Hellkat
The Bad Chapter Lyrics
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And you let me get my kicks in
With the mind to turn a seduction to art
Oh lady don't you know
That there ain't nothing special with how your story goes
Maybe it's the way that you lie
Maybe it's the way that you wear those black dresses too tight
And I think it's the way that you talk
But then again, hey
Maybe it's the way that your hips
They seem to swivel when you walk
Yeah you're hot shit now but you wait til your flames burn out
And you gotta give it to the people that you promised to
You're hot shit now but you wait til your flames burn out
And you gotta answer to the people you're dishonest to
But you won't hang your head
Blame it on your good looks and ignorance instead
That you're not sorry for a god damn thing you said
Hellkat, you know damn well that
Any of them would buy love but you don't sell that
You're a harlot playing hard to get
Swing your ass, I'll keep you wondering
Filthy little slut
Lies are showing through the skin that you've been covering up
Only wanting what isn't enough
Wouldn't matter if I was the one giving it up
Steady moving you're doing it right
The same thing you're telling yourself every night
Oh lady don't you know
That there ain't nothing special with how your story goes
Maybe it's the way that you lie
But then again, baby
Maybe it's the way that you wear those black dresses too tight And I think it's the way that you talk
But then again, hey
Maybe it's the way that your hips
They seem to swivel when you walk
Yeah you're hot shit now but you wait til your flames burn out
And you gotta give it to the people that you promised to
You're hot shit now but you wait til your flames burn out
And you gotta answer to the people you're dishonest to
But you won't hang your head
Blame it on your good looks and ignorance instead
That you're not sorry for a god damn thing you said
You're not sorry for a god damn thing you said
Maybe it's the way that you lie
But then again, baby
Maybe it's the way that you wear those black dresses too tight
And I think it's the way that you talk
But then again, hey
Maybe it's the way that your hips
They seem to swivel when you walk
Yeah you're hot shit now but you wait til your flames burn out
And you gotta give it to the people that you promised to Y
Ou're hot shit now but you wait til your flames burn out
And you gotta answer to the people you're dishonest to
But you won't hang your head
Blame it on your good looks and ignorance instead
That you're not sorry for a god damn thing you said
Hellkat
The Bad Chapter's song "HellKat" is a critique of a woman who is skilled at using her looks and sexuality to manipulate others. The lyrics describe her as a vixen who is "hot shit now," but who will eventually burn out and have to answer to the people she has been dishonest with. The singer suggests that the woman's success is based on her ability to lie, wear revealing clothing, and use her hips in a suggestive way, but ultimately her manipulations will catch up with her.
The chorus addresses the woman directly as "Hellkat" and accuses her of being a harlot who is "playing hard to get." The singer suggests that the woman is not sincere in her relationships, and that she is only interested in what she cannot have. The line "filthy little slut" reinforces the idea that the woman is using her sexuality for personal gain without regard for others.
Overall, the song is a commentary on the way that some women are able to use their looks and sexuality to gain power and influence, but are ultimately unable to maintain that power without substance and integrity. The singer's tone is critical and dismissive, suggesting that the "Hellkat" is not worth anyone's time or attention.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah you're a vixen, oh what a looker you are
You are physically attractive and seductive.
And you let me get my kicks in
You allow me to satisfy my personal desires with you.
With the mind to turn a seduction to art
You have the intention and skill to make seduction into an art form.
Oh lady don't you know
That there ain't nothing special with how your story goes
You are not unique or special in your actions and behaviors.
Maybe it's the way that you lie
But then again, baby
Maybe it's the way that you wear those black dresses too tight
And I think it's the way that you talk
But then again, hey
Maybe it's the way that your hips
They seem to swivel when you walk
There are several reasons why you are attractive and seductive, such as the way you lie, dress, talk, and walk.
Yeah you're hot shit now but you wait til your flames burn out
And you gotta give it to the people that you promised to
You're hot shit now but you wait til your flames burn out
And you gotta answer to the people you're dishonest to
But you won't hang your head
Blame it on your good looks and ignorance instead
That you're not sorry for a god damn thing you said
You may be successful and popular now, but eventually, you will have to answer to the people you have promised things to and those you have been dishonest to. You refuse to take responsibility for your actions and instead use your good looks and ignorance as an excuse.
Hellkat, you know damn well that
Any of them would buy love but you don't sell that
You're a harlot playing hard to get
Swing your ass, I'll keep you wondering
Filthy little slut
Lies are showing through the skin that you've been covering up
Only wanting what isn't enough
Wouldn't matter if I was the one giving it up
Steady moving you're doing it right
The same thing you're telling yourself every night
You are aware of your own value and know that others would pay for your affection, yet you refuse to sell yourself in that way. You are a promiscuous woman who pretends to be hard to get. You use your body to play games and keep people guessing. Your lies are evident and you are always chasing after something you know is not enough. You are constantly telling yourself the same things to justify your behavior.
Contributed by Charlotte Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
MKtL
Favorite song off this album, it's so catchy and the instruments have a kind of a catchy adrenaline filled haunting vibe to me and it fucking slays , best album I've listened to in years!!
Ravey Leigh
i have the album on repeat in my car, this is probably my favorite song, but i also have hips that swivel when i walk 😂
Lamar Lewis
Really original! I dig this album so fucking hard
Lamar Lewis
***** DUDE YOURE WELCOME!!! 😁😁 That hard work was well payed off!!!
XIIIAskuira
Ugh this album is so good !
Nizzi Woods
Best song in the album
Jake Snakefarm
I've been talking up your band! So here soon I feel you'll have more of a fan base :)
wjveryzer7985
love the leads on the second half of the chorus.
INK BEATZ
Lead vocals sound a lot like Tyler carter! Good song.
Jake Snakefarm
Sounds like a modern Michael Jackson spin off there for a second. Lol I love this song. Then again... Maybe it's the way your hips, they seem to swivel when you walk!
That word makes me laugh haha swivel lmao!