Malfunction
Dow Jones & The Industrials / The Gizmos Lyrics


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Grandpa Malfunction, Grandpa Malfunction
Don't Fake it loser while I'm a-munching
Grandpa Malfunction, Grandpa Malfunction
You think it's funny? Just wait till you're a-running
I am oh so hungry yeah, I could eat a child
But I don't like it spicy no I like it very mild
As I'm walking to the kitchen to go get a snack
My grandpa bill has a heart attack
Call 9-1-1, he's injured, he's dying
It's an "L" to me, If he's not lying
I twerk on his body convulsing and blue
and then I walk into the kitchen and grab some fruit
Grandpa Malfunction, Grandpa Malfunction
Don't Fake it loser while I'm a-munching
Grandpa Malfunction, Grandpa Malfunction
You think it's funny? Just wait till you're a-running
What the heck is wrong with you, I just wanna get fricking food
But every time that I see you, there's an elephant in the room
I'm starving yeah I'm so hungry, You're causing pain in my tummy
I'm becoming real grumpy and your body is smelling real funky
So you need to get far away, I said it yeah it was hard to say
Pack your bags find somewhere to stay, come visit me another day
Goodbye it's been nice knowing you, but none of my dreams are coming true
Heart attacks since you were two, I hope that this is coming through
Grandpa Malfunction, Grandpa Malfunction
Don't Fake it loser while I'm a-munching
Grandpa Malfunction, Grandpa Malfunction
You think it's funny? Just wait till you're a-running
Munching on an apple as my grandpa shakes
"Help me please" He says as I turn away
I look at his face and begin to laugh
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha
Grandpa Malfunction, Grandpa Malfunction
Don't Fake it loser while I'm a-munching
Grandpa Malfunction, Grandpa Malfunction
You think it's funny? Just wait till you're a-running
Grandpa Malfunction, Grandpa Malfunction
Don't Fake it loser while I'm a-munching




Grandpa Malfunction, Grandpa Malfunction
You think it's funny? Just wait till you're a-running

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Malfunction" by Dow Jones & The Industrials / The Gizmos depict a dark and macabre scenario. The song creates a bizarre narrative in which the singer, referred to as "Grandpa Malfunction," is depicted as a source of frustration and annoyance. The lyrics paint a picture of a hungry individual who is constantly interrupted by the dysfunctional behavior of their grandfather.


The lyrics convey a sense of exasperation as the singer expresses their desire for food while being hindered by their grandfather's antics. The repeated refrain "Don't Fake it loser while I'm a-munching" showcases the frustration and impatience they feel towards their grandfather's behavior. The singer expresses their hunger and their preference for mild food, highlighting their desperation to satisfy their appetite.


As the song progresses, a shift occurs as the singer's grandfather suffers a heart attack. Despite the seriousness of the situation, the singer shows a callous disregard for their grandfather's well-being, even going as far as twerking on their convulsing body. This displays a warped sense of humor and a lack of empathy towards their grandfather's suffering. The song ends with a final chorus of admonishing their grandfather for his behavior and stating that one day he will experience a similar fate.


Overall, "Malfunction" delves into a dark and satirical exploration of family dynamics, hunger, and callousness towards others' suffering.


Line by Line Meaning

Grandpa Malfunction, Grandpa Malfunction
Grandpa's body is malfunctioning, showing signs of distress


Don't Fake it loser while I'm a-munching
Don't pretend everything is fine while I'm eating


You think it's funny? Just wait till you're a-running
You find it amusing now, but you'll understand when you face a similar situation


I am oh so hungry yeah, I could eat a child
I am extremely hungry, willing to eat anything to satisfy my hunger


But I don't like it spicy no I like it very mild
I prefer mild flavors over spicy ones


As I'm walking to the kitchen to go get a snack
While moving towards the kitchen to satisfy my hunger


My grandpa bill has a heart attack
Unfortunately, my grandpa Bill is experiencing a heart attack


Call 9-1-1, he's injured, he's dying
We need to call emergency services as he is injured and in critical condition


It's an 'L' to me, if he's not lying
It's a loss for me, unless he's deceiving us about the seriousness of his condition


I twerk on his body convulsing and blue
I dance on his convulsing and pale body, making light of the situation


And then I walk into the kitchen and grab some fruit
Nonchalantly, I proceed to the kitchen to get some fruit


What the heck is wrong with you, I just wanna get fricking food
What is your problem? All I want is to eat some food


But every time that I see you, there's an elephant in the room
Whenever I encounter you, it becomes painfully obvious that something is wrong


I'm starving yeah I'm so hungry, You're causing pain in my tummy
I'm extremely famished, and your presence is adding to my discomfort


I'm becoming real grumpy and your body is smelling real funky
I'm getting increasingly irritable, and your body odor is becoming unpleasant


So you need to get far away, I said it yeah it was hard to say
You should leave and create distance, although it was difficult for me to express it


Pack your bags find somewhere to stay, come visit me another day
Collect your belongings and find another place to stay, visit me on a different occasion


Goodbye it's been nice knowing you, but none of my dreams are coming true
Farewell, although it's been pleasant knowing you, my desires and aspirations remain unfulfilled


Heart attacks since you were two, I hope that this is coming through
You've been experiencing heart attacks since a young age, I hope this message is clear to you


Munching on an apple as my grandpa shakes
Casually eating an apple while my grandpa trembles in distress


"Help me please" He says as I turn away
He pleads for help, but I choose to ignore him


I look at his face and begin to laugh
I gaze at his face and burst into laughter


Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha
Expressing amusement through laughter




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Luke Dykhuizen, Mattias Carlson

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