Macho man
Brother Jerome Lyrics
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It seems to me: That our problems have a common theme
You see this culture that we've built it tells us who we ought to be
So how we act and look and feel's clouded by masculinity
Don't let your given label define your identity
As for me...
I don't wanna be no macho man had enough of this pride
There ain't gunna be no winner, no one's giving out no prize
Instead let's focus on the love and breeding positivity
A man is walking down the street: Oh no!
He has a mean look upon his face, he knows
That he's perpetuating fear although
It's only to compensate for the neglect that he can't tolerate
Fear and hate mixing with some insecurity
So he finds a ruse to hide behind so many cannot see
The pain he buries deep inside, It's real subconsciously
Oh even he...
Don't wanna be no macho man had enough of this pride
There ain't gunna be no winner, no one's giving out no prize
Don't be no macho man feeding toxicity
Instead let's focus on the love and breeding positivity
The lyrics to Brother Jerome's song "Macho Man" explore the societal pressure and expectations placed on individuals, particularly men, to conform to a specific idea of masculinity. The song suggests that this culture of masculinity has led to problems and a lack of genuine connection and understanding between people. The lyrics challenge the notion that one's label or societal expectations should define their identity.
The first verse highlights how the cultural narrative dictates how one should act, look, and feel, but notes that this perspective is clouded by masculinity. It encourages individuals to not let their given label define who they are. The chorus expresses the artist's rejection of the macho man archetype, emphasizing that there is no prize or benefit in perpetuating toxic behavior. Instead, the focus should be on love and breeding positivity.
The second verse zooms in on an individual walking down the street who is deeply influenced by fear, hate, and insecurity. It suggests that this person takes on a mean look and perpetuates fear as a way to compensate for the neglect or emotional pain they cannot tolerate. The verse challenges this person's behavior and implies that even they would benefit from rejecting the macho man persona and embracing love and positivity.
Overall, the lyrics of "Macho Man" call for a rejection of toxic masculinity and the need to focus on love, understanding, and positive interactions instead.
Line by Line Meaning
Can it be? That there's more to it than we can see
Is it possible that there is a deeper meaning or understanding beyond what is apparent?
It seems to me: That our problems have a common theme
It appears to me that our issues share a common underlying cause or connection.
You see this culture that we've built it tells us who we ought to be
The society we have constructed dictates the ideal image and behavior we should adopt.
So how we act and look and feel's clouded by masculinity
Our actions, appearances, and emotions are influenced and obscured by the expectations placed upon us as men.
Don't let your given label define your identity
Do not allow the label assigned to you to determine your true sense of self.
As for me...
Speaking personally, from my own perspective...
I don't wanna be no macho man had enough of this pride
I do not wish to conform to the stereotypical macho man image as I have grown weary of its associated arrogance.
There ain't gunna be no winner, no one's giving out no prize
There will be no victorious outcome, as there is no reward or recognition to be gained.
Don't be no macho man feeding toxicity
Avoid embodying the macho man persona that contributes to negativity and harmful behavior.
Instead let's focus on the love and breeding positivity
Rather, we should prioritize spreading love and cultivating an environment of positivity.
A man is walking down the street: Oh no!
Picture a man strolling along the street, and suddenly, an expression of concern arises.
He has a mean look upon his face, he knows
He wears a hostile expression, fully aware of his own intentions.
That he's perpetuating fear although
He is knowingly contributing to the sustenance of fear, even though
It's only to compensate for the neglect that he can't tolerate
This behavior is merely a way to make up for the lack of care he cannot endure.
Fear and hate mixing with some insecurity
A blend of fear, hatred, and insecurities intertwine within him.
So he finds a ruse to hide behind so many cannot see
Therefore, he seeks a deceptive facade to conceal his true self from the prying eyes of many.
The pain he buries deep inside, It's real subconsciously
This pain that he conceals deep within his subconscious is genuinely present.
Oh even he...
Even this man, in all his complexities and struggles...
Don't wanna be no macho man had enough of this pride
He, too, desires not to embody the archetype of a macho man, as he has grown tired of the associated arrogance.
There ain't gunna be no winner, no one's giving out no prize
There will not be a victor, as there is no accolade or reward to be bestowed.
Don't be no macho man feeding toxicity
Avoid becoming a macho man who contributes to a toxic environment.
Instead let's focus on the love and breeding positivity
Instead, let us concentrate on fostering love and spreading positivity.
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Ryan Bria
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