Le Tigre was known for its left-wing politics and feminist lyrics, as well as adding multimedia and performance art to their live shows. As of 2010, Kathleen Hanna now plays in The Julie Ruin.
My My Metrocard
Le Tigre Lyrics
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I'm ready cause it's my day
Situation: it's all possible
Everything is going my way
My My Metrocard
My My Metrocard
My My Metrocard
Oh fuck
Giuliani
He's such
A fucking jerk
Shut down
All the stripbars
Workfare
Does not work
My My Metrocard
My My Metrocard
My My Metrocard
Think I'll go a little but then I go far
Next stop
Atlantic Avenue
Next stop
Christopher Street
Next stop
Transfer to the
Next stop
A,see, or E
The first verse of Le Tigre's song "My My Metrocard" sets a confident and empowered tone for the rest of the song. The lyrics "Off the pillow and into the air / I'm ready cause it's my day" suggest a sense of waking up with a purpose and feeling ready to take on whatever the day brings. The mention of "Situation: it's all possible / Everything is going my way" reinforces this feeling of limitless potential and a clear path forward.
However, the second verse abruptly shifts the tone of the song with a strong political message against former New York City mayor, Rudolph Giuliani. The lyrics "Oh fuck / Giuliani / He's such / A fucking jerk / Shut down / All the stripbars / Workfare / Does not work" highlight Le Tigre's opposition to Giuliani's policies on issues such as censorship and welfare reform. The use of explicit language emphasizes the frustration and anger towards the former mayor's actions.
Throughout the song, the repeated refrain of "My My Metrocard" serves as a reminder of the transportation system that connects the people of New York City, and how it can be used to foster a sense of independence and autonomy. The line "Think I'll go a little but then I go far" suggests the limitless possibilities that come with the ability to move freely around the city, and the confidence that comes with having control over one's own mobility.
Line by Line Meaning
Off the pillow and into the air
I am starting my day with energy and motivation.
I'm ready cause it's my day
I feel prepared to take on whatever challenges come my way today.
Situation: it's all possible
I believe that anything is within my reach if I work hard and stay positive.
Everything is going my way
I feel fortunate that things are currently working out for me.
My My Metrocard
My metro card is an important tool that I use to navigate the city and get where I need to go.
Think I'll go a little but then I go far
I am flexible and spontaneous about my plans; I may start out with a small goal but end up going further than I expected.
Oh fuck
Expressing frustration or anger.
Giuliani
Referring to former NYC mayor Rudolph Giuliani.
He's such
Describing Giuliani as a negative figure.
A fucking jerk
Expressing disdain for Giuliani's actions or personality.
Shut down
Giuliani is responsible for the closure of various adult entertainment establishments in New York City.
All the stripbars
Referring to strip clubs or other adult-oriented venues that were forced to close under Giuliani's policies.
Workfare
A public assistance program in which participants must work in order to receive benefits.
Does not work
The singer believes that Workfare is an ineffective program.
Next stop
Announcing the upcoming subway station or transfer point.
Atlantic Avenue
A subway station in New York City.
Christopher Street
A subway station in New York City.
Transfer to the
Encouraging the listener to change to a different subway line at the next station.
A, see, or E
Names of subway lines in New York City that the listener may need to transfer to.
Lyrics © TERRORBIRD PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: JOHANNA FATEMAN, KATHLEEN M HANNA
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