Their most popular song is probably "Glass Vase, Cello Case", which was the love theme for the indie romantic comedy But I'm A Cheerleader. (The soundtrack for this film was never pressed.)
Lingerie Lament
Tattle Tale Lyrics
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I am here
Do you care?
Me as whole
No underwear, yeah, I am whole, no underwear [×3]
Out of my underwear
Stay out of my underwear
Stay out of my underwear
Stay out
I am here
Do you care?
The lyrics to Tattle Tale's song Lingerie Lament is a powerful expression of the artist's desire for privacy and personal space. The first line, "Will I matter, do you care, you're not inside my underwear," is a clear statement that the artist is questioning whether anyone cares about her beyond her physical appearance. The use of the metaphor of the underwear emphasizes the personal nature of her thoughts and feelings, and her desire to keep them private.
The following lines of the song continue to emphasize the importance of privacy, with the repetition of the phrase "stay out of my underwear." By saying this, the artist is drawing a clear boundary between herself and those who are not welcome in her personal space. She goes on to say "I am here, do you care?" which highlights her vulnerability and desire for connection, but also reinforces the importance of respecting her boundaries.
Overall, the lyrics of Lingerie Lament are a powerful statement about the importance of personal space and privacy, and the need for respect in all relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Will I matter, do you care, you're not inside my underwear [×4]
I am questioning whether I hold any importance to you and whether you care about me or not. However, you don't have any access to my intimate clothing. This line is repeated four times for emphasis.
No underwear, yeah, I am whole, no underwear [×3]
I am complete without any lingerie, and I don't need it to feel fully formed. I repeat this line three times to stress that my worth and wellbeing are not dependent on my undergarments.
It's never fair, it's never fair - stay out of my underwear [×2]
Invading someone's personal space, especially their lingerie, is never justifiable. It's unjust and inappropriate. I repeat this phrase twice to reinforce this idea.
Out of my underwear
Stay out of my underwear
Stay out of my underwear
Stay out
By singing this line repetitively and assertively, I am commanding and demanding that you give me my personal space and respect my boundaries regarding my undergarments.
I am here
Do you care?
I am reminding you that I exist and asking whether you acknowledge and value my presence in your life.
Contributed by Sarah C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.