MU330's lineup has changed frequently, but the foundations of the band remained intact — Potthast, Diebold, Bell, and Moll.
The band is self-described as "psycho ska" and are known for their lively performances and a general ethic of fun and optimism. Their lyrics cover many topics, from racism to love songs to testicular cancer.
Fat and Married
MU330 Lyrics
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We need you,
We just can't breathe without you.
We love you,
We need you,
We just can't breathe without you.
You're happy, ecstatic,
Your life is so traumatic.
Here it comes.
We love you,
We need you,
We just can't breathe without you.
You're happy, ecstatic,
Your life is so traumatic.
A lifetime of wondering,
Just doesn't seem that appealing.
Here it comes.
Fat and married next thing buried,
What was comfort now is scary.
Fat and married next thing buried,
What was comfort now is scary.
Here it comes.
We love you,
We need you,
We just can't breathe without you.
You're happy, ecstatic,
Your life is so traumatic,
A lifetime of wondering,
Just doesn't seem that appealing.
Fat and married next thing buried,
What was comfort now is scary.
Fat and married next thing buried,
What was comfort now is scary.
Fat and married next thing buried,
What was comfort now is scary.
Here it comes.
The lyrics in MU330's "Fat and Married" reflect a sense of dependency and uncertainty about the future, particularly regarding the fear of losing comfort and security. The repeated phrase "We love you, we need you, we just can't breathe without you" creates a feeling of desperation for something or someone to hold onto. The irony in these words is that the person or thing being depended on (represented as "you") is happy and ecstatic, yet living a traumatic life. This suggests that the dependency is possibly unhealthy or one-sided.
The line "A lifetime of wondering just doesn't seem that appealing" portrays a sense of hopelessness and lack of direction, where the singer is resigned to a life of uncertainty. This could also be interpreted as a warning against settling for something out of fear of the unknown, as the consequences can be scary (represented as "Fat and married next thing buried, what was comfort now is scary").
Overall, the lyrics in "Fat and Married" convey a sense of longing for stability and security, while also acknowledging the potential negative consequences of relying solely on one thing or person for that sense of comfort.
Line by Line Meaning
We love you,
We are depending on you and relying on you emotionally.
We need you,
We cannot live without you and require your presence to be happy.
We just can't breathe without you.
Your absence causes us severe emotional distress and we feel suffocated without you.
You're happy, ecstatic,
You may appear to be content and thrilled but it could easily be a facade hiding your true feelings.
Your life is so traumatic,
Your existence could be filled with pain and suffering even if it isn't visibly apparent to outsiders.
A lifetime of wondering just doesn't seem that appealing.
Living a life of uncertainty and doubt doesn't seem like something to aim for or strive towards.
Fat and married next thing buried,
Being overweight and married could lead to premature death and being buried in a grave soon.
What was comfort now is scary.
What used to feel safe and reassuring now feels frightening and unsettling.
Here it comes.
We are repeating the same message again, implying that something ominous or unpleasant is approaching.
Contributed by Caleb O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.