Angeline Is Coming Home
Badlees Lyrics
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The bathtub virgins in the midnight air
Seem to smile in celebration
What an intercession
All inertia washed away
[Chorus]
Resplendent in dignity
I'd fantasize her clean and home again
The quintessential reverie free of pain
Just to keep from going crazy
While the cracks had claimed her
And how that fantasy sustained
[Chorus]
The beautiful acquaintance
I desired has inspired me
To levels unforeseen
True admiration for someone who's
Made it back from the hell she was in
When do I see her?
What say when I do?
Do I let fantasized ideals come through?
To hear her laugh at my hyperbole would send me...
It's nice to have her home and whole
[Chorus]
The lyrics of Badlees's song Angeline Is Coming Home evoke a sense of relief and joy at the return of a loved one who had gone through a difficult phase in life. The opening lines describe the atmosphere around the home of Angeline's parents, which is filled with a feeling of rebirth and new beginnings. The reference to the "bathtub virgins" suggests a kind of spiritual symbolism, where the act of bathing is seen as a purifying ritual that cleanses the soul.
The chorus of the song celebrates Angeline's return, describing her as "resplendent in dignity". This is a significant phrase, as it conveys not only a sense of physical beauty but also a deeper level of inner strength and grace. The use of the word "dignity" suggests that Angeline's journey back to her loved ones has been marked by a sense of self-respect and a refusal to be defeated by her struggles.
The song also explores the singer's emotions and thoughts about Angeline's return. He admits to fantasizing about her coming back home and being free of pain, as a way of coping with his own feelings of helplessness and frustration. He acknowledges the temptation to hold onto his idealized version of Angeline, but also recognizes the importance of accepting her as she is and celebrating her journey. Overall, the lyrics of Angeline Is Coming Home are a heartfelt tribute to the power of love and resilience in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Her parents house exudes a reborn air
The parents’ house has a new and rejuvenated vibe about it
The bathtub virgins in the midnight air
The usually untouched bathtub seems to be celebrating at midnight
Seem to smile in celebration
The bathtub gives off a happy glow to mark Angeline's return
What an intercession
This is a miraculous occurrence for everyone who knew what Angeline had been going through
All inertia washed away
All the negativity and sluggishness have been lifted
Resplendent in dignity
Angeline is coming home with great pride and honor
Angeline is coming home
This is the main theme of the song; the chorus reiterates the fact that Angeline is returning
I'd fantasize her clean and home again
The singer is only hoping for Angeline to return home healthy and a better version of herself
The quintessential reverie free of pain
The songwriter wants Angeline's return to be pleasant and free from any stress or tension
Just to keep from going crazy
The thought of her safe return helps the singer to hold onto sanity
While the cracks had claimed her
The bad situation Angeline was in almost defeated her
And how that fantasy sustained
Fantasizing about Angeline's safe return kept the singer hopeful and sane
The beautiful acquaintance
Angeline is an attractive friend of the singer's
I desired has inspired me
Angeline's return is motivational to the songwriter
To levels unforeseen
Angeline's return inspired the songwriter in ways that were not expected
True admiration for someone who's
The return of Angeline gained her respect from the songwriter
Made it back from the hell she was in
Angeline's return marked her triumph over difficulties and troubles
When do I see her?
The singer is eager to lay his eyes and meet Angeline
What say when I do?
The singer is just as excited to converse with Angeline upon her return
Do I let fantasized ideals come through?
The songwriter is contemplating on whether to stick to his fantasies of how Angeline should be or take her in as she is
To hear her laugh at my hyperbole would send me...
The songwriter cannot contain his happiness at the thought of making Angeline laugh
It's nice to have her home and whole
The return of Angeline brings a sense of completeness and happiness to the songwriter’s life
Resplendent in dignity
The description of Angeline's return remains consistent to the end of the song
Angeline is coming home
The chorus marks the end of the song and concludes the message about Angeline's return
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Her parents' house exudes a reborn air
The bathtub virgins in the midnight air
Seem to smile in celebration
What an intercession
All inertia washed away
[Chorus x2:]
Resplendent in dignity
Angeline is coming home
[Verse 2:]
I'd fantasize her
Clean and home again
The quintessential reverie
Free of pain
Just to keep from going crazy
While the cracks had claimed her
And how that fantasy sustained
[Repeat Chorus:]
Resplendent in dignity
Angeline is coming home
[Bridge:]
The beautiful acquaintance
I desired has inspired me
To levels unforeseen
True admiration for someone
Whose made it back from
The hell she was in
(The hell she was in)
The hell she was in
(The hell she was in)
Aw, yeah, man
[Verse 3:]
When do I see her?
What's said when I do?
Do I let fantasized ideals come through?
To hear her laugh
At my hyperbole
Would send me
It's nice to have her
Home and whole
[Chorus:]
Resplendent in dignity
Angeline is coming home
She's coming home
Resplendent in dignity
Angeline is coming
Angeline is coming
Angeline is coming home
Hey, yeah
She's coming come
@toniahnr
Still listening to The Badlees in 2023!!!
@tinalovell7989
Same.
@NoFeelinMetal
A jewel of forgotten 90s hits. They were so underrated!
@1959blee
Damn, how did we all get so old? Thank God the music and the hair never does!
@thelastshoegazer4491
One of my favs from back in the day. Been a fan of these guys since the 90's. The guitarist/vocalist (Bret Alexander) actually helped master and recorded bass on my solo album. Great guy and great band. Thanks for the all the feel-good tunes fellas.
@Tamra_77
The Last Shoegazer OMG! Me too! I just randomly did a search for them! My husband and I have seen them quite a few times. We drive (from Wisconsin) to Pennsylvania once to see them. They invited us to a party back in their hotel room.
The tall blond guy... who’s name is escaping me right now... grabbed me and kissed me..stuck his tongue halfway down my throat 😛 we had the best time. So glad I found them.
Someplace I have a poster I took off the wall. 😂
@jenniferhouse4294
Stumbled onto this cd in the cut bin, put it on & it played non-stop for a month. What a gem.
@karlsagan5348
This should have been way bigger than it was. Great song.
@kellytroupe3802
Paul from the band was my neighbor. Pete use to come the salon I worked at to get his hair cut. Use to party with them. Loved these guys.
@TJDST4
Floored by this band ever since first hearing this song on WTPA, The Home of Rock and Roll.