Wannabe
The Android Lyrics

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You try to look like you're busy
Your time's aerobics and weight lifting
The wardrobe's perfect but the acting's obscene
Unwind on rainy days, applying fake tan cream
And you wear those clothes

'Cause you're a real wannabe
You're not indisposed

You're just a real wannabe
I've seen you roller blade lately

Drop names and disco till tomorrow
And you wear those clothes

'Cause you're a real wannabe

You're not indisposed
You're just a real wannabe

Overall Meaning

In The Androids' song "Wannabe," the lyrics paint a picture of someone who is trying way too hard to fit in and be cool. The opening lines suggest that this person is always trying to appear busy and productive, but their actual activities are superficial and unfulfilling - like aerobics and weight lifting. The lyrics then go on to describe the individual's seemingly perfect wardrobe, but suggests that their behavior is "obscene," revealing that their outward appearance is just a facade.

The song then goes on to criticize the person's social behavior - they "drop names" and try to act like they're part of the "disco" scene, but the implication is that they are not truly a part of it. The chorus repeats the phrase "you're a real wannabe," driving home the message that this person is not genuine or authentic.

Overall, the song is a commentary on the pressure to conform and fit in with societal expectations, even if it means sacrificing one's true self. It's a reminder that true happiness and fulfillment cannot be found by pretending to be someone you're not.

Line by Line Meaning

You try to look like you're busy
You give the impression of being extremely occupied and productive

Your time's aerobics and weight lifting
You spend most of your time exercising and lifting weights

The wardrobe's perfect but the acting's obscene
You have a great wardrobe but your behavior is unpleasant and unacceptable

Unwind on rainy days, applying fake tan cream
On rainy days, you relax by applying fake tan cream to your skin

And you wear those clothes
You wear the clothing that represents the image you want to portray

'Cause you're a real wannabe
You are someone who aspires to be like someone else

You're not indisposed
There is nothing wrong with you

I've seen you roller blade lately
I have observed you roller blading recently

Drop names and disco till tomorrow
You drop names and attend disco parties regularly

And you wear those clothes
You wear the clothing that represents the image you want to portray

'Cause you're a real wannabe
You are someone who aspires to be like someone else

You're not indisposed
There is nothing wrong with you

Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: SAM CHRISTOPHER VANDENBERG, TIMOTHY JAMES HENWOOD

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