Although originally consisting of a total of 3 cassettes, the most common version of the Girly Sound tapes that circulated among Phair's fans was an incomplete 2 disc compilation of songs from all 3 tapes released on the "Bliss and Phetish" bootleg label. An earlier bootleg compilation of Girly Sound material, "Secretly Timid", was also released. Early in 2006, mp3s of first generation copies of the first 2 tapes were introduced via Phair's online community, bringing to light the original track listing, correct song names, and album titles and more importantly introducing a number of songs that did not appear on the previous Girly Sound bootlegs. The third Girly Sound tape and information of its complete contents remains elusive.
Fuck And Run
Girlysound Lyrics
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I didn't know where I was at first
Just that I woke up in your arms
And almost immediately I felt sorry
'Cause I didn't think this would happen again
No matter what I could do or say
Just that I didn't think this would happen again
With or without my best intentions
And whatever happened to a boyfriend
The kind of guy who tries to win you over
And whatever happened to a boyfriend
The kind of guy who makes love 'cause he's in it
And I want a boyfriend
I want a boyfriend
I want all that stupid old shit
Like letters and sodas
Letters and sodas
You got up out of bed
You said you had a lot of work to do
But I heard the rest in your head
And almost immediately I felt sorry
'Cause I didn't think this would happen again
No matter what I could do or say
Just that I didn't think this would happen again
With or without my best intentions
And I want a boyfriend
I want a boyfriend
I want all that stupid old shit
Like letters and sodas
Letters and sodas
I can feel it in my bones
I'm gonna spend another year alone
It's fuck and run, fuck and run
Even when I was 17
Fuck and run, fuck and run
Even when I was 12
You almost felt bad
You said that I should call you up
But I knew much better than that
And almost immediately I felt sorry
'Cause I didn't think this would happen again
No matter what I could do or say
Just that I didn't think this would happen again
With or without my best intentions
And I can feel it in my bones
I'm gonna spend my whole life alone
It's fuck and run, fuck and run
Even when I was 17
Fuck and run, fuck and run
Even when I was 12
The song "Fuck and Run" by Girlysound is a raw and emotionally charged expression of the singer's desire for a genuine romantic connection in a world that seems to be ruled by casual hookups and fleeting relationships. The lyrics express a sense of regret and unease that stems from waking up in someone else's arms after a one-night stand, and realizing that this pattern will only lead to more loneliness and disappointment in the long run. The singer longs for the kind of deep emotional intimacy that can only come from a committed and meaningful relationship, and feels frustrated and disillusioned by the modern dating scene that seems to prioritize physical gratification over emotional connection.
The lines "And I want a boyfriend / I want all that stupid old shit / Like letters and sodas" encapsulate this longing for old-fashioned romance, while also expressing the singer's recognition that her desire for emotional intimacy may seem naive or outdated in the modern world. The repeated refrain of "fuck and run" reinforces this theme of emotional detachment and a lack of long-term commitment, emphasizing the singer's fear that this pattern will continue indefinitely unless she can break out of it.
Overall, "Fuck and Run" is a powerful expression of the emotional struggles that many young people face in today's fast-paced and superficial dating culture. Its frank and unapologetic lyrics challenge listeners to consider the true value of romantic relationships, and to question whether the pursuit of physical pleasure is truly fulfilling in the long run.
Line by Line Meaning
I woke up alarmed
I experienced shock upon awakening
I didn't know where I was at first
I was initially uncertain about my location
Just that I woke up in your arms
I found comfort in being close to you
And almost immediately I felt sorry
Sadness came over me soon after
'Cause I didn't think this would happen again
I was not expecting this situation to reoccur
No matter what I could do or say
Even if I took different actions, the outcome remained the same
And whatever happened to a boyfriend
What became of having a committed partner?
The kind of guy who tries to win you over
Where is the person who puts in the effort to win my affections?
You got up out of bed
You left the bed we shared
You said you had a lot of work to do
You claimed to be busy with responsibilities
But I heard the rest in your head
I sensed that there was more to the story
And almost immediately I felt sorry
I felt regretful once again
And I want a boyfriend
I desire a committed partner
I can feel it in my bones
I sense it deep within me
It's fuck and run, fuck and run
Casual sexual encounters seem to be my fate
Even when I was 17
This pattern persisted from a young age
You almost felt bad
You seemed to express some remorse
But I knew much better than that
I had learned not to trust your words
And I can feel it in my bones
I still have the same instinctive feeling
I'm gonna spend my whole life alone
I anticipate being single forever
Contributed by Annabelle D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.