Teenage Dirtbag
Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox feat. Jax Lyrics
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I have a dream about her
She rings my bell
I got gym class in half an hour
Oh how she rocks
In Keds and tube socks
But she doesnā²t know who I am
So come on, come on, come on, come on
Iā²m just a teenage dirtbag baby
I'm just a teenage dirtbag baby
Listen to Iron Maiden baby with me
No oh oh oh oh
Her boyfriend's nameā²s Jay
He brings a gun to school
And heā²d simply kick
My ass if he knew the truth
He lives on my block
And he drives an Iroc
But he doesn't know who I am
And he doesnā²t give a damn about me
I'm just a teenage dirtbag baby
Iā²m just a teenage dirtbag baby
Listen to Iron Maiden baby with me
No oh oh oh oh
Oh, yeah, dirtbag
She doesn't know what sheā²s missing
Oh, yeah, dirtbag
She doesn't know what she's missing
Man I feel like mould
Itā²s prom night and I am lonely
Lo and behold
Sheā²s walking over to me
This must be fake
My lip starts to shake
How does she know who I am?
And why does she give a damn about me?
So come on, come on, come on
I've got two tickets to Iron Maiden baby
Come with me Friday, donā²t say maybe
I'm just a teenage dirtbag baby like you
No oh oh oh oh
Iā²m just a teenage dirtbag baby like you
The song "Teenage Dirtbag" by Postmodern Jukebox feat. Jax is a lively and energizing track that reflects on teenage romance and stardom. The song tells the story of a boy who has a crush on a girl named Noelle. He dreams about her and is infatuated by her, but she doesn't even give him the time of day. He daydreams about Noelle, who he describes as a teenage dirtbag, rocking in her Keds and tube socks. The singer invites Noelle to go to an Iron Maiden Concert with him, but she declines. Later, at prom, the singer is surprised when Noelle approaches him, and they hit it off.
Behind the catchy melody and lyrics, the song deals with teenage angst, wanting something that you can't have and feeling like an outsider. The actual term "dirtbag" is used to describe Noelle, but it is clear by the end of the song that she was only being a typical teenager, indifferent to the hero's feelings. The music and words of the song reflect the experience of many young people, evoking nostalgia for the awkward teenage years and the mistakes and fumbles of youth.
Line by Line Meaning
Her name is Noelle
Introducing the girl to whom the song is dedicated to - Noelle.
I have a dream about her
The singer is dreaming of Noelle.
She rings my bell
Noelle excites him just by being around him.
I got gym class in half an hour
The artist doesn't have much time to focus on Noelle because he has gym class coming up soon.
Oh how she rocks
He's impressed with the way Noelle presents herself.
In Keds and tube socks
Noelle's style is simple and casual.
But she doesn't know who I am
Although he's smitten with her, Noelle doesn't know him personally.
And she doesn't give a damn about me
Noelle has no interest in the artist.
So come on, come on, come on, come on
He's imploring Noelle to give him a chance.
I'm just a teenage dirtbag baby
He's admitting that he's not popular or wealthy.
Listen to Iron Maiden baby with me
Despite this, he wants to share an experience with her - listening to music together.
No oh oh oh oh
Refrain.
Her boyfriend's name's Jay
Noelle is already in a relationship with someone named Jay.
He brings a gun to school
Jay is dangerous and carries a weapon to school.
And he'd simply kick my ass if he knew the truth
The singer fears Jay's reaction if he discovered the singer's feelings for Noelle.
He lives on my block
Jay is the artist's neighbor.
And he drives an Iroc
Jay is driving a sports car which is expensive, unlike the artist.
But he doesn't know who I am
Jay doesn't know the singer either.
And he doesn't give a damn about me
Jay has no interest in the singer.
Oh, yeah, dirtbag
Refrain to remind the artist of who he is.
She doesn't know what she's missing
Despite not seeing the artist's worth, Noelle is missing out on good qualities he has.
Man I feel like mold
The artist feels dejected like he's less than nothing.
It's prom night and I am lonely
It's prom night, and the singer is feeling extra lonely and left out.
Lo and behold
Suddenly and unexpectedly, something incredible happens.
She's walking over to me
Noelle is approaching him.
This must be fake
The singer is in disbelief that Noelle is approaching him.
My lip starts to shake
He's nervous and shaking because he doesn't know how to respond.
How does she know who I am?
He's confused and surprised that Noelle knows of him.
And why does she give a damn about me?
He's overwhelmed with a sense of confusion and disbelief that Noelle would have any interest in him at all.
I've got two tickets to Iron Maiden, baby
The singer saved two Iron Maiden tickets just in case he was able to win Noelle over.
Come with me Friday, don't say maybe
He wants Noelle to join him to see the concert, and doesn't want to take no for an answer.
I'm just a teenage dirtbag baby like you
He reminds her that they have in common that they're both teenage dirtbags who don't fit social norms.
No oh oh oh oh
Refrain.
Writer(s): Brendan Brown
Contributed by Lila Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@theleelagaming
That drummer looks like the happiest drummer on the planet. Smiles the whole time. Looks like he is having so much fun. Nice man
@_what._.
Yes, i love that
@Huviguti
Weed, indeed... xD
@andersbodving4510
Check out the drummer in Iron Maiden, the man is having the best damn time every time he's playing (Highly recommend the video to Different World, the video is of when they recorded the actual track for the album)
@kellybellows7545
My gawd, yes. That voice, golden! Can't wait to purchase this one!
@reubensequoia3736
Rahhhhhhhhhhh...i love youuuu
@postmodernjukebox
it's available here;)
http://smarturl.it/pmjdirtbag
@0masuk0
Wait no more!
@davidvelano5158
Fox Vivien Grey i cant believe how many people dont even recognize who this girl is. Makes me sad, Shes Jax, runner up from American Idol S15
@kellybellows7545
David Velano it makes you sad that people don't watch American Idol? No one did, that's why it's off air. It's all rigged anyway. Lol! I watched The Voice for the first time this season...and watched beautiful talent get sent on their way while semi-talented Karaoke singers stayed. AGT did great with Grace...then in the UK, talent was flushed for a comical "act" that the judges actually took seriously. Two words: Honey G. That's why I don't watch. I'd rather see her here where she's appreciated.