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 Or Die
Girlysound Lyrics
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I keep my eyes wide open all the time
And the condom on your dick's the tie that binds
Because you're mine
You're gonna sleep with me even if it kills you
You're gonna sleep with me even if we die
You're gonna sleep with me, better get used to it
There's no use in fighting because it's do it or die
Fuck or die
Fuck or die
Fuck or die
Fuck or die
You're going down on me even if it kills you
You're going down on me even if you die
You're going down on me, better get used to it
There's no use in fighting because it's do it or die
Fuck or die
Fuck or die
Fuck or die
Fuck or die
All that's left is to take off your clothes
And do it, do it, do it till you're bone dry
Do it till you're all worn out
Just do it, do it, do it till you're bone dry
Do it, there is no doubt
Do it, there is no doubt
I'm gonna give you head even if it kills you
I'm gonna give you head even if you die
I'm gonna give you head, better get used to it
There's no use in fighting because it's do it or die
Fuck or die
Fuck or die
Fuck or die
Fuck or die
Fuck or die
I keep a close watch on this twat of mine
I keep my eyes wide open all the time
And the condom on your dick's the tie that binds
Because you're mine, I walk the line
This explicit and aggressive track by Liz Phair, who recorded under the name Girlysound, is about a woman who takes control of her sexuality and demands that her partner gives her what she wants. The refrain "fuck or die" portrays a sense of power, as if there is only one option and no room for negotiation. The first verse, "I keep a close watch on this twat of mine, I keep my eyes wide open all the time," suggests a sense of personal ownership over her body, while the second line notes that the only way to tie someone to her is through a condom, a symbol of protection and responsibility. The repeated phrase "you're gonna sleep with me even if it kills you" emphasises her dominance, with the word "kill" taking on an almost literal meaning, as if she is willing to push her partner to the brink.
The following verses use the same format, with Phair asserting her control over the sexual act, demanding oral sex and stating "there is no use in fighting because it's do it or die." The final verse is an invitation to continue, to keep going till both partners are exhausted, with the repetition of "do it" acting almost as a mantra. Phair closes the song with a reference to Johnny Cash's "I Walk The Line," using the metaphor to emphasise her commitment to her sexuality and her sense of purpose in taking charge of her own pleasure.
Line by Line Meaning
I keep a close watch on this twat of mine
I am careful about who I sleep with
I keep my eyes wide open all the time
I am constantly vigilant about who I allow into my body
And the condom on your dick's the tie that binds
Using protection is essential in maintaining a sexual relationship with me
Because you're mine
I am in control of this situation and you must obey my desires
You're gonna sleep with me even if it kills you
You will have sex with me whether you want to or not
You're gonna sleep with me even if we die
Our sexual encounter is so important that it's worth dying for
You're gonna sleep with me, better get used to it
You will have to get used to having sex with me, as it is not up for debate
There's no use in fighting because it's do it or die
You cannot resist my sexual advances, as they are a matter of life and death
Fuck or die
You must have sex with me, or face death as the consequence
You're going down on me even if it kills you
You will perform oral sex on me regardless of the danger involved
You're going down on me even if you die
Your willingness to perform oral sex on me is so important that death is an acceptable outcome
You're going down on me, better get used to it
Get accustomed to the fact that you will be performing oral sex on me, like it or not
All that's left is to take off your clothes
Once you have agreed to have sex with me, there is nothing else left but to undress
And do it, do it, do it till you're bone dry
We will continue to have sex until we are both exhausted
Do it till you're all worn out
We will keep having sex until we are completely drained of energy
Just do it, do it, do it till you're bone dry
We will relentlessly continue until every last drop of physical desire is spent
Do it, there is no doubt
There is no questioning or negotiating, we are having sex
I'm gonna give you head even if it kills you
I will perform oral sex on you, even if it means putting your life in danger
I'm gonna give you head even if you die
Your death is an acceptable consequence of receiving oral sex from me
I'm gonna give you head, better get used to it
Prepare yourself for the fact that I will insist on performing oral sex on you
Because you're mine, I walk the line
As I am in control of this sexual relationship, I am the one who sets the boundaries and expectations
Contributed by James A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@deviantxtcy
i had to make one for this too, thanks for also proving it existed !!!!
@nobauhaus
yess. i couldn't find it anywhere else on youtube :)
@ianstarks419
This is my cat.
Give me back my cat.
@TrippedGian1
Hmm...guess she and the label didn't put this on the comp due to the Johnny Cash interpolation at the end
@nate2459
Cool vid