"The Neurotic Boy Outsiders", as they were initially known, began life as a group of friends jamming at the famous Viper Room simply for the fun of it, before recording "Neurotic Outsiders" for Madonna's Maverick label in 1996. They briefly toured across Europe and North America, before disbanding later in the year. They've reunited for a few shows in 1999 at the Viper Room, but no plans of continuing the band have been made. All members, aside from Taylor, have made appearances with Camp Freddy in recent years.
The Jerk
Neurotic Outsiders Lyrics
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Take your time, take your precious time
You're so blind, you're so really blind
But never you mind, cause I just came to grind
You re a bitch, I'm a jerk
I don't think that we can work
You're a brat, I'm a prick
I'm a cat you're a chick
I think you deserve one more lick
Come on down, come on down, come on down
Be yourself, please be yourself
You're so mean, do you know what I mean?
You're unkind, you're so not my kind
I need time, I need time to unwind
You're a bitch, I'm a jerk
I don't think that we will work
You're a brat, I'm a prick
I don't think that we will stick
I'm a cat, you're a chick
I think you deserve one more lick
Come on down, come on down, come on down
One more lick baby
I got the baby (i got the baby)
From the queenie (from the queenie)
She don't love me (she don't love me)
She don't want me (she don't want me)
I'm so blind (she don't love me)
I'm so fucking blind (she don't love me)
She's blowin' my mind (she don't want me)
She's blowin' my stupid mind
You're a bitch, I'm a jerk
I don't think this is gonna work
You're a brat, I'm a prick
I don't think that we will stick
You're a cunt, I'm a cock
Are you ready, ready to rock?
Come on down, come on down, come on down
The lyrics of Neurotic Outsider's song The Jerk seem to revolve around a turbulent and dysfunctional relationship. The opening lines signal a tone of indifference and resignation as the singer seems to suggest that they are immune to their partner's faults, however glaring they may be. The chorus underscores a sense of incompatibility and futility as they describe themselves as a 'jerk' and the partner as a 'bitch.' The singer seems to convey a sense of conflict and contempt towards their partner as they exchange insults and resolutely declare that their relationship isn't going to work.
The verses carry a mix of empathy and frustration, as the singer urges their partner to be true to themselves while also remarking on their unkindness and difference in attitude. The lines 'You're so mean, do you know what I mean? / You're unkind, you're so not my kind' suggest that the singer finds it difficult to connect with their partner because of their personality. The repeated refrain of 'Come on down, come on down, come on down' seems to signal a call for a resolution or a chance to start over.
Overall, The Jerk is a cynical and acrimonious take on a relationship that has lost its appeal. The use of irreverent language and insults suggests a lack of maturity and communication in the relationship that eventually leads to its demise. The lyrics convey the message that sometimes, no matter how much one tries, if two people are not compatible, they will not succeed in a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't mind, I don't really mind
I am not bothered, it doesn't bother me one bit
Take your time, take your precious time
Take your own time, you have as much time as you need
You're so blind, you're so really blind
You are completely unaware, you don't see what's coming
But never you mind, cause I just came to grind
Don't worry about it, I am here to do my own thing
You're a bitch, I'm a jerk
You are unpleasant, and I am unpleasant too
I don't think that we can work
I don't believe we can function together properly
You're a brat, I'm a prick
You are spoiled, and I am a difficult person
I don't think that we will stick
I believe that we cannot stay together
I'm a cat you're a chick
I am a cool person, and you are a young woman
I think you deserve one more lick
I think you deserve to be teased one more time
Come on down, come on down, come on down
Come down here, you should come down here to where I am
Be yourself, please be yourself
Just be yourself, it's all I ask
You're so mean, do you know what I mean?
You are very unpleasant, you understand what I'm saying?
You're unkind, you're so not my kind
You are not a kind person, you are not the kind of person I like
I need time, I need time to unwind
I need some time to relax and let go
One more lick baby
Just one more teasing thing, baby
I got the baby (i got the baby)
I got the girl that I wanted
From the queenie (from the queenie)
From the hot girl
She don't love me (she don't love me)
She doesn't love me back
She don't want me (she don't want me)
She doesn't want to accept my advances
I'm so blind (she don't love me)
I am blind to the fact that she doesn't love me back
I'm so fucking blind (she don't love me)
I am completely clueless that she doesn't have feelings for me
She's blowin' my mind (she don't want me)
She is confusing me, she doesn't want to date me
She's blowin' my stupid mind
She is confusing me so much, it's ridiculous
You're a cunt, I'm a cock
You are rude and unpleasant, and I am arrogant and difficult
Are you ready, ready to rock?
Are you prepared to let loose and have a good time?
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@Mrsilenciobackgammon
Duff’s entire transformation around this time was superhuman and is to be commended.
@MrJimbofox
The single most under-appreciated superband of all time.
@garyhillman4993
Ye under appreciated cos they were shight full stop. Dreamer
@yannjodry7917
Nope. He's right. You're wrong. Simply because I agree with him and I am the truth, I've always been. Thanks for your useful comment. Fucking awesome album. Now go play on a highway.
@BRIBrokenRecordsInternational
@@yannjodry7917 Specially for to play loud on a highway! Anti Stress method hahaha
@drdolan8202
LIAR…..!!!!!
@Katzeyes65
Agree
@ap-ql3os
Love this song! Loved John Taylor in this band! Wished they would've done more albums!
@McKay68Special
1/4 Sex Pistols + 1/5 Duran Duran + 2/5 G'n'R = Neurotic Outsiders. The soul of 3 great bands gets rid of their frontmen' egotrip and goes just for the joy of rock'n'roll...
@raydot
That's only 85% tho...