I'm a Sheila
Jenny Talia Lyrics


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Born in Kalgoorlie I started early
Had my first VB when I was 13
Just one of the boys had all of the toys
What I didn′t have I got by fLIRTING
Got me first ute and had me first root yeah
I popped me cherry the outback way
I'm a chick who gets what I need
And theres shitloads more like me
I′M A SHEILA RAISED IN AUSTRALIA
COP A FELL YEAH I'LL BLOODY BRAIN YA
I go to B&S balls to hear the mating calls
Of my people getting their rocks off
We play Kernaghan loud we're country music proud
Come here sunshine get ya jocks off
Might be wearing taffeta but it doesn′t matter but
I′ll never part with me Blundstone boots
They're me one purpose shoe for all
From shearing sheep to kicking you in the balls
I′M A SHEILA RAISED IN AUSTRALIA
COP A FELL YEAH I'LL BLOODY BRAIN YA
The best country in the whole wide world
Breeds a unique one of a kind girl
Raise your glass if you all agree ya
And come and get some Aussie sheila
Love rolling in red dirt wont catch me in a skirt
Me best mates me blue heeler Boomer
Tattoo on me back six inch Aussie flag
Matching one on me vag not just a rumor
Some call me a bogan they dont even know me
I′m everything wrapped up in one girl
A tough chick with a soft heart and
A great rack and a nice arse
I'M A SHEILA RAISED IN AUSTRALIA
COP A FELL YEAH I′LL BLOODY BRAIN YA
Could live on lamination bites the smell of Vegemite
If the pavlova's right I'll guts the whole cake
I serve at Aussie rules think cricket′s wicked cool
I′d drool to see Clarky's baby maker
Don′t give a shit about flies Just not on me pies
Call em chips not fries ok mate?
Foster's tastes like piss
You couldn′t pay me to drink that shit
I'M A SHEILA RAISED IN AUSTRALIA
COP A FELL YEAH I′LL BLOODY BRAIN YA
My hero's are all Aussie, Frazier and Kochie
Bert Newton, Kevin Bloody Wilson
No matter how you roll our Pollies are arseholes
I'd totally pash Russel Crowe if I met him
The best holiday is Bali anyway
I watch Home & Away ever night
I love me mates and I love me Mum
I′m just a girl who wants to have fun




I′M A SHEILA RAISED IN AUSTRALIA
COP A FELL YEAH I'LL BLOODY BRAIN YA

Overall Meaning

The song "I'm a Sheila" by Jenny Talia is an autobiographical account of the singer growing up as a female in Australia. She claims her roots from Kalgoorlie, a small town in Western Australia. The lyrics describe her as an Australian girl who knows how to live her life, has a clear sense of identity, and is proud of her country, people, and culture. From an early age, she was accustomed to drinking beer and flirting with boys, and she proudly embodies the stereotypical image of a rough-and-tumble Aussie girl.


Talia talks about how she had her first ute and lost her virginity in the outback way. She attends B&S(Bachelors and Spinsters) Balls and loves the mating calls of her people getting their rocks off. Additionally, she loves country music, tattoos, her blue heeler Boomer, and her Blundstone boots which serve the purpose of either shearing sheep or kicking a guy in the balls. She loves laminated pies, Vegemite, and pavlova but cannot tolerate Foster's beer. Talia's lyrics are humorous, unapologetic, and empowering, as she takes pride in being a typical Aussie girl.


Overall, Jenny Talia's "I'm a Sheila" is a cheeky yet profound song that celebrates the Australian lifestyle from a woman's perspective. It embodies and reinforces the cultural norms, including drinking, flirting, and owning a car, traditionally seen as male pursuits in Australian society, providing a perspective from the powerful position of a female Aussie.


Line by Line Meaning

Born in Kalgoorlie I started early
I was born and raised in the Australian town of Kalgoorlie and started living my wild, carefree life at a young age.


Had my first VB when I was 13
At 13 years old, I started drinking VB (Victoria Bitter), a popular Australian beer.


Just one of the boys had all of the toys
Despite being a girl, I hung out with and acted just like the boys, and had all of the toys and things they had.


What I didn′t have I got by flirting
If I wanted something I didn't have, I would flirt my way into getting it.


Got me first ute and had me first root yeah
I got my first utility vehicle and had my first sexual encounter, in a true Outback fashion.


I'm a chick who gets what I need
I'm a resourceful and determined woman who always gets what I want.


And theres shitloads more like me
There are many other women like me in Australia who are tough and independent.


I′M A SHEILA RAISED IN AUSTRALIA
I am a woman who was born and raised in Australia, and I'm proud of it.


COP A FELL YEAH I'LL BLOODY BRAIN YA
If someone were to grab me without my consent, I would not hesitate to defend myself with physical force.


