The Jean Genie
Enuff Z’Nuff Lyrics
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Strung out on lasers and slash-back blazers
Ate all your razors while pulling the waiters
Talking 'bout Monroe and walking on Snow White
New York's a go-go, and everything tastes right
Poor little Greenie, ooh-ooh
Keep her comin'
The Jean Genie loves chimney stacks
He's outrageous, he screams and he bawls (Jean Genie)
Jean Genie, let yourself go, whoah
Sits like a man but he smiles like a reptile
She love him, she love him but just for a short while
She'll scratch in the sand, won't let go his hand
He says he's a beautician and sells you nutrition
And keeps all your dead hair for making up underwear
Poor little Greenie, ooh-ooh
The Jean Genie lives on his back
The Jean Genie loves chimney stacks
He's outrageous, he screams and he bawls (Jean Genie)
Jean Genie, let yourself go, whoah
He's so simple-minded, he can't drive his module
He bites on the neon and sleeps in a capsule
Loves to be loved, loves to be loved
Oh, Jean Genie lives on his back
The Jean Genie loves chimney stacks
He's outrageous, he screams and he bawls (Jean Genie)
Jean Genie, let yourself go, whoah
Go!
Go!
The Jean Genie lives on his back
The Jean Genie loves chimney stacks
He's outrageous, he screams and he bawls (Jean Genie)
Jean Genie, let yourself go, whoah
Go, go go!
The lyrics of Enuff Z'Nuff's song "The Jean Genie" tell the story of a small character named Jean Genie who sneaks off to the city. He is portrayed as being strung out on lasers and flashy clothing. The line "ate all your razors while pulling the waiters" could be interpreted as Jean Genie being destructive and causing chaos wherever he goes. Jean Genie is fascinated by iconic figures like Marilyn Monroe and Snow White, and he relishes in the fast-paced, vibrant energy of New York City. Despite his wild behavior, the lyrics portray him as a small and vulnerable character, hence the line "poor little Greenie."
The chorus emphasizes Jean Genie's carefree and rebellious nature, with the repeated phrase "let yourself go." The lyrics suggest that Jean Genie lives a wild and outrageous lifestyle, depicted by his presence on his back and his love for chimney stacks. He is described as a simple-minded character who enjoys being loved and seeks attention. The references to neon lights and sleeping in a capsule further emphasize his unconventional and eccentric personality.
Overall, "The Jean Genie" appears to be a celebration of individuality, freedom, and living life on one's own terms. The lyrics paint a picture of a rebellious character who thrives in the chaos and excitement of the city.
Line by Line Meaning
A small Jean Genie snuck off to the city
A rebellious and spontaneous individual escaped to the bustling city
Strung out on lasers and slash-back blazers
Overwhelmed by the extravagant and flashy lifestyle
Ate all your razors while pulling the waiters
Consumed all the indulgences and took advantage of the people serving
Talking 'bout Monroe and walking on Snow White
Engaging in conversations about glamorous figures and living a dreamlike existence
New York's a go-go, and everything tastes right
New York City is lively and full of opportunities, amplifying the senses
Poor little Greenie, ooh-ooh
Sympathy for the misunderstood and naive individual
Keep her comin'
Continue the excitement and experiences
The Jean Genie lives on his back
The rebellious individual consistently seeks pleasure and satisfaction
The Jean Genie loves chimney stacks
The unconventional individual embraces the urban lifestyle and its symbols
He's outrageous, he screams and he bawls (Jean Genie)
The rebellious individual's behavior is extreme and attention-seeking
Jean Genie, let yourself go, whoah
Embrace your true self and live freely
Sits like a man but he smiles like a reptile
The individual appears calm but has a deceptive and cunning nature
She love him, she love him but just for a short while
She is infatuated with him, but only for a brief period
She'll scratch in the sand, won't let go his hand
She clings onto him despite the uncertain and unstable nature of their relationship
He says he's a beautician and sells you nutrition
He presents himself as someone who enhances beauty and sells healthy products
And keeps all your dead hair for making up underwear
He keeps your discarded and unnecessary elements to create something new
Poor little Greenie, ooh-ooh
Sympathy for the misunderstood and naive individual
He's so simple-minded, he can't drive his module
He lacks complexity and struggles to navigate through life
He bites on the neon and sleeps in a capsule
He indulges in artificial stimulation and seeks escape through isolation
Loves to be loved, loves to be loved
Craves affection and attention
Oh, Jean Genie lives on his back
The rebellious individual consistently seeks pleasure and satisfaction
The Jean Genie loves chimney stacks
The unconventional individual embraces the urban lifestyle and its symbols
He's outrageous, he screams and he bawls (Jean Genie)
The rebellious individual's behavior is extreme and attention-seeking
Jean Genie, let yourself go, whoah
Embrace your true self and live freely
Go!
Encouragement to take action
Go!
Encouragement to take action
Go!
Encouragement to take action
The Jean Genie lives on his back
The rebellious individual consistently seeks pleasure and satisfaction
The Jean Genie loves chimney stacks
The unconventional individual embraces the urban lifestyle and its symbols
He's outrageous, he screams and he bawls (Jean Genie)
The rebellious individual's behavior is extreme and attention-seeking
Jean Genie, let yourself go, whoah
Embrace your true self and live freely
Go, go go!
Encouragement to take action
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: RAYMOND KLAGES, FATS WALLER
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