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The opening lines of Dum Dum Girls' song Lost Boys and Girls Club are a poignant expression of heartache and the search for something to fill the void. The singer speaks of avoiding their head and the hole in their heart, both of which suggest a fear of confronting painful emotions. The line "I fill them with things which all fall apart" suggests that the singer seeks solace in fleeting pleasures that ultimately cannot withstand the weight of their pain.

The next few lines are ambiguous and leave room for interpretation. The singer enlists "the gods and all the frauds" and describes them as "hand and glove, daisy chains of love." It could be interpreted as the singer seeking comfort and support from both divine and human sources, even if they are not always trustworthy or genuine. The use of the phrase "daisy chains of love" adds a sense of fragility and impermanency to these relationships.

The chorus speaks of journeying without a particular destination. "There's no particular place we are going / Still we are going (yes we are)" conveys a sense of aimlessness and uncertainty, but also a quiet determination to keep moving forward. This is reinforced by the repetition of "yes we are," a phrase that adds emphasis and conviction to the singer's words.

The next verse presents a stark physical contrast between the singer and the object of their affection. The description of "Your eyes are black x's / Of hate and of hexes" emphasizes the negative feelings this person invokes in the singer, suggesting that they may be the source of their pain. The singer's soul is described as "light as a feather" and "of vapor," echoing the idea of impermanency and fragility. Despite this, they are able to bind together "the pain, the pleasure," perhaps suggesting that they are able to find some balance in their experiences.

The chorus repeats once more, lending a sense of cohesion and circularity to the song. The final line, "The lost boys and girls club," reinforces the image of aimlessness and uncertainty established earlier. It is unclear who or what the "lost boys and girls club" refers to, but it adds a sense of community and shared struggle to the singer's journey.