White Trash
Junior Senior Lyrics
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white trash, who don't call me that baby
you know I love you baby
but don't you think that maybe
the way you talk down to me
sends a chill right through me
white trash, don't call me that
sends a chill right through me
The song "White Trash" by Junior Senior is about the hurtful impact of derogatory language and how it can affect a person's self-esteem. The lyrics reflect on the pain caused by being called "white trash" and how it can make someone feel belittled and devalued. There is a plea for the person using the term not to say it, with the repetition of "don't call me that" emphasizing the importance of not using derogatory language.
The lyrics also reveal a complicated relationship where the person professing their love is also the one using hurtful language. The lyrics suggest that although love is present, the use of derogatory language can undermine that love and make the relationship dysfunctional. The singer's response to the derogatory language is to feel "chilled," revealing the emotional damage caused by it. In this way, the song encourages listeners to be kind with their language and mindful of the impact words can have on others.
Line by Line Meaning
white trash, don't call me that
Please do not refer to me as 'white trash'
white trash, who don't call me that baby
I implore you not to call me 'white trash'
you know I love you baby
I have feelings for you, my dear
but don't you think that maybe
Perhaps it would be reasonable to consider
the way you talk down to me
Your condescending and belittling words towards me
sends a chill right through me
They cause me to feel quite uncomfortable and uneasy
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JESPER MORTENSEN
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