Backass
Karen O Lyrics
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You cannot eat this kind of love
Back off misfits
You shall not teach this kind of love
You cannot teach
You cannot eat
You cannot love
We're back, back, back, back
We're back, back, back, back
We'll back on up
We'll back on up
Back off misfits
You cannot teach this kind of love
Back off misfits
You cannot eat this kind of love
We're back, back, back on up
We're back, back, back on up
We're back, back, back, back, back, back, back, ooww
Back off misfits
You cannot teach this kind of love
Back off misfits
You cannot teach this kind of love
You cannot teach
You cannot eat
You cannot love
We're back, back, back, back, ooww
Leave me when I say I go
After all it's me you hardly know
After all it's all I see
Me and you and you and me
Back off misfits
(We're back, back, back on up)
Back off misfits
(We're back, back, back on up)
Back off misfits
(We're back, back, back, back, back, back, back, ooww)
The song "Backass" by Karen O Feat. Peaches is a declaration of love that is exclusive and not meant for those who do not fit in. Misfits are told to back off and not interfere with this kind of love, as they cannot understand or consume it. It is a love that cannot be taught, eaten or even loved, as it is unique and special.
The repetition of "We're back, back, back, back" is powerful and adds to the intensity of the statement being made. It is as if the singers are declaring that this kind of love has returned, and it is not going away anytime soon.
The lyrics also hint at a sense of vulnerability and insecurity when the singer says "Leave me when I say I go, after all it's me you hardly know." This line reveals that while the love being spoken of is strong, there are still doubts and uncertainties that come with it.
Overall, "Backass" is a bold and unapologetic declaration of love that is not meant for everyone.
Line by Line Meaning
Back off misfits
Warning to those who do not fit in and do not understand the kind of love being expressed.
You cannot eat this kind of love
This kind of love is not meant for everyone to consume, as it is unique and specific.
You shall not teach this kind of love
Misfits are not qualified to teach or spread this kind of love.
You cannot teach
It is impossible for misfits to instruct or guide the kind of love being conveyed.
You cannot eat
It is impossible for misfits to consume or experience this type of love.
You cannot love
Misfits cannot reciprocate or offer the same type of love being shown.
We're back, back, back, back
They have returned, emphasizing their resurgence and presence.
We'll back on up
They will retreat and regroup if necessary.
We're back, back, back on up
Further emphasizing their readiness to withdraw or resist against unwanted influence.
Leave me when I say I go
Allow them to leave when they have signaled their intent to do so.
After all it's me you hardly know
Considering that they are not well acquainted, the misfits have no right to infringe upon their actions and decisions.
After all it's all I see
This particular view or way of experincing things is all that they can see or understand.
Contributed by Aaron W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@fartsinabaggybella
Did you guys know that the deeper guy voice near the end singing the "Leave me when I say I go" part, that's Johnny Knoxville!:] He said he wasn't a good singer, but the girl wanted him to sing on the song. So he did!
@aaronmumbles3202
funniest time I've ever had in theaters. The whole room was rolling
@mcnamaraky
How the fuck did i never know this song existed despite having seen this movie a billion times and being a fan of both of these bands forever?
@FilipeFela
i'm ask myself the same thing
@awdadwadwad1723
Uhm it’s on outro so if you watched the movie billion times you also heard it..?
@MissOhMyGodItsMe
*Replaying Jackass Number 2 stunts in head* What a good tune.
@ssopaipai5885
Back of misfits! I GOT THIS STUCK IN MY HEAD AND NOW ITS A CATCHY SONG🌺 XD
@rogertyler2246
i heard this in the credits of jackass and thought it was sick.
@mufasa20
All i see is Chris Pontius doing his stupid dance
@caderoger
EXACTLY
EVEN 8 YEARS AFTER YOUR COMMENT