Smells Like Teen Spirit
The International Classic Rock Orchestra Lyrics
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It's fun to lose and to pretend
She's over bored and self assured
Oh no, I know a dirty word
Hello, hello, hello, how low?
Hello, hello, hello, how low?
Hello, hello, hello, how low?
Hello, hello, hello!
Here we are now, entertain us
I feel stupid and contagious
Here we are now, entertain us
A mulatto
An albino
A mosquito
My libido
Yeah
I'm worse at what I do best
And for this gift I feel blessed
Our little group has always been
And always will until the end
Hello, hello, hello, how low?
Hello, hello, hello, how low?
Hello, hello, hello, how low?
Hello, hello, hello!
With the lights out, it's less dangerous
Here we are now, entertain us
I feel stupid and contagious
Here we are now, entertain us
And I forget just why I taste
Oh yeah, I guess it makes me smile
I found it hard, it's hard to find
Oh well, whatever, never mind
Hello, hello, hello, how low?
Hello, hello, hello, how low?
Hello, hello, hello, how low?
Hello, hello, hello, how low?
Hello, hello, hello!
With the lights out, it's less dangerous
Here we are now, entertain us
A mulatto
An albino
A mosquito
My libido
Yeah
The lyrics to The International Classic Rock Orchestra's song "Smells Like Teen Spirit" are complex and multi-layered. At first glance, it may seem like a simple ode to youthful disaffection and rebellion. However, upon closer examination, the lyrics reveal a more nuanced commentary on the nature of identity and the struggle for self-expression. The opening lines, "Load up on guns, bring your friends/ It's fun to lose and to pretend," suggest a sense of nihilistic abandon, but also a need for companionship and solidarity in the face of societal pressures.
As the song progresses, we are introduced to a cast of characters who are struggling with their own identities and desires. The singer sings, "A mulatto/ An albino/ A mosquito/ My libido," suggesting a fluidity and complexity of identity that is often overlooked in mainstream culture. This theme of identity is further explored in lines like "I'm worse at what I do best/ And for this gift I feel blessed," which speaks to the difficulty of reconciling one's passions and talents with the expectations of others.
Line by Line Meaning
Load up on guns, bring your friends
We are preparing for something potentially violent and dangerous, so bring along those who will fight beside us.
It's fun to lose and to pretend
Although losing is typically associated with something negative, we find it amusing to pretend that defeat and lack of control is actually enjoyable.
She's over bored and self assured
The person in question seems disinterested and restless, but also confident and sure of themselves.
Oh no, I know a dirty word
Despite acknowledging the taboo nature of the word, I am still empowered by knowing it and will use it as I see fit.
Hello, hello, hello, how low?
I am greeting you with a sense of melancholy and introspection, questioning how low we can go in our current state of being.
With the lights out, it's less dangerous
By eliminating a sense of visibility and certainty, we are minimizing the amount of risk and potential danger in this situation.
Here we are now, entertain us
We have assembled with the expectation of being entertained and captivated by some form of performance or spectacle.
I feel stupid and contagious
My diminished mental capacity and level of influence is spreading to others around me, resulting in a sense of shame and guilt.
A mulatto
An albino
A mosquito
My libido
Yeah
This random assortment of words represents a sense of rebellion and defiance, with the last line indicating confidence and power.
I'm worse at what I do best
And for this gift I feel blessed
Despite being terrible at something I supposedly excel at, I still feel grateful and privileged to have this ability in the first place.
Our little group has always been
And always will until the end
We are a small, tight-knit group that has been together for a long time and will continue to stay loyal and connected until the end.
And I forget just why I taste
Oh yeah, I guess it makes me smile
Although I am unclear why I have a certain taste or sensation, it still brings me joy and satisfaction.
I found it hard, it's hard to find
Oh well, whatever, never mind
While I struggled to discover or understand something, I eventually accepted that it was difficult and decided to move on without any more effort or concern.
Contributed by Christian C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@DragouMC
And this is why every professional drummer’s arms are jacked
@user-kw7gv4fj8x
It honestly looks really tiring.... how do people keep it up like this.......
@paulyocum5725
Kevin Le I just noticed that
@constantinezh7156
@@user-kw7gv4fj8x Practice
@nuclearwaste6944
@@user-kw7gv4fj8x you wank
@trinkab
@@user-kw7gv4fj8x adrenaline
@juliegoddard4846
They should be called ‘2 cellos and a drummer’ . Absolutely amazing !
@user-jv8ot1ew5i
Yes,verno......
@VKomlach
@@user-jv8ot1ew5i sharish
@user-jv8ot1ew5i
@@VKomlach yes