Satisfaction
Andrew Oldham Orchestra Lyrics
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Satisfaction
'Cause I try and I try and I try and I try
I can't get no, I can't get no
When I'm drivin' in my car
And a man comes on the radio
He's tellin' me more and more
Supposed to fire my imagination
I can't get no, oh no no no
Hey hey hey, that's what I say
I can't get no satisfaction
I can't get no satisfaction
'Cause I try and I try and I try and I try
I can't get no, I can't get no
When I'm watchin' my TV
And a man comes on to tell me
How white my shirts can be
Well he can't be a man 'cause he doesn't smoke
The same cigarrettes as me
I can't get no, oh no no no
Hey hey hey, that's what I say
I can't get no satisfaction
I can't get no girly action
'Cause I try and I try and I try and I try
I can't get no, I can't get no
When I'm ridin' round the world
And I'm doin' this and I'm signing that
And I'm tryin' to make some girl
Who tells me baby better come back later next week
'cause you see I'm on losing streak
I can't get no, oh no no no
Hey hey hey, that's what I say
I can't get no, I can't get no
I can't get no satisfaction
No satisfaction, no satisfaction, no satisfaction
The lyrics of Andrew Oldham Orchestra's "Satisfaction" express a feeling of frustration and dissatisfaction in the face of consumer culture and the constant bombardment of advertising. The singer tries and tries but cannot find satisfaction, whether it be from the radio, TV, or even in his personal relationships. The repetition of "I can't get no" emphasizes the singer's inability to find what he is looking for, and the overall message seems to be a critique of the idea that material possessions or external validation can bring true fulfillment.
The use of the phrase "girly action" in the third verse has been criticized for being sexist, but it can also be seen as a commentary on the societal expectation that men must constantly seek out sexual conquests in order to feel fulfilled. Similarly, the line "he can't be a man 'cause he doesn't smoke the same cigarettes as me" highlights the arbitrary nature of these societal norms and expectations.
Overall, "Satisfaction" is a timeless commentary on the modern human condition and the constant search for meaning and fulfillment in a world that often seems designed to prevent us from finding it.
Line by Line Meaning
Satisfaction
The desire and need to feel content and fulfilled in life.
Satisfaction
The repeated desire for contentment and fulfillment.
'Cause I try and I try and I try and I try
Despite repeated attempts,
I can't get no, I can't get no
I cannot achieve satisfaction.
When I'm drivin' in my car
During my drive,
And a man comes on the radio
When a man speaks on the radio,
He's tellin' me more and more
He is conveying information repeatedly.
About some useless information
The conveyed information is unimportant.
Supposed to fire my imagination
The information is meant to inspire creativity.
I can't get no, oh no no no
Despite the radio's efforts, I am still not satisfied.
Hey hey hey, that's what I say
Exclaiming dissatisfaction and lack of fulfillment.
I can't get no satisfaction
I cannot attain fulfillment.
I can't get no satisfaction
I cannot achieve contentment.
'Cause I try and I try and I try and I try
Despite repeated attempts,
I can't get no, I can't get no
I cannot achieve satisfaction.
When I'm watchin' my TV
While I am watching television,
And a man comes on to tell me
When a man appears on the television.
How white my shirts can be
He is promoting laundry detergent.
Well he can't be a man 'cause he doesn't smoke
The man speaks and acts in a way that does not align with my ideals of what a man should be.
The same cigarrettes as me
He does not smoke the same brand of cigarettes as I do.
I can't get no, oh no no no
Despite the commercial's promises, I am still unsatisfied.
Hey hey hey, that's what I say
Exclaiming dissatisfaction and lack of fulfillment.
I can't get no satisfaction
I cannot attain fulfillment.
I can't get no girly action
I cannot find romantic companionship.
'Cause I try and I try and I try and I try
Despite repeated attempts,
I can't get no, I can't get no
I cannot achieve satisfaction.
When I'm ridin' round the world
While traveling the world,
And I'm doin' this and I'm signing that
While engaging in various activities and signing autographs.
And I'm tryin' to make some girl
Attempting to pursue romantic relationships.
Who tells me baby better come back later next week
Being rejected by the woman I am pursuing.
'cause you see I'm on losing streak
Acknowledging a track record of romantic failure.
I can't get no, oh no no no
Despite my efforts, I am still unsatisfied.
Hey hey hey, that's what I say
Exclaiming dissatisfaction and lack of fulfillment.
I can't get no, I can't get no
I cannot achieve satisfaction.
I can't get no satisfaction
I cannot attain fulfillment.
No satisfaction, no satisfaction, no satisfaction
Reiterating the unsatisfactory state.
Lyrics © Abkco Music, Inc.
Written by: RICHARDS, KEITH / JAGGER, MICK
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