Marvin Aborca Sotelo (Born March 3, 1987) who usually goes by M.A. Sotelo or "Knife" Sotelo, he is better known by Knife, Knifer, or Knifey. He is an American gangster as well as a rapper, producer, occultist, writer, and record executive from East Los Angeles, California. He is also the only rapper of Filipino and Spaniard descent to be labeled under Chicano rap since the genre is mainly rappers of Mexican descent.
Not to be confused with Swedish electronica act The Knife.
Na Na Na
Knife Lyrics
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Got a home, a dog and a man to call my own
Every month
I've got my period
To take care of
And to collect in blue tampons
Na na na
I've got mace, pepper-spray
And some shoes that runs faster than a rapist rapes
What I need is chemical castrations, hope and godspeed
Na na na
Na na na
What I need is chemical castrations, hope and godspeed...
The lyrics to Knife (The)'s song Na Na Na are both powerful and thought-provoking. The opening lines, "I've got soul in my bones, Got a home, a dog and a man to call my own" indicate the singer's sense of grounding and sense of self, as well as her sense of companionship and security in her life. However, the following lines, "Every month, I've got my period, To take care of, And to collect in blue tampons" demonstrate the physical realities and challenges faced by women, highlighting the societal stigma and taboo surrounding menstruation.
The later lines become even more intense, "I've got mace, pepper-spray, And some shoes that runs faster than a rapist rapes, What I need is chemical castrations, hope and godspeed" depicting the harsh reality of living with a constant sense of danger and fear, particularly as a woman. The singer desires a world where women are not constantly in danger and do not have to constantly prepare and arm themselves against potential attackers. The choice of "chemical castrations" as a solution to this issue is both controversial and thought-provoking, as it raises questions about the ethics of such a solution and the deeper societal issues that need to be addressed.
Overall, the lyrics of Na Na Na are a poignant commentary on the experience of many women, conveying a sense of strength, resilience, and hope in the face of an often cruel and dangerous world.
Line by Line Meaning
I've got soul in my bones
I have a strong sense of self and spirit within me
Got a home, a dog and a man to call my own
I have a sense of security and belonging through my relationships and living situation
Every month
On a regular basis
I've got my period
I am experiencing menstruation
To take care of
To tend to my health needs during this time
And to collect in blue tampons
Using blue tampons to collect menstrual blood
Na na na
Repeating a nonspecific phrase for emphasis or rhythm
I've got mace, pepper-spray
I have defensive weapons to protect myself
And some shoes that runs faster than a rapist rapes
I have shoes that allow me to flee from danger quickly
What I need is chemical castrations, hope and godspeed
I desire extreme measures to prevent sexual assault, as well as the emotional support and divine intervention to cope with these fears
Na na na
Repeating a nonspecific phrase for emphasis or rhythm
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: KARIN ELIZABETH DREIJER ANDERSSON, OLOF BJORN DREIJER
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