Infected
Teenage Head Lyrics


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You're a two-time lover and a full-time flirt
You're nothing but a schemer in a tight, red skirt
One man two times a day
So, wash your feet and stomp away

The guys you seek are lusty tarts
The life you lead is in the dark
The way I feel I cannot say
But hang around, baby, I'll tell someday

Because I'm free in my life's direction
But where do I go to get infected?
I'm free and my life's corrected
But where do I go to get infected?

Ah a two-time lover and a full-time flirt
You're nothing but a schemer in a tight, red skirt
One man two times a day
So, wash your feet and stomp away

I'm free and my life's corrected
But where do I go to get infected?
Well, I'm free in my life's direction
But where do I go to get infected?

A two-time, a two-time lover
Cause' I'm a women under cover
A two-time, a two-time lover
Cause' I'm a women under cover

My feelings false, my means are real
So, pack up, slide on, and get outta here
Drinkin' rum and muscatel
I'm spendin' my life with a Jezebel

I'm free in my life's direction
But where do I go to get infected?
I'm free in my life's correction
But where do I go to get infection?





Yeah

Overall Meaning

The song "Infected" by Teenage Head seems to be about a woman who is a two-timer and a full-time flirt, who uses her charm to manipulate men. The lyrics describe her as nothing but a schemer in a tight, red skirt, seeking lusty tarts and living in the dark. The singer seems to have conflicting feelings about the woman, stating that he cannot say how he feels but will tell someday. The chorus has the memorable lines "I'm free in my life's direction, but where do I go to get infected?" suggesting both a desire for freedom and a longing to indulge in the same kind of behavior as the woman.


The tone of the song is playful and upbeat, with a rock and roll energy that matches the lyrics. The repeated use of the phrase "two-time lover" highlights the theme of infidelity and the woman's duplicity. The line "my feelings false, my means are real" suggests that the singer may be struggling with his own moral compass and perhaps feels tempted by the woman's lifestyle.


Overall, "Infected" is a fun and catchy song with a provocative subject matter that leaves the listener wondering about the singer's own intentions and desires.


Line by Line Meaning

You're a two-time lover and a full-time flirt
You deceive and play around with multiple men, and it seems to be your only lifestyle.


You're nothing but a schemer in a tight, red skirt
You're a calculated manipulator, dressing provocatively to lure in men.


One man two times a day
You sleep with one man twice a day, further proving your promiscuous nature.


So, wash your feet and stomp away
I want you to leave, and don't leave any filth or residue behind.


The guys you seek are lusty tarts
The men you pursue are also promiscuous and immoral individuals.


The life you lead is in the dark
You lead a shady, secretive life filled with lies and deceptions.


The way I feel I cannot say
I'm unsure of my own feelings towards you at the moment.


But hang around, baby, I'll tell someday
I may eventually reveal my true feelings for you, but not anytime soon.


Because I'm free in my life's direction
I have the liberty to do whatever I please in my life.


But where do I go to get infected?
Even though I'm free, I feel stuck and unfulfilled. I'm searching for something to make me feel alive.


Ah a two-time lover and a full-time flirt
Repeated from earlier: emphasizing the woman's lifestyle as a promiscuous and deceitful individual.


I'm free and my life's corrected
I am liberated in my existence, and I've improved my ways.


But where do I go to get infected?
Even though I'm better now, I still desire excitement and something new to shake up my life.


A two-time, a two-time lover
Reiterating the woman's infamous lifestyle of being a two-timer.


Cause' I'm a women under cover
Because her true nature and motivations are hidden beneath the surface.


My feelings false, my means are real
She's being deceptive about her emotions, but her actions towards others are genuine.


So, pack up, slide on, and get outta here
I'm instructing this woman to leave and never return.


Drinkin' rum and muscatel
The singer is consumed by his troubles, and uses alcohol as an escape.


I'm spendin' my life with a Jezebel
The woman he's been involved with is a promiscuous and immoral figure (a Jezebel).


Yeah
A simple interjection to punctuate the end of the song.




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@1114611

I have to say that i have been INFECTED by the past distant memories of GUELP!!
Now you Hamilton Boys were the BEST PURE PUNK BAND of the Late 70's!
If you want to Resurrect Your Careers …ya can't use a BUM as a FRONT MAN!
You know FRANKIE would roll twice over in his Grave if heard that Crap!
You have desecrated the Spirit of Teenage Head!!!
The Problem here is ..You guys have to find Yourselves a Half Decent FRONT MAN!
Maybe Refresh the Band's name to " The RESURRECTION of TEENAGE HEAD"
How about doing some Covers like YELLOW SUBMARINE or something like
WEIRD AL would do to make the BAND KICK ASS again??
Of coarse, this is only an Opinion from an Ex Torontonian.

Cheers, Uncle Hexy…time for some Wacky Tobaccy…lol



All comments from YouTube:

@jamesball5292

Im from Buffalo New York and i swear the best music and bands come out of Canada. Teenage Head, Forgotten Rebels, Rough Trade... The list is endless. Love all of it. Jim

@dCaddyshk

You had me until Rough Trade😀

@PeterByker

@@dCaddyshk oh dude, no! I ADORE Rough Trade, actually seen Carole Pope sharing a bill with Teenage Head in 2001!

@timdasilva2806

This never gets old for me! I seen this band live at least a dozen times and they always delivered! Frantic City is a must for my collection! Man do I miss em!

@dCaddyshk

F-ing Awesome. Saw live many times including the ground breaking Horseshoe Tavern show.

@timwoolman4277

I flew a lot when working in Alberta,, Infected was my take off song every time I flew !!! Throw on the Headphones and Crank It !!! The Power of this Song and the Jet Thrust just went together!! Frantic City is An Awesome Album!! Rest Peaceful Gordie.😎 🎸🙏

@garyclark9185

one of the greatest live bands ever.

@MrManfly

I sure am grateful for these bands that never became worldwide smashes but gave us songs like this!!

@whereditallgowrong9362

Omg!!! How effn good is this...almost 2022 and I'm just hearing this life changing shit...blown away

@SteveBerberovic

They and the Forgotten Rebels defined Hamilton rock and roll in the late 70's and early 80's.

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