After quietly making music for several years, she entered a song in the Queensland Music Awards and ended up winning the pop category. She then began touring nationally and received an arts grant that allowed her to work with producer M-Phazes on her song "Adore." The single was well-received on radio upon release in 2016 and went on to become a Top Three hit in Australia in early 2017.
Shark signed with Sony Australia's Wonderlick label, and her official debut EP, Night Thinker, entered the country's albums chart at number two a few months later. The album garnered six Aria Award nominations and took home two, including Best Pop Release and Breakthrough Artist.
In 2018, Shark issued her first full-length effort, Love Monster. ~ Marcy Donelson
Spits On Girls
Amy Shark Lyrics
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everybody hates that guy
That will be the reason why,
that will be the reason why
Kill of the character, what she say?
What the fuck would she know anyway?
Why would I even buy a new dress, just to impress
Aaaaa, Aaaa
Belive in the power of word and mouth
I know everybody in this town, good luck keeping of on dawn
Aaaaa, Aaaa
And her mother likes a drink
and my heart is always thinking of her
And in case I knew the queen,
I could pull a few stings
If I wanted someone dead,
if I wanted somones head
Aaaaa, Aaaa
Aaaaa, Aaaa
Aaaaa, Aa
Don't be the boy that spits on girls,
everybody hates that guy.
That will be the reason why,
that will be, that will be the reason why
Kill of the character, what she say?
What the fuck would she know anyway?
Why would I even buy a new dress, just to impress
Aaaaa, Aaaa
And my mother likes a drink
and my father is always thinking of her
And in case I knew the queen,
I could pull a few stings
If I wanted someone dead,
if I wanted somones head
Aaaaa, Aaaa
Aaaaa, Aaaa
Aaaaa, Aaa
Aaaaa oh, Aaaaa oh
Could not be toughted,
I gave all your madness away
Millions of people see ---- all day
You know I can love you back,
you know I can love you back
If you like your life, stay of the drugs,
if you like the drugs, share them with celebrities
If you like your life, stay of the drugs,
if you like the drugs, share them with celebrities
If you like your life, stay of the drugs,
if you like the drugs, share them with celebrities
If you like your life, stay of the drugs,
if you like the drugs, share them with celebrities
If you like your life, if you like your life
Aaaaa, Aaaa
Aaaaa, Aa
Amy Shark's song "Spits On Girls" is a stirring and powerful message about the importance of respecting women and standing against toxic masculinity. The song was inspired by a personal encounter that the singer had with a man who was disrespecting women by spitting on them, a behavior that she found particularly repugnant. In the song, she urges men to stop this kind of behavior, noting that it is deeply hurtful and disrespectful to women and that it makes them look bad in the eyes of others.
The song is also a reflection on the power of gossip and the importance of maintaining one's integrity in the face of rumors and slander. Amy Shark sings about how she knows everyone in her town, and how she believes that if she stays true to herself and always does the right thing, the truth will eventually come out and she will be vindicated. She emphasizes the importance of speaking up for oneself and not allowing rumors and lies to go unchallenged, noting that the power of word of mouth can be both destructive and redemptive.
Overall, "Spits On Girls" is a powerful and thought-provoking song that encourages listeners to think carefully about their actions and the impact they have on others. Its message about the importance of standing up against misogyny and toxic masculinity is particularly timely in our current cultural moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't be the boy that spits on girls,
It's unacceptable to spit on girls, and anyone who does that is hated by everyone.
everybody hates that guy
The guy who spits on girls is widely despised by everyone.
That will be the reason why,
The reason why spitting on girls is disapproved of and results in social isolation.
Kill of the character, what she say?
Is it necessary to slander or destroy someone's reputation based on what they say?
What the fuck would she know anyway?
Why should anyone care or listen to what she knows or says?
Why would I even buy a new dress, just to impress
Why go out of your way to impress others by dressing yourself up?
When hope one day it all comes out
I hope one day the truth will come out
Belive in the power of word and mouth
The power of spoken words is strong and can have an impact on others.
