The Protagonist
Faderhead Lyrics


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Every now and then the world is strange
Time to stop and re-evaluate
Broken heart won't equal broken dreams
Mr. Bond, find the real me, please
Critics wonder where the feeling went
E-TV reports, "The passion's spent!"
One of the days that never seem to end
And where the fuck is my script again
Where the fuck is my script again?

I am the protagonist
Disarmed the bomb
Fucked the femme fatale
I am the protagonist
The credits roll
Discover who we are

Roll the camera, hit the winning smile
Take fifteen - it's gonna take a while
Smoke machines can make it hard to breathe
Mr. Bond, find the real me, please
Gonna hang inside my trailer more
This is what they made the trailer for
Makeup lets me be a real man
And where the fuck is my script again
Where the fuck is my script again?

I am the protagonist
Disarmed the bomb
Fucked the femme fatale
I am the protagonist




The credits roll
Discover who we are

Overall Meaning

The song "The Protagonist" by Faderhead is a satirical take on the entertainment industry and its portrayal of the "protagonist." With lyrics like "where the fuck is my script again?" and "makeup lets me be a real man," Faderhead highlights the shallow and materialistic nature of Hollywood's leading roles. The protagonist in the song is seen as a hero who has disarmed a bomb and "fucked the femme fatale," but is also struggling to find their own identity amidst the chaos of the entertainment industry.


The lyrics also point out the lack of sentimentality in Hollywood where emotions are replaced by smoke machines and winning smiles. Even critics seem to overlook the lack of depth in the protagonist's character, as E-TV reports "The passion's spent!" The protagonist yearns for something deeper and pleads with Mr. Bond to help them find their true self.


Overall, "The Protagonist" is a clever commentary on the emptiness of Hollywood's hero culture that shows how even the strongest of characters are not immune to feeling lost and disconnected from reality.


Line by Line Meaning

Every now and then the world is strange
Occasionally, things in the world don't seem quite right or normal, which prompts introspection.


Time to stop and re-evaluate
When this happens, it's important to take a step back and assess things.


Broken heart won't equal broken dreams
Even if someone experiences heartbreak, that doesn't necessarily mean their aspirations or hopes are shattered.


Mr. Bond, find the real me, please
The artist is calling out for someone to help them discover their true identity.


Critics wonder where the feeling went
Some people are questioning why there seems to be a lack of emotion or passion in certain areas.


E-TV reports, "The passion's spent!"
The media is reporting a perceived loss of vigor or desire in the community.


One of the days that never seem to end
Sometimes a day can feel like it stretches on endlessly, without relief or reprieve.


And where the fuck is my script again
The artist is expressing frustration at their inability to locate an important piece of information or work.


I am the protagonist
The artist sees themself as the main character, or hero, of their own story.


Disarmed the bomb
The artist has accomplished a challenging feat, perhaps metaphorical rather than literal.


Fucked the femme fatale
The singer has engaged in sexual activities with a seductive or dangerous woman, also potentially metaphorical.


The credits roll
The story or experience is reaching its conclusion, and the artist is acknowledging this.


Discover who we are
The aim is to uncover the true selves of the characters, beyond superficial appearances or actions.


Roll the camera, hit the winning smile
It's time to continue the act and put on a happy face, despite internal struggles or confusion.


Take fifteen - it's gonna take a while
The singer needs a short break or breather to handle the situation, but admits that it may take some time.


Smoke machines can make it hard to breathe
Special effects or illusions can be suffocating or overwhelming.


Gonna hang inside my trailer more
The artist is retreating to a more comfortable or private space.


This is what they made the trailer for
The trailer is a designated spot for the singer to relax or recharge during the experience.


Makeup lets me be a real man
The singer is commenting on the role of appearances or performances in shaping their sense of masculinity.




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