bad guy
Jenny Stevens Lyrics
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Anytime I question you then you go to ground
Every time I seek you don't wanna be found
When you see me your defence is not to make a sound
Your energy's not a friend of me
Anymore. It's offending me
When you're so threatening
We all got our secrets
Tryna dodge the question when I ask you where you been
Actin' like you slippy worse than Vaseline
Come and take away my pain like you were Codeine
I'm a drug. That you can't quit
Get you buzzed from my antics
You felt in love, what you don't understand is
It was a scam and I planned it
Hide behind your mamma when you've done something bad
I'll hex you if you're dating me to aggravate your dad
One day you're gonna make the wrong person mad
Your alibi ain't lookin' so ironclad
My Alibi? Alabama. I'll run and hide
In the past I'm too full of pride for the truth
I'm an actor. I'm playing for you
Everybody knows you lie to save your face
Any trust I had in you was sorely misplaced
Every night I cry into my pillowcase
I suggest you go and vanish, don't leave a trace
Leave no trace, huh? You want me to get sneakier
Even if I go away I'm still in your brain, eating yer
Thoughts, I'm a liar too so my words'll bounce around
And get caught in your head and then
Head for your heart as it starts to pound
In "Bad Guy," Jenny Stevens depicts a tumultuous and deceitful relationship where the singer consistently feels manipulated and deceived by their partner. The lyrics express frustration and confusion as the singer tries to confront their partner's evasiveness and deception.
The first verse describes a recurring pattern where the partner consistently avoids accountability. Whenever the singer tries to confront their partner, they quickly dodge the questions or disappear, leaving the singer feeling unheard and rejected. The partner's defensive behavior is emphasized by their silence when faced with the singer's presence. This lack of communication creates a hostile and toxic dynamic between the two.
The second verse delves deeper into the singer's experience of the relationship. The partner's actions continue to raise suspicions, driving the singer to question their whereabouts and intentions. The partner's attempts to evade and deceive are compared to the slipperiness of Vaseline, emphasizing their intentional manipulation. Despite the partner providing temporary relief from emotional pain, the singer recognizes that their intentions were always self-serving and deceptive.
The third verse reiterates the partner's habit of lying and evading responsibility. The singer confronts the partner's reliance on hiding behind their mother to avoid facing consequences for their actions. The warning that the partner will eventually anger the wrong person suggests that their deceitful behavior will catch up with them. The mention of an "alibi" and "Alabama" highlights the singer's inclination to escape and hide, masking their true self and intentions. It reveals a sense of pride and refusal to confront the truth.
In the concluding verse, the singer openly admits to their own dishonesty and manipulative behavior. Recognizing their own flaws, they reveal that their words and actions will continue to haunt their partner, even if they physically distance themselves. The repeated emphasis on lies, bouncing thoughts, and pounding hearts implies the emotional impact and chaos that the singer brings upon their partner, mirroring the way their partner had treated them earlier.
Overall, "Bad Guy" captures the emotional strain and broken trust in a relationship filled with deception and manipulation. The lyrics shed light on the power struggles and toxic dynamics that can exist between two individuals, ultimately leaving both parties with feelings of hurt and mistrust.
Line by Line Meaning
Every time I pin you down you run me around
Whenever I try to confront you or hold you accountable, you become evasive and avoid the issue
Anytime I question you then you go to ground
As soon as I start asking you difficult questions, you avoid the topic and refuse to engage
Every time I seek you don't wanna be found
Whenever I try to find you or understand you better, you purposely distance yourself and become unavailable
When you see me your defence is not to make a sound
Whenever you see me, you choose not to speak up or defend yourself, remaining silent as a form of defense
Your energy's not a friend of me
Anymore. It's offending me
Your attitude and behavior are no longer supportive or positive for me, they are actually hurting me
When you're so threatening
Your actions and demeanor are intimidating and create a sense of fear or danger
We all got our secrets
Everyone has things they keep hidden or don't reveal fully
Drivin' in your car like you don't wanna be seen
You behave as if you don't want others to notice or recognize you while driving
Tryna dodge the question when I ask you where you been
You are attempting to avoid answering the question about where you have been or what you have been doing
Actin' like you slippy worse than Vaseline
You act slippery and elusive, making it even harder to pin you down or get honest answers from you
Come and take away my pain like you were Codeine
You offer comfort and relief from my pain, just like a strong painkiller such as codeine
I'm a drug. That you can't quit
I have become addictive to you, and you are unable to stop being drawn to me
Get you buzzed from my antics
My behavior and actions create a thrill or excitement for you, giving you a temporary high
You felt in love, what you don't understand is
You believed you were in love, but what you fail to grasp is
It was a scam and I planned it
It was a scheme or deception, and I deliberately orchestrated it
Hide behind your mamma when you've done something bad
You seek refuge or protection from your mother when you are guilty of something wrong or harmful
I'll hex you if you're dating me to aggravate your dad
I will cast a spell or curse on you if you are in a relationship with me merely to irritate or provoke your father
One day you're gonna make the wrong person mad
One day, you will anger someone who is not to be messed with or who will retaliate harshly
Your alibi ain't lookin' so ironclad
Your excuse or justification for your actions is not appearing as solid or unquestionable
My Alibi? Alabama. I'll run and hide
I claim that Alabama is my alibi, suggesting that I would flee and hide to avoid facing consequences
In the past I'm too full of pride for the truth
In the past, my excessive pride prevented me from admitting or embracing the truth
I'm an actor. I'm playing for you
I am pretending or acting a role specifically for your benefit or entertainment
Everybody knows you lie to save your face
It is widely known that you frequently lie in order to protect your reputation or avoid embarrassment
Any trust I had in you was sorely misplaced
Any confidence or reliance I had in you was completely misguided and in error
Every night I cry into my pillowcase
Every night, I find myself in tears, silently weeping into my pillow
I suggest you go and vanish, don't leave a trace
I recommend that you disappear completely, without leaving any evidence or indication of your presence
Leave no trace, huh? You want me to get sneakier
You sarcastically suggest that you want me to become even more covert or cunning, leaving behind no evidence of my actions
Even if I go away I'm still in your brain, eating yer
Even if I physically distance myself from you, I continue to occupy your thoughts and consume your mind
Thoughts, I'm a liar too so my words'll bounce around
My thoughts and presence linger in your mind because I am also a dishonest person, causing your thoughts to become confused or uncertain
And get caught in your head and then
Head for your heart as it starts to pound
My deceptive influence gets trapped in your mind and then spreads to your heart, causing it to beat faster with heightened emotions
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Written by: Daniel Dinkelman, Jenny Stevens
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