I know everybody in this town, good luck keeping of on dawn
I know everyone in this town, and it would be difficult to stay out of my reach.
And her mother likes a drink
Her mother has a drinking problem.
and my heart is always thinking of her
I have feelings for her and think about her often.
And in case I knew the queen,
If I had connections to someone influential like the queen,
I could pull a few stings
I could use those connections to get what I want.
If I wanted someone dead,
If I had the desire to kill someone,
if I wanted somones head
I could easily make it happen.
Could not be toughted,
I refuse to be persuaded or influenced,
I gave all your madness away
I no longer want to deal with or tolerate your irrational behavior.
Millions of people see ---- all day
Millions of people see whatever it is that's in question all the time.
You know I can love you back,
You know I have the ability to reciprocate your feelings.
If you like your life, stay of the drugs,
To avoid ruining your life, stay away from drugs.
if you like the drugs, share them with celebrities
If you really like drugs, share them with celebrities. (Sarcastic remark)
If you like your life, if you like your life
It's important to value and cherish your life.
Aaaaa, Aaaa
These are repeating lines in the song that don't carry a specific meaning.
Contributed by Aiden J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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[Pre-Chorus]
Don't be the boy that spits on girls
Everybody hates that guy
That'll be the reason why
That'll be the reason why
Kill off the character, what'd she say?
What the fuck would she know anyway?
Why would I even buy a new dress, just to impress
[Verse 1]
Well I hope one day it all comes out
Believe in the power of word of mouth
I know everybody in this town
Good luck keeping that one down
[Chorus]
And her mother likes a drink
And my heart is always thinking of her
And in case I knew the queen
I could pull a few stings
If I wanted someone dead
If I wanted somone's head
[Pre-Chorus]
Don't be the boy that spits on girls
Everybody hates that guy
That'll be the reason why
That'll be, that will be the reason why
Kill off the character, what'd she say?
What the fuck would she know anyway?
Why would I even buy a new dress, just to impress
[Chorus]
And my mother likes a drink
And my father's always thinking of her
And in case I knew the queen
I could pull a few stings
If I wanted someone dead
If I wanted someone's head
[Bridge]
Could not be bothered
I gave all your madness away
Billions of people see hell on this earth all day
You know I can love you back
You know I can love you back
[Outro]
If you like your life, stay off the drugs
If you like the drugs, share them with celebrities
If you like your life, stay off the drugs
If you like the drugs, share them with celebrities
If you like your life, stay off the drugs
If you like the drugs, share them with celebrities
If you like your life, stay off the drugs
If you like the drugs, share them with celebrities
If you like your life, if you like your life
@nicod8511
I started going running about a month ago when I get off work with a friend, about 9 or 10 pm.
My foot's injured and I can't walk on it right now, and when I was driving home I realized how much stress and emotion the running let out.
I had listened to this song a couple times earlier that day, but it came on again and I started crying.
Only a couple really meaningful songs have made me tear up (Otherside - Macklemore, etc.)
I don't really know what about this song made me cry, but I think that means you have something really special(:
I'm excited to see you gain the fans you deserve!
Thanks for this experience Amy(:
@KaitlinJL
I'm actually genuinely surprised you aren't more popular... This song is amazing!
@williamTA5
Well I bet you aren't surprised anymore.
@callistacassady2484
Spotify put this song in my Discover Weekly playlist on Monday, and it's been stuck in my head since. Love it!
@imtheawkbird
Same!
@samh8983
Callista Johnson same but like 6 months ago
@mynameisjanedoee
obsessed with this song
@bluephire
This is probably one of my favorite songs since I heard it a couple of weeks ago. Why it does not have more recognition I will never know.
@KeyToSaraBe
This song is literally one of my favorites I can't stop singing it and showing it to literally everyone!
@rosejaggers3310
Thanks Amy! I love when I find a genuine, authentic artist I can listen and relate to. I have only very recently found your music but I know I will appreciate it now, and for many songs to come! Keep on keepin on girl!!!