I go to B&S balls to hear the mating calls
I attend Bachelor and Spinster (B&S) balls, which are social events in rural areas of Australia where singles go to meet and hook up.


Of my people getting their rocks off
I enjoy listening to my fellow Australians having a good time and engaging in sexual activities.


We play Kernaghan loud we're country music proud
At these events, we listen to loud country music, and we are proud of our country heritage.


Come here sunshine get ya jocks off
Hey, good-looking person, come over here and take off your underpants.


Might be wearing taffeta but it doesn′t matter but
I might be dressed in fancy taffeta clothing, but what really matters to me is being true to my Australian roots.


I′ll never part with me Blundstone boots
I will never give up my Blundstone boots, which are sturdy boots designed for manual labor, as they are a symbol of my rugged and hardworking nature.


They're me one purpose shoe for all
I wear these boots for any purpose or occasion, as they are extremely versatile.


From shearing sheep to kicking you in the balls
I use my boots for everything from shearing sheep to defending myself in a fight.


I′M A SHEILA RAISED IN AUSTRALIA
Once again, I want to emphasize that I am a woman who was born and raised in Australia, and I'm proud of it.


COP A FELL YEAH I'LL BLOODY BRAIN YA
I want to remind everyone that if you touch me inappropriately, there will be consequences.


The best country in the whole wide world
I truly believe that Australia is the best country in the world.


Breeds a unique one of a kind girl
Growing up in Australia has made me a unique and one-of-a-kind woman.


Raise your glass if you all agree ya
If you agree with me, let's raise our glasses in a toast.


And come and get some Aussie sheila
And if you want to meet more women like me, come to Australia and meet some Aussies.


Love rolling in red dirt wont catch me in a skirt
I love getting dirty and playing in the red dirt of the Outback, and I'm not a fan of wearing skirts.


Me best mates me blue heeler Boomer
My best friend is my dog, a blue heeler named Boomer.


Tattoo on me back six inch Aussie flag
I have a tattoo on my back of the Australian flag, which is six inches in size.


Matching one on me vag not just a rumor
Contrary to what people may say, it is true that I have a matching tattoo on my genital area.


Some call me a bogan they dont even know me
Some people call me a bogan, which is a derogatory term used in Australia to describe someone who is uncultured and of a lower social class, but they really don't know me or my upbringing.


I′m everything wrapped up in one girl
I'm complex and multifaceted, containing many different aspects that make up who I am as a person.


A tough chick with a soft heart and
Although I present as tough and strong, I also have a caring and sensitive side to my personality.


A great rack and a nice arse
I also happen to have a nice physical appearance, with a large chest and attractive buttocks.


Could live on lamination bites the smell of Vegemite
I could easily subsist on small, snack-sized food items and love the smell of Vegemite, a savory Australian spread made from yeast extract.


If the pavlova's right I'll guts the whole cake
I have a sweet tooth and love eating pavlova, a popular Australian dessert made from meringue and fruit.


I serve at Aussie rules think cricket′s wicked cool
I work as a server at Australian rules football games and enjoy watching cricket.


I′d drool to see Clarky's baby maker
I find cricketer Michael Clarke very attractive and would love to see his genitals.


Don′t give a shit about flies Just not on me pies
I don't care much about flies, but I don't want them on my meat pies, a popular Australian food item.


Call em chips not fries ok mate?
In Australia, we refer to French fries as chips, so please use the correct term.


Foster's tastes like piss
I don't like the taste of Foster's beer and think it tastes like urine.


You couldn′t pay me to drink that shit
I dislike Foster's beer so much that I wouldn't even drink it if someone paid me to.


My hero's are all Aussie, Frazier and Kochie
My favorite celebrities and role models are all Australian, such as former boxer Joe Frazier and television presenter David Koch.


Bert Newton, Kevin Bloody Wilson
Other Australian celebrities I admire include Bert Newton, a television personality, and Kevin Bloody Wilson, a comedian.


No matter how you roll our Pollies are arseholes
Regardless of political affiliation, I believe that all politicians in Australia are corrupt and untrustworthy.


I'd totally pash Russel Crowe if I met him
If I ever met actor Russell Crowe, I would definitely want to passionately kiss him.


The best holiday is Bali anyway
In my opinion, the best vacation destination is Bali.


I watch Home & Away ever night
I make it a point to watch the Australian soap opera Home and Away every night.


I love me mates and I love me Mum
I have a strong bond with my friends and family members, particularly my mother.


I′m just a girl who wants to have fun
Overall, I'm a fun-loving girl who wants to enjoy life to the fullest.


COP A FELL YEAH I′LL BLOODY BRAIN YA
One final reminder: if you touch me inappropriately, I will not hesitate to defend myself with physical force.




Writer(s): Tj Bryant

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