While students at Oberlin College, Nick Weiss and Logan Takahashi connected over a shared love of classic house and techno records that prompted them to make, "some kind of dance music that wasn't just emulating what we were hearing." The duo formed their music organically, improvising over loops that eventually materialized into full-fledged compositions. Rather than relying on triggering loops, or quantization, Teengirl Fantasy's music has always been performed and composed live, resulting in a form of discourse between the band and their instruments. The result is a-typical for electronic dance music- colorful, maximalist textures and tones that move along with a driving rhythm yet still retain a distinctly human and emotional core.
Cheaters
Teengirl Fantasy Lyrics
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You never win, I know you never win.
You better look over your shoulders sometimes,
Cheaters never win, they never win, never win.
Time and time again, you get hurt in the end.
Do your thing to my woman.
I used to call my buddy and used him for an alibi.
Oh yes I did yeah. I was out there doing my thing.
It hurt me through my heart to find my best friend loving mine.
Oh. Cheaters, they never win, no.
Brother you better listen, I swear you never win, you never win.
Listen to what they always said.
Cause if you got a good woman, men you got to treat her right.
Teengirl Fantasy's song Cheaters is a warning against infidelity. The lyrics admonish those who cheat that they will never win. It begins with the singer questioning what he knows about the situation, but the refrain is clear: cheaters never win, and they always end up getting hurt. The singer urges the cheater to be careful and watch their back, implying that there will be consequences for their actions.
The second verse reveals that the singer has also been a cheater in the past. He used to lie to his friend, using him as an alibi while he was out having affairs with different women. However, he suffers a betrayal of his own when he discovers that his best friend has slept with his partner. The singer realizes that cheaters never truly win, and it's essential to treat your partner right.
Overall, "Cheaters" is a cautionary tale that reminds us that cheating always has consequences. It's better to treat your partner well and avoid infidelity because, in the end, cheaters never win.
Line by Line Meaning
What do I know?
The singer is questioning their own knowledge on a certain topic or situation
You never win, I know you never win.
The singer is addressing someone who is a chronic cheater, indicating that they will never truly 'win' in the game of cheating as it always ends in pain and sadness
You better look over your shoulders sometimes,
The singer is warning the cheater that they should be cautious, as their actions may lead to consequences or retaliation from their partner
Cheaters never win, they never win, never win.
The chorus emphasizes that cheating is never truly successful or fulfilling and will ultimately lead to negative consequences
Time and time again, you get hurt in the end.
The singer is highlighting the cyclical nature of the consequences of cheating, and how it always ends in pain and hurt for everyone involved
Do your thing to my woman.
This line may be interpreted as the cheater bragging about cheating on someone else's partner
I used to call my buddy and used him for an alibi.
The singer is admitting to using their friend as an excuse or cover-up for their actions while cheating
Oh yes I did yeah. I was out there doing my thing.
The singer is boasting about their cheating behavior, possibly indicating that they feel no remorse
Making love to all the ladies.
The artist is referring to their cheating actions, indicating they have had multiple affairs
It hurt me through my heart to find my best friend loving mine.
The singer is admitting to having been cheated on by their friend, indicating that they understand the pain and hurt cheating can cause
Oh. Cheaters, they never win, no.
The chorus is reiterated, emphasizing that cheating is never a true victory and always leads to negative consequences
Brother you better listen, I swear you never win, you never win.
The singer is urging the cheater to listen to their warning, emphasizing that cheating will never lead to a positive outcome
Listen to what they always said.
The singer is advising listeners to heed the advice of others who warn against cheating
Cause if you got a good woman, men you got to treat her right.
The singer is emphasizing the importance of treating one's partner with respect and care, especially if they are a 'good' partner
Writer(s): TAKAHASHI LOGAN GREY, WEISS NICHOLAS ARTHUR
Contributed by Caroline M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@filter80808
This track goes beyond, it brings soul back to its rightful place.
@brandonenoch1402
An absolute classic
@kegandecaul
This is a piece of art. great song. truly.
@vicongos
when i heard your music, it put a smile on my face because i know that people out there still make good music :)
@randomplace
powerful vocals.
@aliasmusic5706
always like to return to this great tune!
@rabbitsandcarrots
Heard this out and couldn't believe my ears. This record is special.
@Agui007
Those visualisations are done by Iasos I think and so is the music. His art work in both is outstanding!
@gean9226
love this song!
@rozsakyshki1930
Despite me thinking that it’s R Kelly singing here… I adore this track and have to listen to it once in a while to cope with life!