Jagged Fruit
Deerhoof Lyrics


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Thinking about a boy who sings yesterday
Talking about girlie things that's today
My life won't start

Hating you and everyone yesterday
Liking you and everyone that's today
I can't decide
Get your hands of pockets hooray
Take a break, look up, and say yeah way
Get your hooves out of control uu yey
Shake your head step outside
Take a left golden green
Left is right on your side

Massive dot bling bling moon

Gimmie gimmie shining to my eyes




History's chirping for your part
Gimmie gimmie shining to my eyes

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Deerhoof's "Jagged Fruit" seem to be all about change, confusion, and uncertainty. Satomi Matsuzaki, the lead singer of the band, seems to be wrestling with her own emotions and trying to navigate through her muddled thoughts. The opening verse talks about a boy she's thinking about who sings about yesterday while she talks about "girlie things" that are happening today. This dichotomy between past experiences and current ones seems to be uncomfortable for her, as she croons "my life won't start." She's unsure of what the future holds and maybe even scared of it.


The second verse seems to touch on the fickle nature of human emotions. She speaks about hating everyone yesterday but now liking them today. It's a relatable sentiment- moods and feelings can change drastically in a short amount of time, leaving one disheveled and uncertain. "I can't decide" seems to be the overarching feeling of the lyrics- an inability to pin down a steady emotion or to make a firm choice. However, the chorus of the song brings a sense of joy and freedom. She urges listeners to take control of their lives, telling them to "get your hooves out of control," and "shake your head." It's a call to action that encourages people to step outside of their comfort zones and to move forward confidently.


Line by Line Meaning

Thinking about a boy who sings yesterday
Reflecting on the past, nostalgic about a boy's singing


Talking about girlie things that's today
Conversing about feminine subjects which are relevant in the present


My life won't start
Feeling stuck, as if progress in life is not possible


Hating you and everyone yesterday
Experiencing a strong dislike for others in the past


Liking you and everyone that's today
Currently finding appreciation for individuals previously not preferred


I can't decide
Feeling uncertain and indecisive


Get your hands of pockets hooray
Celebrate not being idle and take action


Take a break, look up, and say yeah way
Pause and enjoy the moment before exclaiming with enthusiasm


Get your hooves out of control uu yey
Expressing excitement and uncontained energy


Shake your head step outside
Clearing the mind by moving and being outdoors


Take a left golden green
Head towards nature or a place of beauty


Left is right on your side
Being guided by intuition and following one's natural compass


Massive dot bling bling moon
Awe-inspired by a huge and sparkling moon


Gimmie gimmie shining to my eyes
Desiring brightness and positivity in life


History's chirping for your part
The past is calling for one's involvement and role in shaping it


Gimmie gimmie shining to my eyes
Desiring brightness and positivity in life




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