My Conviction
Andy Forray Lyrics
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teenagers and say kids, be free, be whatever you are, do whatever you
want to do, just so long as you don't hurt anybody. And remember kids,
I am your friend.
I would just like to say that it is my conviction
That longer hair and other flamboyant affectations
Of appearance are nothing more
Into the gaudy plumage
Which is the birthright of his sex
There is a peculiar notion that elegant plumage
And fine feathers are not proper for the male
When ac------tually
That is the way things are
In most species
The opening lines of Andy Forray's song, My Conviction, are spoken by an unknown speaker, who expresses his or her wish that all mothers and fathers would tell their children to be free and true to themselves as long as they don't harm anyone else. The singer then goes on to talk about his/her conviction regarding male flamboyant affectations, like longer hair, which are in fact an emergence from drab camouflage to alluring plumage. The singer argues that the male's right to dress and present himself in a flamboyant or attractive manner is undeniable, and denying it is a peculiar notion. The singer further affirms that the plumes of elegance and beauty are natural and proper for males in most species.
The song My Conviction, therefore, seems to be a commentary on societal norms and expectations, specifically with regard to masculinity and male appearance. The lyrics appear to challenge the idea that men should be bland, colourless, and unadorned as a way of showing masculinity. Instead, the song suggests that flamboyance and beauty are natural and rightful expressions for males too. It is, therefore, a call for individuals to embrace and express their authentic selves no matter how unconventional it may seem.
Line by Line Meaning
I would just like to say that it is my conviction
I want to express my strong belief
That longer hair and other flamboyant affectations
Men's longer hair and other bold style choices
Of appearance are nothing more
In terms of outward appearance, they simply serve to
Than the male's emergence from his drab camouflage
Highlight the fact that men have been hiding their true selves
Into the gaudy plumage
By showing their true personality more vibrantly
Which is the birthright of his sex
Men have the right to express themselves in this way
There is a peculiar notion that elegant plumage
Some people believe that extravagant appearances
And fine feathers are not proper for the male
Are not suitable for men
When actually
In reality,
That is the way things are
This expression of individuality is natural and common
In most species
Throughout the animal kingdom.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GALT MAC DERMOT, GEROME RAGNI, JAMES RADO
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Brian Kozenek
on Drac's Back
Theyre easy pickins at the discotech
I leave em feelin like theyve been in a wreck
You know they wake up all wasted and they never ever check
Those two small holes that I leave in their neck
Well if they were wise they would soon realize
theyre not hung over theyre just vampirized
cuz Drac’s back
I wanna suck your
Oooooh Dracula
I’m gonna wait for you on Saturday night
I’m gonna give your neck a great big bite
You try to find me in the mirror and I’m nowhere in sight
When you wake up sunday you will look a terrible fright
And when the medical team, arrives on the scene
And diagnose what bit you everybody will scream
Drac’s back
I wanna suck your
Oooooh, Dracula
(Solo)
Well if they were wise they would soon realize
Theyre not hung over theyre just vampirized
Cuz Drac’s back
I wanna suck your
Ooooooh Dracula
Now heres a tip if you are out chasing me
I close the clubs because my drinks are all free
And when the sun is dawning thats when I have to flee
You can catch me at my coffin about 5:23
Now if you were smart and feelin up to the part
You best come looking with a stake for my heart
Cuz Drac’s back
I wanna suck your
Ooooooh Dracula
I went to New York City once to make my mark
I checked into the waldorf in the name of Count Choc
I used to prowl the city when it was dark
Til one night someone mugged me out in central park Now I had to go away, for many a day
But I’m such a nifty healer that I’m still here to say
Drac’s back
I wanna suck your
Ooooooh Dracula