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The Bitch of Living
Duncan Sheik & Steven Sater Lyrics
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God, I dreamed there was an angel who could hear me through the wall
As I cried out, like in Latin, "This is so not life at all!
Help me out, out of this nightmare," then I heard her silver call—
She said: "Just give it time, kid, I come to one and all"
She said, "Give me that hand, please, and the itch you can't control
Let me teach you how to handle all the sadness in your soul
She said, "Love may make you blind, kid—but I wouldn't mind at all"
ALL
It's the bitch of living (Bitch, just the bitch)
Nothing but your hand (Just the bitch, yeah)
Just the bitch of living
As someone you can't stand
GEORG
See, each night, it's like, fantastic—tossing, turning, without rest
'Cause my day's at the piano with my teacher and her breasts
And the music's, like, the one thing I can even get at all
And those breasts! I mean God, please, just let those apples fall
ALL
It's the bitch of living (Bitch, ah ah ah)
With nothing going on (Nothing going on)
Just the bitch of living
Asking, "What went wrong?"
Do they think we want this?
Oh, who knows?
ERNST
See, there's showering at gym class
HANSCHEN
Bobby Maler, he's the best—
Looks so nasty in those khakis
ERNST
God, my whole life's, like, some test
OTTO
Then there's Marianna Wheelan
As if she'd return my call
HANSCHEN
It's like, just kiss some ass, man
Then you can screw 'em all (All...)
MELCHIOR
It's the bitch of living (It's the bitch of living)
And living in your head (In your head)
It's the bitch of living
And sensing God is dead
MORITZ & BOYS (MELCHIOR)
It's the bitch of living (You watch me, just watch me)
And trying to get ahead (I'm calling, and one day)
It's the bitch of living
Just gettin' out of bed
It's the bitch of living, living, living (All will know)
Getting what you get (All will know)
Just the bitch of living (And knowing this is it)
ALL
God, is this it?
This can't be it
Oh God, what a bitch!
The Bitch of Living is a song from the rock musical Spring Awakening, written by Duncan Sheik and Steven Sater. The song is a rousing ensemble number that expresses the frustration and confusion of the teenage characters as they struggle to cope with their desires and emotions in a repressive society that offers them no guidance or support.
The song starts with Moritz, one of the main characters, lamenting his isolation and loneliness, and his dream of an angel who could understand his pain. He hears a voice that promises to help him through his troubles, and encourages him to be patient and wait for better times. The other characters join in, sharing their own experiences of the difficulties of living as teenagers in a world that doesn't understand them or their needs. They express their frustration with school, family, love, and sex, and their yearning for something more meaningful and fulfilling.
The lyrics are full of metaphor and imagery, such as Moritz's dream of the angel, Georg's obsession with his piano teacher's breasts, and the boys' fantasies about their female classmates. The song is also notable for its use of unconventional syntax and grammar, such as the repeated phrase "just the bitch", which creates a sense of urgency and intensity.
Overall, The Bitch of Living is a powerful and emotionally charged song that captures the spirit of rebellion and desperation that characterizes the teenage experience. It is a testament to the enduring relevance and universal appeal of Spring Awakening, and remains a beloved classic of musical theater to this day.
Line by Line Meaning
God, I dreamed there was an angel who could hear me through the wall
I had a dream about how I hoped someone could help me, even if they're not physically present.
As I cried out, like in Latin, 'This is so not life at all! Help me out, out of this nightmare,' then I heard her silver call—
I was begging for help in a language that's not even mine, then the angel appeared and spoke to me.
She said: 'Just give it time, kid, I come to one and all'
The angel reassured me that she will help me one day, but I need to be patient.
She said, 'Give me that hand, please, and the itch you can't control. Let me teach you how to handle all the sadness in your soul. Oh, we'll work that silver magic, then we'll aim it at the wall'.
The angel wants to guide me to overcome my sadness and frustration, and the two of us will do something amazing together.
She said, 'Love may make you blind, kid—but I wouldn't mind at all'.
Even if love is blinding me, the angel is willing to help me out and support me.
It's the bitch of living (Bitch, just the bitch)
Life is tough.
Nothing but your hand (Just the bitch, yeah)
I only have my own strength to rely on.
Just the bitch of living As someone you can't stand
I cannot tolerate living as myself.
See, each night, it's like, fantastic—tossing, turning, without rest. 'Cause my day's at the piano with my teacher and her breasts. And the music's, like, the one thing I can even get at all. And those breasts! I mean God, please, just let those apples fall.
I have trouble sleeping at night because I cannot stop thinking about my piano teacher's breasts, and I find solace in playing music.
With nothing going on (Nothing going on)
I have nothing interesting happening in my life.
Asking, 'What went wrong?' Do they think we want this? Oh, who knows?
I am confused as to why life seems to be so bad, and unsure if anyone else feels the same.
See, there's showering at gym class.
I'm forced to participate in gym class showers that I hate going to.
Bobby Maler, he's the best—looks so nasty in those khakis.
Bobby Maler is the one person who excels, but is also unpleasant to look at.
God, my whole life's, like, some test.
I feel like my entire life is a difficult exam which I am scared I will fail.
Then there's Marianna Wheelan as if she'd return my call.
Marianna Wheelan, who I'm interested in, isn't likely to respond to my contact.
It's like, just kiss some ass, man. Then you can screw 'em all (All...)
All you have to do is be nice and you can have sex with anyone you want.
And living in your head (In your head)
I am preoccupied with my own thoughts which may not be accurate to reality.
And sensing God is dead
I have a feeling that any spiritual force of the universe is nonexistent.
It's the bitch of living (You watch me, just watch me)
Life is hard, and I am challenged to rise above it.
And trying to get ahead (I'm calling, and one day)
I am striving to be successful, and I hope that one day it will come true.
Just gettin' out of bed
It is difficult enough to leave bed each day, let alone accomplish anything else.
It's the bitch of living, living, living (All will know)
Life is unbearably hard, with no exceptions.
Getting what you get (All will know)
I must accept what comes my way and cope with it.
Oh God, what a bitch!
Oh God, life is really hard!
Contributed by Allison W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Omg I love this so much, the harmonies are perfect and the audience reactions are so funny