Mr. Clean
Millencolin (SWE) Lyrics
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to become so big and dumb
but I know you can change your lifestyle once again
It´s cool to be clean, if you know what I mean, yeah
when I gave you my favourite Chiquita shirt I gave it to a guy
who is cruel to everyone he meets and who shows the world he's incomplete
Mr.Clean tell me is that really you
I wonder what you've done to become so big and dumb
last time we met you beat me up that was no surprise
though I miss the days when you where nice, yeah
It's hard to believe that you don´t owe me shit
I'm well aware of what is yours and where to draw the lines
at least I have the right to write anything I think is right
Looking back at the days when we were friends
together as one we followed all the trends
but now a friend is less worth than a neggy trend.
The song "Mr. Clean" by Millencolin (SWE) is a commentary on the idea of people changing and straying away from their original values or persona. The lyrics speak to the singer's disappointment with someone they once knew, referred to as Mr. Clean, who has become arrogant, violent and selfish. The lyrics express a sadness and nostalgia for the past, when the two were friends and the world was simpler. The singer notes that Mr. Clean had once embraced a clean and positive lifestyle, but has since become "big and dumb" suggesting that he has changed for the worse. However, the singer also acknowledges that Mr. Clean has the ability to change his ways if he chooses to, "but I know you can change your lifestyle once again."
The chorus repeats the question "Mr. Clean tell me is that really you?" This could be interpreted as the singer questioning whether the person they are looking at is really the same person they once knew, or whether they have transformed into someone unrecognizable. The singer expresses a longing for the days when Mr. Clean was nice, but acknowledges that those days are over. The song is a reflection on how people can change, and how those changes can impact relationships and personal values.
Line by Line Meaning
Mr. Clean tell me is that really you, I wonder what you've done to become so big and dumb
I'm surprised to see you, Mr. Clean, and wonder what led you to become so foolish.
But I know you can change your lifestyle once again
I believe you still have the potential to make positive changes in your life.
It´s cool to be clean, if you know what I mean, yeah
Maintaining cleanliness is a positive and desirable trait.
when I gave you my favourite Chiquita shirt I gave it to a guy who is cruel to everyone he meets and who shows the world he's incomplete
I regret giving my shirt to someone like you, who mistreats others and appears to be struggling with personal issues.
Mr.Clean tell me is that really you, I wonder what you've done to become so big and dumb
I'm still perplexed by your current state and actions, Mr. Clean.
last time we met you beat me up that was no surprise
I wasn't shocked by your violent behavior last time we saw each other.
though I miss the days when you where nice, yeah
I remember a time when you were kinder, and I do miss that.
It's hard to believe that you don´t owe me shit
It's surprising that you don't feel any obligation to me, even given our history.
I'm well aware of what is yours and where to draw the lines
I have a clear understanding of what belongs to you, and where the boundaries lie.
at least I have the right to write anything I think is right
I'm entitled to express myself and my thoughts freely, as long as they are true and just.
Looking back at the days when we were friends
Reflecting on our past, when we were allies and had a positive connection.
together as one we followed all the trends
In the past we were unified in our interests and behavior, and went along with current fads and customs.
but now a friend is less worth than a neggy trend.
Unfortunately, nowadays negative trends and fads seem to hold more value than true and dependable friends.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: PAUL JOHN WELLER
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@andyottito1
Thank you Punk-O-Rama CD from the 90's that got me into Millencolin!
@user-td3mm5yk1n
Same here..
@1of437
PUNK O RAMA FTW!!
@chx377
Tony hawk got me to millencolin 🤦
@randmcknoxly
same for me... damn good punkorama
@marioklein3318
Oh man, good old Times! Oh shit, i am old...
@randymarsh5088
Back in the day . N64 . Smoking bowls . Eating fun dip . Riding my GT Raider. What happened to those days . Shit got real .
@wastegashsloshbucket5095
pffffffffffft back in the day..... quitter
@TheDukification
@Wastegash Sloshbucket ahahaha for real
@gussstavo
we was rich and didnt knew it