Anne's Song
Faith No More Lyrics


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Hey
What, what, what, what, what, what, what? Huh?
Oh, nothing
Just wondering why it is you're doing
What? What is you're doing
That whatever it is you're doing

Oh yeah, why, why?
I dunno
It just doesn't seem like something you'd be doing, I mean
You of all people, ha. Know what I mean?
Yeah, I know it's been bugging you since the day I was born, huh?
I asked my friend Anne about it

I said, Anne, Anne, Anne, what am I supposed to do, huh?
It's been bugging them since the day that I was born

She said do whatever the hell you want to do
Now is the time when you can do anything
Everything you do, anything, it will still turn out great
You've got the world at your feet

I never claimed to be different
I only said I was bored
And she's tired of your uniqueness
It sends her over head first
Then the rest of her follows
The breath of life, it never left her hollow

And I can do everything, she says, she says with a smile
And I can go anywhere tonight, 'cause I'm with Anne
Anne, Anne, who? Anne Dagnabit
Island princess girl with the juice
What's this, I see she brought her whole uplown contingent

First there's Johnny
He always loves a party
He's followed by Vinnie
Who's feelin' kinda skinny

He says hey Anne I'm starved what you got to eat
She says Vinnie, you're always starving
Man get away from that fridge

Now, here comes Lucy
She's feelin' really sexy
She's followed by her boyfriend
Who'd better not turn around this time or he's bound to lose her
And followed by Jamilla, who's got the cream soda

And I can do everything, I won't tell you again
And we can go anywhere tonight, 'cause we're with Anne
Anne

And we can do anything we want, we'll tell you again
We can can go anywhere tonight, 'cause we're with Anne Anne Anne
Who? Anne Dagnabit
Island princess girl with the juice

Girl with the hots, hots for Ricky
Whoop we're having fun, hey
Whoop we're having fun, hey
Hey hey Hey you guys, what?




Additude Additude
Hey

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song "Anne's Song" by Faith No More describe a conversation between two people, one who questions what the other person is doing and why. The other person responds by saying that they've been asked this since they were born and not much has changed. They then mention their friend Anne, who tells them that they can do whatever they want to do because it is now the right time. The song implies that the singer feels burdened by societal expectations and enjoys hanging out with Anne, who supports their desire to be an individual.


Through the lyrics, it becomes clear that the singer is fed up with being pressured to conform to societal norms. The mention of Anne, the one person who encourages them to do their own thing, gives them a sense of freedom. The other characters mentioned in the song serve as examples of what the singer is fighting against – those who are always starving, those who are afraid to lose someone if they turn back. The song's message is that it's okay to be yourself, and it encourages people to pursue their dreams regardless of what others think.


Line by Line Meaning

Hey
The singer initiates a conversation to discuss a matter that is on his mind.


What, what, what, what, what, what, what? Huh?
The singer is perplexed and wants to know why the listener is engaged in certain activities.


Oh, nothing
The singer acknowledges that the listener is unaware of the source of his confusion.


Just wondering why it is you're doing
The artist reiterates his curiosity about the listener's actions.


What? What is you're doing
The artist asks the listener to clarify what he's doing and why.


It just doesn't seem like something you'd be doing, I mean
The singer expresses his surprise and doubts the appropriateness of the listener's actions.


You of all people, ha. Know what I mean?
The singer wonders why someone with the listener's reputation would engage in such activities.


Yeah, I know it's been bugging you since the day I was born, huh?
The artist acknowledges that the listener has always been concerned about his activities.


I asked my friend Anne about it
The artist sought advice from his friend Anne about the matter that was troubling him.


I said, Anne, Anne, Anne, what am I supposed to do, huh?
The artist repeatedly called out to his friend Anne and sought guidance from her.


She said do whatever the hell you want to do
Anne advised the singer to be himself and follow his heart.


Now is the time when you can do anything
Anne encouraged the artist to take advantage of the opportunities available to him and live life to the fullest.


Everything you do, anything, it will still turn out great
Anne assured the singer that he would be successful irrespective of what he chose to do.


You've got the world at your feet
Anne reminded the singer that he has limitless potential to achieve greatness.


I never claimed to be different
The singer clarifies that he isn't trying to be unconventional or unique.


I only said I was bored
The artist explains that he was simply looking for a change in routine.


And she's tired of your uniqueness
The artist notes that Anne is not impressed by his attempts at being distinctive.


It sends her over head first
Anne becomes overwhelmed by the singer's peculiar behavior.


Then the rest of her follows
The singer observes that Anne's associates also become affected by her response to his behavior.


The breath of life, it never left her hollow
Anne remains joyful and enthusiastic despite the challenges she faces.


And I can do everything, she says, she says with a smile
Anne encourages the artist to be confident in his abilities and strives to reassure him.


And I can go anywhere tonight, 'cause I'm with Anne
The artist is excited that he has Anne as a companion and that they can go anywhere together.


First there's Johnny
The singer lists Anne's friends and acquaintances who he encounters.


He always loves a party
Johnny enjoys socializing and attending gatherings.


He's followed by Vinnie
Vinnie, another friend of Anne's, comes after Johnny.


Who's feelin' kinda skinny
Vinnie is hungry and thinks he has lost weight.


She says Vinnie, you're always starving
Anne reminds Vinnie that he is always hungry and needs to control his appetite.


Man get away from that fridge
Anne warns Vinnie against overeating and makes light of his hunger.


Now, here comes Lucy
Lucy, another friend of Anne's, arrives next.


She's feelin' really sexy
Lucy is attracted to the singer and feels confident in her appearance.


She's followed by her boyfriend
Lucy's boyfriend tags along with her.


Who'd better not turn around this time or he's bound to lose her
The artist suggests that Lucy's boyfriend isn't attentive and risks losing her if he doesn't pay attention.


And followed by Jamilla, who's got the cream soda
Jamilla, another friend of Anne's, brings some drinks along with her.


And we can do everything, we won't tell you again
The artist and his companions revel in the freedom they have and reassert their intentions.


And we can go anywhere tonight, 'cause we're with Anne Anne Anne
The singer and his comrades are excited to be able to travel and have fun together due to Anne's presence.


Girl with the hots, hots for Ricky
Anne has a crush on Ricky, and the artist teases her about it.


Whoop we're having fun, hey
The singer and his companions express their joy and excitement.


Hey hey Hey you guys, what?
The singer addresses his friends and seeks their attention.


Additude Additude
The singer emphasizes the importance of having a positive attitude.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BILL DAVID GOULD, CHUCK MOSLEY, JAMES BLANCO MARTIN, MICHAEL ANDREW BORDIN, RODDY CHRISTOPHER BOTTUM

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Comments from YouTube:

Daphne Davis

I love Faith No More with Chuck and with Mike. 2 Totally different vibes. Everyone is entitled to opinions but keep it classy please.

Pickle

Both dope as fuck

Erik Vernarský

same here...like 2 great bands in one

Bodhi

I appreciate both

Mikey Deloa

I wish we got more with Chuck M. Btw, your super cute ;)

Mark Bunce

@Dora Robertson respect 👍

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Clarissa A.

Love it, such a fun song. No need for the Chuck hate.

Rollo Tomassi

IDK how you can hate FNM with Chuck. Such a fun vibe.

jumpfart666

Clarissa A. 😄☺😊you rock

Porl Ferguson

Terrific stuff. I count myself lucky to have seen them with both Chuck and Mike. Two sides of the wonderful currency that is Faith No More.

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