Angst
Slutface Lyrics
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I like the tall ones and the awkward ones
The ones with hair in their eyes
I like the way they read their books
I like the way that they quote film
I like the way that they have big dreams
And the way they look at you
And they want Zoey Deschanel
But I'm a flesh and blood real person
You can all just go to hell
Take your misogyny
And your fake ideals
Take your wet dreams
And your "I feels"
Screw you sad assed boys in Smiths shirts
This hurts
Go to hell
I like the Slaters and the Cusacks
I like those boom box toting fools
I like the hipster boys with skinny jeans
That always have the blues
I like the way they drink their coffee
I like the way they stoop to talk
I like the way they dance at parties
And how they have to quote The Cure
But they want manic pixie dream girls
And they want Zoey Deschanel
But I'm a flesh and blood real person
You can all just go to hell
Take your misogyny
And your fake ideals
Take your wet dreams
And your "I feels"
Screw you sad assed boys in Smiths shirts
This hurts
Go to hell
A-N-G-S-T
A little angst for me
A-N-G-S-T
A little angst for me
Yeah they want manic pixie dream girls
And they want Zoey Deschanel
But I'm a flesh and blood real person
You can all just go to hell
Take your misogyny
And your fake ideals
Take your wet dreams
And your "I feels"
You fucking sad assed boys in Smiths shirts
This hurts
Go to hell
"Angst" by Slutface is a song about the expectations that men have of women, particularly the way they expect them to be a certain type of girl. The lyrics express the lead singer's frustration with these expectations and the unrealistic idea of "manic pixie dream girls" as portrayed in popular culture. She sings about her love and attraction for men of all kinds, including their quirks and interests. The song is a celebration of individuality and being comfortable with who you are, without trying to fit into the mold that others want you to be in.
The first section of the song describes the lead singer's attraction to different types of men, both physically and mentally. She appreciates their individuality and the way they express themselves. However, the chorus then expresses her frustration that men often want a certain type of girl, specifically the "manic pixie dream girl" archetype. This expectation is unrealistic and hurtful, as it sets up a standard that women cannot possibly live up to. The second verse expands on this frustration, with the lead singer mentioning different male movie characters and how men want their partners to be like them.
The bridge is an anthem of sorts for women to stand up against these expectations and embrace their own uniqueness. They do not need to fit into the mold that men try to force them into, and they don't need to be anything other than who they are. The song ends with the lead singer saying that she does not want to be a part of this toxic culture any longer and that she rebels against it by being herself.
Line by Line Meaning
I like their leather jackets and their crooked, toothy smiles
I am attracted to the appearance of these guys, especially their rebellious and intriguing attitude
I like the tall ones and the awkward ones
I have a preference for guys with different body types, including those who are awkward but endearing
The ones with hair in their eyes
One of the physical characteristics that appeal to me in guys is when their eyes are partially covered by their hair
I like the way they read their books
I'm interested in guys who have an intellectual side and enjoy reading books
I like the way that they quote film
Guys who have knowledge and interest in movies are attractive to me, and I like how they express it by quoting memorable lines
I like the way that they have big dreams
I like guys who have ambition and strive to achieve their goals, and I find it admirable that they have grand aspirations
And the way they look at you
There is something special about the way guys look at me that makes me feel appreciated and valued
But they want manic pixie dream girls
Guys have unrealistic expectations of the ideal girl who is quirky, spontaneous, and quirky, which is not who I am
And they want Zoey Deschanel
Guys often idolize Zoey Deschanel as the ultimate manic pixie dream girl, and they expect girls to be like her
But I'm a flesh and blood real person
I am not a fictitious character nor a figment of a guy's imagination, but a real person with imperfections and emotions
You can all just go to hell
I am frustrated and angry that guys cannot see past their unrealistic expectations and accept me as the person I am
Take your misogyny
I resent the fact that guys often hold sexist and discriminatory views towards women
And your fake ideals
Guys often hold up unrealistic, idealized standards for women that are impossible to achieve, making women feel inadequate and unworthy
Take your wet dreams
I am disgusted by the sexual fantasies guys have about women, which objectify and demean them as mere sexual objects
And your "I feels"
I am fed up with guys who rely solely on their emotions to navigate relationships, ignoring reason and logic
Screw you sad assed boys in Smiths shirts
I am angry at guys who exhibit a self-pitying, melancholic demeanor like the band The Smiths, who often attract guys who are emotionally unavailable
This hurts
I am hurt and offended that guys expect me to conform to their unrealistic standards of what they think a perfect girl should be
I like the Slaters and the Cusacks
I have a preference for pop culture characters like Christian Slater and John Cusack who embody a more authentic and relatable persona for me
I like those boom box toting fools
I am attracted to guys who are not afraid to be a little silly and spontaneous, like the iconic scene in Say Anything where John Cusack holds up a boombox outside his girlfriend's window
I like the hipster boys with skinny jeans
I am interested in guys who embrace a hipster aesthetic with skinny jeans and vintage clothing, which reflects their expressive and artistic side
That always have the blues
I am attracted to guys who are introspective and sensitive, but not in a self-absorbed or melancholic way
I like the way they drink their coffee
Guys who enjoy the simple pleasures in life like a good cup of coffee are attractive to me, and I appreciate their attention to detail and quality
I like the way they stoop to talk
Guys who have a playful and spontaneous side are attractive to me, and I like the way they stoop to talk to me as if we're on the same level
I like the way they dance at parties
Guys who have a confident and carefree attitude when they dance are attractive to me, and I like the way they let loose and have fun
And how they have to quote The Cure
I am amused by guys who have an affinity for the 80s alternative music band The Cure, which shows their appreciation for art and culture
A-N-G-S-T
I am feeling a sense of angst and frustration about the unrealistic expectations that guys have of girls
A little angst for me
I am expressing my feelings of anger and frustration towards guys who hold unrealistic ideals for girls that are impossible to achieve
You fucking sad assed boys in Smiths shirts
I am directly addressing and insulting guys who exhibit a self-pitying, melancholic demeanor like the band The Smiths, who often attract guys who are emotionally unavailable
This hurts
I am hurt and offended that guys expect me to conform to their unrealistic standards of what they think a perfect girl should be
Go to hell
I am expressing my anger and frustration that guys cannot accept me for who I am and need to conform to their unrealistic expectations
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@ann0291
my favorite music video ever- I'm surrounded by a boring world that isn't exciting like this anymore. where's the angst?!
@C0reyTaylor8
Solid sang, stå på!
@becshary83
my faaaaaav song <3
@danhacskaylo6348
calling out softboys before "softboys" were a thing
@St.annie.justicia
hvor finner jeg lyrics?? :O love this song! <3
@magnussmith7733
Annie Hoop Karlsson Hvis du enda leter etter teksten, er den lagt til på Spotify hvis du trykker på "Lyrics" under avspillingen :)
@St.annie.justicia
okii takl! M Smith jeg bruker ikke spotify til vanlig så jeg får lære meg det da hehe
@MegaCoco234
come to Australia!
@vietnamnam99
1:40 haha jeg bor i den bygningen og husker godt når eg kom hjem til den skriften på veggen...
@sixtysixsix
Anyone else here from Paper Girls? :P