I Wanna
Skinny Knowledge Lyrics


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VERSE 1:

I’m just here because I wanna party
I’m just here because I’m broken hearted
Cos I’m down, and I’m out
And I wanna rock n roll

VERSE 2:

I threw out your tape because I hate it
We fell out of love because you faked it
Now I’m down, and I’m out

CHORUS:

And I wanna rock n’ roll
I wanna rock n’ roll
I wanna rock n’ roll
I wanna rock n’ roll

VERSE 3:

Smoking cigarettes because I’m wasted
You told be to quit cos how it tasted
So I did, and it sucked - what the fuck!

VERSE 4:

I guess I should finish what I started
Cos I’m over being broken hearted




Done being down, done being out
I wanna rock n roll

Overall Meaning

In the first verse of "I Wanna" by Skinny Knowledge, the singer expresses their desire to party and rock and roll. They convey a sense of emotional distress, mentioning that they are at the gathering because they are broken-hearted and feeling down and out. This sets the tone for the song, reflecting on a mix of pain and the need for an outlet through music and revelry.


The second verse delves into a past relationship that ended poorly, with the singer discarding a tape symbolizing a connection that they now despise. The lyrics suggest that the partner was insincere, leading to the falling out of love. The repetition of feeling down and out further emphasizes their emotional state, indicating that they are seeking solace and release through rock and roll.


The chorus serves as a powerful and straightforward declaration of the singer's desire to rock and roll, repeating the phrase to emphasize their longing for that release and catharsis. The repetition underscores the urgency and intensity of their need for music and its liberating energy to help them through their troubles.


In the final verse, the singer reflects on their self-destructive behavior, such as smoking cigarettes while feeling wasted and disregarding advice to quit. Despite the struggles and setbacks they have faced, there is a sense of defiance and determination in the lines. The desire to finish what was started and move past the heartbreak signifies a turning point, as they declare their readiness to leave behind their feelings of being down and out and embrace the power of rock and roll as a means of empowerment and liberation.


Line by Line Meaning

I’m just here because I wanna party
I am attending this event solely for the purpose of enjoying myself and having a good time.


I’m just here because I’m broken hearted
I am present at this place because I am feeling emotionally hurt and vulnerable.


Cos I’m down, and I’m out
Because I am feeling sad and defeated.


And I wanna rock n roll
I want to lose myself in the music and experience the exhilaration of rock and roll.


I threw out your tape because I hate it
I got rid of your music because I did not enjoy it.


We fell out of love because you faked it
Our relationship ended because you were not honest or genuine.


Now I’m down, and I’m out
Currently feeling low and defeated.


And I wanna rock n’ roll
I desire to engage in the high-energy and liberating experience of rocking out.


Smoking cigarettes because I’m wasted
I am smoking cigarettes due to feeling intoxicated or under the influence.


You told be to quit cos how it tasted
You advised me to stop smoking because of the unpleasant taste.


So I did, and it sucked - what the fuck!
I followed your advice and stopped smoking, but the experience was disappointing and frustrating.


I guess I should finish what I started
I should follow through on my intentions and complete what I began.


Cos I’m over being broken hearted
Because I have moved past the pain of a broken heart.


Done being down, done being out
I am no longer feeling sad or defeated.


I wanna rock n roll
I am eager to engage in the energetic and freeing experience of rock and roll music.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Andrew Leslie-Smith, Matthew Bigland

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Comments from YouTube:

@henriktikobdenmark

great song, keep on rocking

@wesoneill5061

BANGER!

@marcjamesjamos

Great song! Glad to have found such a rocking band!

@user-dv7vv5tk1m

Just saw u live again from newport wales 2 see u guys live second time fuckin sick, keep it up guys blowen my ears

@user-dv7vv5tk1m

Just got home, last nite as raw me and 2 friends come to see you guys and ur all so talented, I wanna come see you again so get some signed CDs ready coz any day now u guys are guna be famous and I want signatures b4 ur 2 busy on MTV showing the world your skills. To anybody reading this these are a must see live band so much energy!

@flowhustle3116

Tight budget on this one?

@SkinnyKnowledge

We had to get creative, to say the least 😅

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