Tomas "Ace" Forsberg (1966-2004) was the frontman and creative force behind… Read Full Bio ↴Tomas "Ace" Forsberg (1966-2004) was the frontman and creative force behind the influential swedish band Bathory, in which he went by his stage name Quorthon - a name he claims he picked out of a list of demons.

In 1993 Quorthon set Bathory aside and recorded and released two albums under the name "Quorthon". The first was Album released in 1994, and Purity of Essence followed in 1997. The albums were more Grunge/Rock oriented than Bathory's Black Metal/Viking Metal style. While working on these albums he found new inspiration to continue composing music for Bathory.

Daddy's Girl
Quorthon Lyrics

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Going to school she learned to read and write
So much is new and life's full of wrong and right
Homework is done life has just begun
Hello world here's daddy's girl
Waking up early morning living in her own place
Taking a shower staring in the mirror at a tired face
Something for breakfast doing her face
Feeding her pet just like every other day

Still she isn't knowing when she's locking the door and going to her work
That in the morning next day she won't sleep alone
Later on in the evening she'll be riding on a feeling
Still she's somehow gonna be needing just a beer more or two
Daddy's girl, here's daddy's little girl
Daddy's girl, here's daddy's little girl
Party and music feels like this night could last a lifetime
Ain't gonna lose this feeling tonight she'll leave it all behind
A kiss and a hug from one of those guys
But she leaves with another in a cab in the night
Unlocking the door she's weary she can feel his heavy breathin'
Not too sure if she's still playin' a game or if she really feels like screwing
Is this really loving she is feeling really nothing
Still she is letting him proceed with whatever that is he is doing
Daddy's girl...
A kiss and a hug from one of those guys
But she leaves with another in a cab in the night
Who thinks of protection or the choice of rejection

When he is just about all done and her head is dizzy from all the free beers
Daddy's girl...

Overall Meaning

The song "Daddy's Girl" by Quorthon tells the story of a young woman who is living on her own and trying to navigate the world around her. The first verse establishes her as a smart and capable person who is just starting out in life. She is Daddy's girl, but she is also her own person now. As the song progresses, we see her going through the motions of her day-to-day life, but also indulging in partying and casual sex. She is searching for something, but it's not clear what. The line "Is this really loving she is feeling really nothing" suggests that she is not finding the fulfillment she is looking for in these experiences.

The chorus, "Daddy's girl, here's daddy's little girl," is an interesting and somewhat ambiguous phrase. It could be read as a simple description of her relationship with her father, or it could suggest that she is still seeking his approval or guidance in some way. Either way, it underscores the fact that she is still young and figuring things out. The final verse includes some darker imagery, with the implication that she may have slept with a stranger without protection and is now dealing with the consequences. The song ends on an unresolved note, leaving us with the sense that she is still searching for something and still struggling to find her place in the world.

Overall, "Daddy's Girl" is a complex and evocative song that captures the uncertainty and confusion of young adulthood. Its themes of independence, identity, and the search for meaning are all timeless and relatable.

Line by Line Meaning

Going to school she learned to read and write
As a child, she received the basic education and learned the importance of literacy

So much is new and life's full of wrong and right
Life is full of challenges, and one has to learn to distinguish right from wrong

Homework is done life has just begun
Completing homework is a small part of life, and there are larger battles to be fought

Hello world here's daddy's girl
As she steps out into the world, she is reminded that she is her father's daughter

Waking up early morning living in her own place
She now sleeps in a place of her own and wakes up to face the day ahead

Taking a shower staring in the mirror at a tired face
She is tired and reflective as she prepares herself for the day

Something for breakfast doing her face
She multitasks, doing her makeup while preparing her breakfast

Feeding her pet just like every other day
She tends to her pet's needs, as she does every day

Still she isn't knowing when she's locking the door and going to her work
She is not always aware of the risks she faces as she steps out to go to work

That in the morning next day she won't sleep alone
She sometimes spends the night with someone she meets at a party or bar

Later on in the evening she'll be riding on a feeling
She enjoys the thrill of the moment and lives in the present

Still she's somehow gonna be needing just a beer more or two
She relies on alcohol to enhance her experience and make it more enjoyable

Daddy's girl, here's daddy's little girl
Despite her newfound independence, she is still her father's daughter

Party and music feels like this night could last a lifetime
She is caught up in the moment and feels like the night will last forever

Ain't gonna lose this feeling tonight she'll leave it all behind
She is determined to enjoy the moment and forget about her problems

A kiss and a hug from one of those guys
She receives attention from guys at the party

But she leaves with another in a cab in the night
She decides to leave the party with someone else

Unlocking the door she's weary she can feel his heavy breathin'
She is apprehensive as she enters her home with her companion

Not too sure if she's still playin' a game or if she really feels like screwing
She is unsure if she truly wants what is about to happen, or if it is just a game to her

Is this really loving she is feeling really nothing
She questions if what she is feeling is love, or if it is just physical pleasure with no emotional connection

Still she is letting him proceed with whatever that is he is doing
Regardless of her doubts, she allows him to continue with their physical interaction

Who thinks of protection or the choice of rejection
She is not always mindful of the potential risks of unprotected sex or the power of saying no

When he is just about all done and her head is dizzy from all the free beers
After their interaction is over, she is left feeling overwhelmed and intoxicated

Daddy's girl...
She is still her father's daughter, despite her choices and experiences

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