FREAKS
Imperial Teen Lyrics


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We follow the code of freaks.
Stand back and that's that.
We are freaks.

We are butch.
We are femme.
Look at him.
Look at them.
We are freaks.

We follow the code of freaks.
Stand back and that's that.
We are freaks.

One of us
One of us
One of us
One of us
One of us...

We follow the code of freaks.
Stand back and that's that.
We are freaks. (We are freaks.)
We follow the code of freaks.
Stand back and that's that.
We are freaks. (We are freaks.)
We are freaks.

One of us
One of us
(One of us)
One of us
(One of us)
One of us
(One of us
One of us
One of us)
One of us
(One of us)
One of us
One of us
One of us


One of us one of us
One of us one of us
One of us one of us
One of us one of us
One of us one of us
One of us one of us
One of us one of us
One of us one of us
One of us one of us
One of us one of us




One of us one of us
One of us one of us

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Imperial Teen's song "Freaks" are an anthem for people who consider themselves outsiders, or "freaks". They follow their own set of rules and codes, and don't care what society thinks of them. The chorus repeats the line "We are freaks" multiple times, driving home the message that these people are proud of who they are and aren't afraid to show it.


The song also touches on gender and sexuality, with the lines "We are butch, we are femme, look at him, look at them". This suggests that the freaks come in all shapes and sizes, and that they embrace all types of gender expression.


The repetitive chanting of "One of us" at the end of the lyrics creates a sense of community and belonging among the freaks. They stick together and support each other because they understand what it's like to be different in a world that values conformity.


Overall, the lyrics of "Freaks" celebrate individuality, diversity, and non-conformity. It's an empowering message that encourages people to embrace their true selves and not be ashamed of who they are.


Line by Line Meaning

We follow the code of freaks.
We adhere to the unconventional principles and lifestyle of being a 'freak' or outsider.


Stand back and that's that.
Don't judge us or try to change us; we are who we are.


We are freaks.
We embrace our uniqueness and don't conform to societal norms.


We are butch.
We exhibit stereotypically masculine traits or appearance.


We are femme.
We exhibit stereotypically feminine traits or appearance.


Look at him.
Observe this individual who, like us, is anomalous in some way.


Look at them.
Observe these people who, like us, are anomalous in some way.


One of us
Join us and embrace your uniqueness, becoming part of our community.


One of us...
Continued emphasis on the invitation for others to join our community of outsiders.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: STEPHEN TRASK

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