Good To Be Bad
Lordi (CrazyShark) Lyrics
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The cutest smiles
But it's all delusion
Knee socks
The sweetest eyes
It's just a grand illusion
They just gets better
Like saints full of sin
And again the constrictor queens
Will shed their skin
All the naughty lordi girls
They know it's good to be bad
They're gonna claw before they purr
They know it's good
Good to be bad
She-Hulk's
In a girl disguise
You'll fall into confusion
Now they might
Play it nice
But you're heading for an execution
When they're bad
They just gets better
Like saints full of sin
And again the constrictor queens
Will shed their skin
All the naughty lordi girls
They know it's good to be bad
They're gonna claw before they purr
They know it's good
Good to be bad
Yeah yeah yeah!
All the naughty lordi girls
They know it's good
They know it's good
All the naughty lordi girls
They know it's good to be bad
They're gonna claw before they purr
They know it's good
Good to be bad
All the naughty lordi girls
They know it's good to be bad
They're gonna claw before they purr
They know it's good
Good to be bad
The lyrics of "Good To Be Bad" by Lordi is about embracing one's rebellious side and not conforming to societal norms. The song talks about how society expects women to be innocent and sweet, but in reality, they can be just as wild and free as men. The lyrics mention various elements of a stereotypical "good girl" image, such as pigtails and knee socks, but asserts that it's all a facade. The chorus repeats the line "All the naughty Lordi girls, they know it's good to be bad," emphasizing the idea that stepping out of line can be liberating.
The song also touches on the idea that women who are seen as intimidating or powerful are often punished for it. The reference to She-Hulk suggests that strong women are perceived as threatening and are not accepted by society. However, the song encourages these women to continue being themselves, as that is what makes them unique and powerful. The final line "They're gonna claw before they purr" suggests that women should not be underestimated and can be just as fierce as any animal.
Line by Line Meaning
Pigtails
Referring to a hairstyle worn by young girls
The cutest smiles
Suggesting that these girls are innocent and attractive
But it's all delusion
Implying that their innocence is not real, and that they have hidden, darker sides
Knee socks
Referring to a type of hosiery worn by young girls
The sweetest eyes
Suggesting that these girls are charming and innocent-looking
It's just a grand illusion
Reiterating that their innocence is not genuine
When they're bad
Referring to their mischievous or naughty behavior
They just gets better
Implying that their bad behavior is a positive trait that adds to their charm and appeal
Like saints full of sin
Elevating their naughty behavior to a virtuous act, similar to a church saint who carries out acts of charity or similar deeds
And again the constrictor queens
Referring to powerful women who are capable of exerting control over men
Will shed their skin
Showing that these women are capable of changing and transforming themselves, much like a snake sheds its skin
All the naughty lordi girls
Referring to a group of women who have a reputation for being mischievous or rebellious
They know it's good to be bad
Suggesting that the women are aware that their mischievous behavior is attractive and desirable
They're gonna claw before they purr
Showing that the women will assert themselves before conceding, much like a cat who first asserts its dominance before purring contentedly
She-Hulk's
This is a reference to the comic book character She-Hulk, known for her strength and power
In a girl disguise
Implying that the women are hiding their true powers and capabilities
You'll fall into confusion
Suggesting that the men who encounter these women will be confused and unsure of how to react to their behavior
Now they might
Suggesting that the women have the option to choose whether to be naughty or nice
Play it nice
Implying that the women are capable of acting innocent or nice if they choose to do so
But you're heading for an execution
Asserting that the men who fall for these women are likely to be punished, much like an execution
Yeah yeah yeah!
An exclamation added for emphasis
All the naughty lordi girls
Referring back to the same group of mischievous, rebellious women
They know it's good
Again reiterating that the women are aware of their attractiveness and appeal
They know it's good to be bad
Suggesting that the women believe that their mischievous behavior is ultimately beneficial and adds to their appeal
They're gonna claw before they purr
Repeating the earlier assertion that the women will assert their dominance before conceding obedience or compliance
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: - MR AMEN, - MISS AWA, - MR KALMA, - MR KITA, - MR LORDI
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Lili Szabó
It's damn catchy, i quietly sang it during a family dinner without noticing... :(
RedDragonAutomaton97
This song is one of the many reasons THe Arockalypse is my favourite Lordi album. Along with Bringing Back The Balls To Rock, Who's Your Daddy, Supermonstars, Hard ROck Hallelujah, and my favourite Lordi song overall It Snows In Hell
Jessica Snape
Such an 80's sound. XD
Tricky 6
+Jessica Snape its cause mr lordi liked (when he was youn) that kind of music and sounds that is what we see back in his music
Marin Kokic
+Jessica Snape Yeah! Why are other bands removed this magic keyboard sound!?
Kathleen Foster
And who's a LORDI girl ..... I most certainly am
tina schricker
If "Lordi Girls" are the female fanbase of Lordi l defenitely am 🤘🤘🤘🤘
Tony McDonnell
You've made one mistake every time lordi comes up it should be LORDI not lordi other than that it is wicked