Arrah and the Ferns reformed with a new lineup and are currently based in Philadelphia. They meld many sounds of folk, country, blues, indie- rock, and pop. Their sound is not easily defined as their direction and members have changed a number of times. So far Arrah and the Ferns have released three full-length albums and an EP.
Current roster: Arrah Fisher (vocals, guitar, wurlitzer), Ryan Belski (guitar), Mike Harkness (drums), Buddy Szczesniak (bass).
Emo Philips
Arrah and the Ferns Lyrics
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Now I hate the world,
and I hate you too, she said.
on his myspace?
I think I'll kill myself, she said.
Nobody likes an Angry Angelina!
Nobody likes to hang around a Crabby Christina!
You'll never forget all your problems
if you use hate to resolve them.
You have to let it go
and think of all the good things coming!
OMG! Did you look outside?
I can't believe it's snowing!
Now I really effin' hate my life, she said.
OMG! I have no Valentine!
'Cause nobody loves me!
And nobody gives a shit, she said.
You have to be like a Jolly Josephina!
Everybody loves you when you are a Happy Henrietta!
You have to realize that you can make it better.
Who cares about the weather
when you know it's going to change tomorrow?
Bratty Brenda, Mean Melissa,
Why you gotta be so mean?
Jealous Jody, Catty Cathy,
We don't want you on our team!
Too Cool Carol, Sour Sarah,
Why you gotta be so snotty?
Hateful Heather, Bully Brittney,
We don't want you at our party!
The song "Emo Philips" by Arrah and the Ferns is a commentary on the culture of anger and hate that has become normalized in our society. It tells the story of a girl who has just gone through a breakup and is consumed by hatred and despair. She hates everything and everyone, including her friend who is trying to console her. This kind of anger is not productive and only leads to more pain and suffering, which is the message the song is trying to convey.
The chorus of the song turns the focus onto wider society, stating that "Nobody likes an Angry Angelina! Nobody likes to hang around a Crabby Christina! You'll never forget all your problems if you use hate to resolve them." The message seems to be that we need to move away from this culture of hatred and instead focus on positivity and the good things in life. We need to be like "Happy Henrietta" and "Jolly Josephina", spreading joy wherever we go.
Line by Line Meaning
OMG! He broke up with me!
Oh my god! He ended our relationship! Now I despise the whole world and even hate you!
OMG! Tell me who's that girl on his myspace? I think I'll kill myself, she said.
Oh my god! Who is that girl on his MySpace profile? I feel miserable and want to end my life!
Nobody likes an Angry Angelina! Nobody likes to hang around a Crabby Christina! You'll never forget all your problems if you use hate to resolve them. You have to let it go and think of all the good things coming!
No one wants to be around an angry person. You can't solve all your issues by holding grudges. You need to let go and focus on positive things to move on.
OMG! Did you look outside? I can't believe it's snowing! Now I really effin' hate my life, she said.
Oh my god! Have you seen the weather? I can't believe it's snowing! Now I completely dislike my situation and my life.
OMG! I have no Valentine! 'Cause nobody loves me! And nobody gives a shit, she said.
Oh my god! I don't have a Valentine! No one loves me and no one cares about me.
You have to be like a Jolly Josephina! Everybody loves you when you are a Happy Henrietta! You have to realize that you can make it better. Who cares about the weather when you know it's going to change tomorrow?
You need to have a positive attitude like Jolly Josephina. Everyone likes Happy Henrietta. You can improve your situation by changing your outlook. And why worry about the weather? It won't stay the same.
Bratty Brenda, Mean Melissa, Why you gotta be so mean? Jealous Jody, Catty Cathy, We don't want you on our team! Too Cool Carol, Sour Sarah, Why you gotta be so snotty? Hateful Heather, Bully Brittney, We don't want you at our party!
Why are Bratty Brenda and Mean Melissa so unpleasant? We don't want Jealous Jody or Catty Cathy to join us. And why is Too Cool Carol acting snobbish? We also dislike Hateful Heather and Bully Brittney, and they are not invited to our party!
Contributed by Chloe B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@vacantly
remembered this song after seeing a tweet by emo phillips or someone using his likeness. really great and underrated song even now. the singers voice is so nice
@richardhehd
dude an outdoor concert like this looks cool as shit. i wish they were still around :(
@idledevils
i have a secret crush on arrah oops.....