Batman
The Brothers-In-Law Lyrics

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Should have been there
Could have helped him
I'm not afraid
They will answer to...

Forget, forgive
Not for me, thank you
Jokerz, cowards!

You're on my menu tonight!

(You wannabe c-lowns)
(Ah's)

I am Reborn
You're beyond nothing!
Choose your best knife
Welcome back to the knight!

This ain't no trial
Now where's your smile?

Overall Meaning

In The Brothers-In-Law's song Batman, the lyrics are sung from the point of view of the Dark Knight himself. The first verse suggests that Batman feels responsible for not being there to help someone in need. He expresses fearlessness and a resolve to make those who did not help answer for their inaction. The chorus then takes a combative approach in calling out cowardly villains and stating that they are now on Batman's list. The taunting line "You're on my menu tonight!" demonstrates Batman's readiness to engage with his foes.

The second verse of the song hints at a recent transformation of Batman. He claims to have been reborn and puts down those who are lesser than him. The lyrics "Choose your best knife, welcome back to the knight!" give the impression that Batman is daring those who would challenge him to try their best. The final line of the chorus, "This ain't no trial, now where's your smile?", implies that the villains will not escape punishment and that they will face the grim justice of the Dark Knight.

Line by Line Meaning

Should have been there
I regret not being there to assist Batman

Could have helped him
I had the potential to aid Batman

I'm not afraid
I am not intimidated by the situation

They will answer to...
Those responsible will be held accountable

Forget, forgive
I choose to move on from the past and not hold a grudge

Not for me, thank you
I decline your offer, as it does not appeal to me

Jokerz, cowards!
The Joker's henchmen are spineless and lacking courage

You're on my menu tonight!
You will be dealt with harshly for your actions

You wannabe c-lowns
You are attempting, but failing, to emulate the Joker

(Ah's)
Exclamations expressing disgust and annoyance

I am Reborn
I have undergone a transformation and come out stronger