Sugarcane
Childcare Lyrics
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Lick up my own wood
You lick up my chow mein
You're sugarcane
Pick up your homegrown
Pick up your shin bone
You pick up on your propane
I'm sweet, sweet, sweet, like a wagon
I'm sweet, sweet, sweet, like a sugar beet
But you bite, bite, bite, like a dragon
And you spit me out again
Don't wanna be funny, funny, funny, funny
Cuz I know you just wanna play
And I haven't got money, money, money, money
Try and tempt you to come away
But you never call me honey, honey, golden, honey
And you won't even try to stay
I won't ask to be loved
I don't care to be your sugarcane
Trip up, I like you
Trip up, receive you
I trip up in your name (You're the one you need!)
I'm sugarcane
You fuck like a corkscrew
You fuck like a to-do
You fuck like a big freight train
I'm sugarcane
Ooh
I'm sweet, sweet, sweet, like a wagon
I'm sweet, sweet, sweet, like a sugar beet
But you bite, bite, bite, like a dragon
And you spit me out again
Don't wanna be funny, funny, funny, funny
Cuz I know you just wanna play
And I haven't got money, money, money, money
Try and tempt you to come away
But you never call me honey, honey, golden, honey
And you won't even try to stay
I won't ask to be loved
I don't care to be your sugarcane
I buy my hugs on the dark web
I give fake names so they don't suspect
I buy your hugs on the deep net
You give me trouble that I might regret
Don't wanna be funny, funny, funny, funny
Cuz I know you just wanna play
And I haven't got money, money, money, money
Try and tempt you to come away
But you never call me honey, honey, golden, honey
And you won't even try to stay
I won't ask to be loved
I don't care to be your sugarcane
The lyrics of Childcare's song Sugarcane are filled with sexually suggestive imagery and metaphor, and the song is a commentary on the complexities of modern relationships, specifically exploring the themes of temptation, desire, and power dynamics. The song begins with the phrase "Lick up your feel-good, lick up my own wood," which appears to refer to oral sex, and the singer describes their partner as "sugarcane," a sweet but ultimately unhealthy addiction. This theme of addiction is also present in the line "I buy my hugs on the dark web," which suggests a willingness to engage in risky behavior to maintain the connection with the partner.
The singer acknowledges that their partner does not reciprocate their love and attention, singing "But you never call me honey, honey, golden, honey, and you won't even try to stay." Despite this, they continue to engage in the relationship, driven by desire and a need for validation. The line "And I haven't got money, money, money, money, try and tempt you to come away" even suggests that the singer is willing to use financial means to keep the partner interested. Ultimately, however, they realize that they do not need the partner's validation or attention, declaring "I won't ask to be loved, I don't care to be your sugarcane."
Line by Line Meaning
Lick up your feel good
Enjoy your own satisfaction
Lick up my own wood
Satisfy myself sexually
You lick up my chow mein
You enjoy what I have to offer
You're sugarcane
You are sweet on the outside but not genuine
Pick up your homegrown
Take care of your own business
Pick up your shin bone
Take responsibility for your own actions
You pick up on your propane
You rely on a flammable energy source (like drama)
You're sugarcane
You are superficial and selfish
I'm sweet, sweet, sweet, like a wagon
I am kind-hearted and generous
I'm sweet, sweet, sweet, like a sugar beet
I am fragile and vulnerable
But you bite, bite, bite, like a dragon
You hurt me with your words and actions
And you spit me out again
You discard me when I am no longer useful
Don't wanna be funny, funny, funny, funny
I don't want to be amused or entertained
Cuz I know you just wanna play
You are not sincere in your intentions
And I haven't got money, money, money, money
I do not have the resources to support you
Try and tempt you to come away
I try to convince you to leave me alone
But you never call me honey, honey, golden, honey
You never show me affection or love
And you won't even try to stay
You are not committed to anything
I won't ask to be loved
I won't beg for your attention and affection
I don't care to be your sugarcane
I am not interested in being used and discarded
Trip up, I like you
I am intrigued by you
Trip up, receive you
I am willing to welcome you into my life
I trip up in your name (You're the one you need!)
I am easily swayed by your presence and influence
I'm sugarcane
I am a fleeting, temporary fix for you
You fuck like a corkscrew
You are unpredictable and unstable in bed
You fuck like a to-do
You treat sex like a chore or obligation
You fuck like a big freight train
You are aggressive and overpowering in bed
I'm sugarcane
I am not fulfilling your needs or desires
I buy my hugs on the dark web
I seek comfort from strangers and online connections
I give fake names so they don't suspect
I hide my true identity to protect myself
I buy your hugs on the deep net
I try to purchase your affection and attention
You give me trouble that I might regret
You cause me pain and distress that I will likely regret
Writer(s): Ben Jackson, David Dyson, Emma Topolski, Glyn Daniels, Ian Dudfield, Rich Legate
Contributed by Alexander C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Megan Young
I love this so much, may personal glory be with everyone who watches this
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Anne Kobayashi
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Iván Ávalos
This band has the potential of turning into a popular band, I don't know, but this song could perfectly fit into a Hollywood movie, in that kind of scenes when they're driving a convertible car in Los Angeles or Las Vegas and having fun with a lot of people.
Maya B
one of my fave bands 🥰
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I am so full of personal glory right now.
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Subway To Venus
My lord you guys a phenomenal! Melodies groove and fantastic syncopation that's all incredibly articulate and meaningful to the song. It never feels overdone.
Film clip is out of this world too.
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Karine
My favourite video you guys have ever done!