Punk Boy
Ash Lyrics


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(helen love)

Who's that boy with the honey face, looks like he should be sedated
He's all smash and grab in his adidas tags, wound up and agitated,

And I bet he's not a real punk boy
Bet he's not a real punk boy, bet he's not a real punk boy
Does your heart go boom when he walks in the room
Do rain clouds scatter and fall
Do you feel yourself sigh when he passes you by
Or do you grow a hundred feet tall

D'you go bang shang alang, every time you see him
D'you go bang shang alang, every time you're near him
D'you go bang shang alang, every time you hear him

If you don't he's not a real punk boy
If you don't he's not a real punk boy
If you don't he's not a real punk boy at all

Who's that boy with the ocean green eyes
In rough trade every Saturday,
Don't he look cute in his eighties track suit
I wish I hadn't thrown mine away

And I bet he's not a real punk boy
Bet he's not a real punk boy,
Bet he's not a real punk boy at all

Do stars explode when he walks you home, on a cool and clear evening
D'you wanna put him on like your favourite song
Or never wanna hear him

D'you go bang shang alang, every time you see him
D'you go bang shang alang, every time you're near him
D'you go bang shang alang, every time you hear him

If you don't he's not a real punk boy




If you don't he's not a real punk boy
If you don't he's not a real punk boy at all

Overall Meaning

The song "Punk Boy" by Ash, featuring Helen Love, is a peppy and upbeat tune that reflects on the classic image of a punk boy. The lyrics are essentially an evaluation of the singer's crush on a guy who appears to be a punk boy. They are fascinated by his looks, demeanor, and behavior. He wears Adidas tags and an eighties track suit and hangs out in rough trade shops on Saturdays. However, the singer doubts whether he is an authentic punk boy. The song suggests that the true punk boy is only defined by certain characteristics, including a heart that goes boom when he walks in the room, an ability to evoke both admiration and intimidation, and a general sense of edgy energy.


The lyrics are playful and fun, typifying the youthful exuberance and carefree attitude of punk rock, as well as its anti-establishment values. Through catchy and light-hearted wordplay, the song reminds us that sometimes, in matters of the heart, appearances can be deceiving, and that the process of falling in love is all about the thrill of the chase.


Line by Line Meaning

Who's that boy with the honey face, looks like he should be sedated
Ash is describing a boy that catches her eye, who has a youthful complexion, but appears very hyperactive and may need medication.


He's all smash and grab in his adidas tags, wound up and agitated
The boy wears Adidas clothing and appears to be in a frenzied state of mind, full of energy and restlessness.


And I bet he's not a real punk boy
Ash doubts that the boy's punk-like behavior is genuine.


Does your heart go boom when he walks in the room
Ash asks if the boy's presence makes one feel excited and enamored.


Do rain clouds scatter and fall
Ash poses a hypothetical question, asking if the boy has an immense impact that shakes up one's world, like storms.


Do you feel yourself sigh when he passes you by
Ash asks if the boy's mere presence is enough to elicit a deep emotional response such as a heavy exhale.


Or do you grow a hundred feet tall
Ash poses another figurative question wondering if being around the boy makes one feels larger-than-life.


D'you go bang shang alang, every time you see him
Ash questions whether or not seeing the boy sparks a sense of excitement and euphoria that creates a moment of pure bliss in someone.


If you don't he's not a real punk boy
Ash reiterates her previous sentiment that someone who is not excited by the boy is not a true punk enthusiast.


Who's that boy with the ocean green eyes
Ash continues to describe the boy by his piercing green eyes that evoke an image of the sea and its unique colors.


In rough trade every Saturday,
The boy is seen every Saturday in a store named 'Rough Trade,' which may sell music or other items associated with punk culture.


Don't he look cute in his eighties track suit
Ash admires the boy's fashion sense, specifically his ability to pull off the trendy retro look of an 80s tracksuit.


Do stars explode when he walks you home, on a cool and clear evening
Ash asks if the boy leaves such an explosive impact on one's senses that it's like witnessing a breathtaking star exploding in the sky on a beautiful night.


D'you wanna put him on like your favourite song
Ash compares the boy's charm and allure to someone's favorite song that they never get tired of listening to and always have the urge to play.


Or never wanna hear him
Ash wonders if there's any scenario where someone could find the boy unappealing, or if his charm is so strong that it's impossible to ignore.


If you don't he's not a real punk boy at all
Ash concludes that a genuine punk lover would find the boy irresistible, and anyone who doesn't is not a true fan of punk culture.




Lyrics © Royalty Network Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: DAVID JAMES INSON

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Comments from YouTube:

@FifiDebord

Awesome song. Thanks so much for uploading this!

@vieraduka

thanx uploading

@efs120

Helen Love.

@vat_egg

anyone got the original? need more helen love on youtube, please.

@rawhide2803

Ash are a UK band.

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