guarded when it comes to my emotions

I never throw my feelings on the table
I usually keep my emotions and desires to myself

But, Now that you know how I feel for you boy
But now that you know, I am ready to be vulnerable for you

You make me feel so good
Being around you fills me with happiness and contentment

Won't you come close take my heart away
I want you to come closer and take my love and affection

Don't get misunderstood
I don't want there to be any confusion or misunderstandings between us

I think I'm not ready for you baby
I may not be ready to fully commit to a relationship with you yet

I said it before I'll tell you again
I've expressed my feelings for you in the past and I'm not afraid to do it again

Havin' to wish I was your girlfriend
I wish we were in a romantic relationship already

Ready or not if you were the one
Whether I'm ready or not, I know you are the one for me

I'll have you wishin' I was more than a friend
You will eventually desire more than just a friendship with me

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: AL-RAD LEWIS, RALPH MIDDLEBROOK, MARVIN PIERCE, LEROY BONNER, MARSHALL JONES, JAMES WILLIAMS, WILLIE BECK, CLARENCE SATCHELL, NICOLE WRAY

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