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Natalie Portman's Shaved Head (also known as NPSH) is an American indie rock/electronica band from Seattle, Washington. The group released its debut album in July 2008.
They were formed by Luke Smith and Shaun Libman, who met while attending high school in Seattle. Their early work was centered around keyboards and drum machines, the only instruments that the pair knew how to play at the time. The group expanded to a four piece before playing their first gig at the grand opening of 826 Seattle. Their name is a reference to Natalie Portman's physical appearance in the film V for Vendetta. The group's debut album, Glistening Pleasure, was released on Team Swan Records on July 15, 2008. The group then toured with CSS, Matt & Kim, and The Go! Team.
Black Wedding
Natalie Portman's Shaved Head Lyrics
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I had all the luck to find someone like you
Could you feel a real spark when you spoke to me
The whole city was gonna lay down at our feet
But baby it's been driving me crazy
It's been awful lately moving so slow
Tellin' me you tried can't make it right
You're wasting my time all on your dime
So you told me to write a song for you
Said it's easy to do
It's not like you're curing cancer
I don't know if you deserve my love
One-two punch hit you like a boxing glove
You never stood up front for me
I'm gonna leave
'Cause baby it's bee driving me crazy
It's been awful lately
I've got to go
Listen up ladies!
When a man comes into your life and promises he's gonna give you the world
But really he thinks you're just a little girl
You gotta move on and learn to stand up strong
And grow your hair long and be a diva
The song “Black Wedding” by Natalie Portman’s Shaved Head is about a relationship that has run its course. The first verse describes a night out drinking champagne with someone the singer lucked out finding, indicating they were once happy together. However, the singer no longer feels blissful, and “baby it’s been driving me crazy” emphasizes how much it’s bothering them. The lines “can’t make it right, you’re wasting my time all on your dime” convey a sense of unfairness and how the person they’re with is stringing them along.
The second verse refers to the request to write a song for the significant other, which is not a difficult task as it doesn’t involve “curing cancer." However, these phrases also insinuate that maybe the loved one doesn’t deserve attention or affection because they are not reciprocating enough. The bridge has a message addressed to all women, advising them that if someone promises the world but treats them like a child, they should leave, stand strong, grow their hair, and be a diva. Musically, the upbeat tempo of the song contrasts with the lyrics' overall negative tone, making it feel more like a playful taunt than a heartbreak anthem.
Line by Line Meaning
We were sipping champagne out of plastic cups
We were attempting to feel luxurious by consuming champagne, even though it was from cheap cups.
I had all the luck to find someone like you
I feel very fortunate to have found someone as great as you.
Could you feel a real spark when you spoke to me
Did you feel a genuine connection between us when we were talking?
The whole city was gonna lay down at our feet
We seemed to have everything in the world going for us and everyone was envious of our success.
But baby it's been driving me crazy
My dear, this situation has been causing me to feel insane.
It's been awful lately moving so slow
Recently, it's felt unbearable because time has been passing far too slowly.
Ohhh why can't you look in my eyes
Oh, why can't you make eye contact with me?
Tellin' me you tried can't make it right
Even if you tell me you did your best, it won't fix the situation.
You're wasting my time all on your dime
You're spending your money on us, but it's not worth the time you're taking from me.
So you told me to write a song for you
You requested that I create a song specifically for you.
Said it's easy to do
You believed that it wouldn't be difficult for me to make this song for you.
It's not like you're curing cancer
It's not as if you're saving people's lives like a doctor would, so making this song isn't really that important.
I don't know if you deserve my love
I'm not sure whether you're worthy of my affection.
One-two punch hit you like a boxing glove
I hit you with two hurtful statements, similar to a boxer using a punch.
You never stood up front for me
You never prioritized me or stood up for me in situations where it mattered.
I'm gonna leave
I have decided to end this relationship.
'Cause baby it's bee driving me crazy
Darling, this situation has been making me feel insane.
It's been awful lately
Recently, it's been incredibly crummy.
I've got to go
I need to leave this situation.
Listen up ladies!
Hey, listen carefully women!
When a man comes into your life and promises he's gonna give you the world
When a man enters your life and guarantees that he'll fulfill all your dreams.
But really he thinks you're just a little girl
Secretly, he views you as a minor, insignificant being.
You gotta move on and learn to stand up strong
You must progress and grow stronger, becoming more assertive in your beliefs.
And grow your hair long and be a diva
Also, grow out your hair and become a fabulous, confident diva.
Contributed by Savannah B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.