In early 2006, original frontman Darren Miller amiably retired from the band, and was replaced soon after by Jerwa.
The Happy Song
Backandtotheleft Lyrics
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This animosity that I feel for you
Hypocrisy could go on
If this hatred wasn't so strong
You think this song is about you
Well, you need to get a clue
'Cause if you don't stay away
This shining bullet is the final storm that your eyes will see
Wicked jabs at fate will only collaborate a genuine guise of despise
A burn deep inside in which you'll now realize
I gave you credit up 'til this far
You dulled your mind with drugs
And kicked the windshield out of my car
And yet you want another chance
A problematic victim of circumstance
Everything is all about you
Nothing else will do
But soon you will see
You're poison to me
This should have been a happy song
One of those pleasant tunes we could all sing along
Yet you wanted a way for your ego to be displayed
Are you so happy now?
So poorly dismayed
The Happy Song by Backandtotheleft is a song about a relationship gone sour. The songwriter reflects on the animosity and hatred that they feel towards their partner, who they claim is a hypocrite. The songwriter warns their partner to stay away, as they will rue the day that they met them. The song features aggressive lyrics and imagery about revenge, including a shining bullet that will be the final storm the partner's eyes will see. Despite the anger in the lyrics, the songwriter emphasizes that they initially gave their partner credit, but that their partner's drug use and destructive behavior have made it impossible for them to continue the relationship.
The chorus of the song is particularly powerful. The songwriter laments that this song "should have been a happy song," implying that the relationship should have been happy and fulfilling. However, their partner's ego and selfishness have prevented that from happening. The song ends on a melancholic note, with the songwriter asking, "Are you so happy now?" It is clear that the relationship has caused them both pain, but that the songwriter is determined to move on and find happiness elsewhere.
Overall, The Happy Song is a searing critique of a toxic relationship. The lyrics are raw, angry, and at times violent, reflecting the depth of feeling that the songwriter has towards their partner. At the same time, the song is also a warning to others about the dangers of allowing someone to continually hurt and manipulate them. It is a powerful and moving piece of music that is sure to resonate with anyone who has ever been in a difficult or abusive relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Life is so funny but it's true
Life is strange and unpredictable, but that's just the reality of it
This animosity that I feel for you
I have intense hatred towards you
Hypocrisy could go on
I could pretend to be nice to you, but that wouldn't be genuine
If this hatred wasn't so strong
If my hatred towards you wasn't so intense
You think this song is about you
You believe that this song is specifically directed towards you
Well, you need to get a clue
You need to realize that this song isn't just about you
'Cause if you don't stay away
If you continue to be near me
I swear to God, you'll rue the day you met me
I promise that you will regret ever meeting me
This shining bullet is the final storm that your eyes will see
You will face the consequences for your actions
Wicked jabs at fate will only collaborate a genuine guise of despise
My resentment towards you will become more apparent due to the unfortunate events that happen to you
A burn deep inside in which you'll now realize
You will feel a deep pain inside that will make you understand the harm you've caused
I gave you credit up 'til this far
I respected you before this point
You dulled your mind with drugs
You harmed yourself by taking drugs
And kicked the windshield out of my car
You caused physical damage to my property
And yet you want another chance
You still expect me to give you another opportunity
A problematic victim of circumstance
You are a person who constantly encounters difficult situations
Everything is all about you
You are extremely self-centered
Nothing else will do
You only care about satisfying your own desires
But soon you will see
You will realize
You're poison to me
You are extremely harmful to me
This should have been a happy song
I had planned for this song to be uplifting and joyful
One of those pleasant tunes we could all sing along
A song that everyone could enjoy together
Yet you wanted a way for your ego to be displayed
You wanted this song to be about you
Are you so happy now?
Do you feel satisfied now that you've made the song about yourself?
So poorly dismayed
You will soon regret your actions
Contributed by Kaitlyn C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.