Affection
The Lost Boys Lyrics
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Tight dresses and painted faces
It's time to free the lions
From the circus cages
Jaded baby
Come whisper in my ear
Better come closer 'cause
I'm the monkey that you've always been afraid of
I'm the spirit that haunts your dreams
Deep inside
Don't you have a little bit of sympathy
Don't you want to
Give me some affection
Why is it so hard
Don't you get tired
Same smilin' faces
Don't you get a little bit lonely
Hiding in crowded places
Don't trust the stranger
You should know better
But this heart of darkness
Can be your shelter
I ain't rich enough I really don't belong here
I don't want to meet your mommy and daddy
I ain't good lookin' but you get used to it like I did
Don't you want to
Give me some affection
Why is it so hard
The Lost Boys's song Affection is a rock anthem that speaks to the theme of loneliness and yearning for intimacy. The first verse alludes to the counterculture fashion of the late 80s, with references to Trash and Vaudeville, as well as tight dresses and painted faces. The next line, "It's time to free the lions from the circus cages," presents a metaphor for breaking away from societal norms and being true to oneself. The chorus reinforces the theme of the song, asking for some affection and wondering why it's so hard to find genuine connection.
The second verse introduces the singer as the "monkey that you've always been afraid of" and the "spirit that haunts your dreams." These lines suggest that the singer might be an outsider or someone who doesn't fit in with the mainstream crowd. However, the plea for sympathy and affection expresses a deep-seated desire for acceptance and companionship. The third verse acknowledges the singer's lack of conventional attractiveness and social status, but emphasizes the desire for emotional connection despite these barriers.
Overall, "Affection" is a powerful expression of the human need for love and understanding, even in the face of social and personal challenges. It's a song that can resonate with anyone who has ever felt lonely or disconnected from others.
Line by Line Meaning
Trash and vaudeville
The atmosphere is a combination of grunge and glam.
Tight dresses and painted faces
The people here are dressing in a way that exaggerates their beauty.
It's time to free the lions
From the circus cages
It's time to be wild and break free from societal expectations.
Jaded baby
Come whisper in my ear
Better come closer 'cause
The music is loud here
The artist is looking for someone to connect with and get lost in the moment with.
I'm the monkey that you've always been afraid of
I'm the spirit that haunts your dreams
Deep inside
Don't you have a little bit of sympathy
The artist is often misunderstood and wants others to try and see things from their perspective.
Don't you want to
Give me some affection
Why is it so hard
The singer is asking for love and connection, but is questioning why it's difficult to find.
Don't you get tired
Same smilin' faces
Don't you get a little bit lonely
Hiding in crowded places
The singer is tired of the phoniness and superficiality of social situations and wants a deeper connection.
Don't trust the stranger
You should know better
But this heart of darkness
Can be your shelter
The artist acknowledges that it's foolish to blindly trust strangers, but that they offer a potential escape from the negativity in the world.
I ain't rich enough I really don't belong here
I don't want to meet your mommy and daddy
I ain't good lookin' but you get used to it like I did
The artist is acknowledging their limitations and differences from others, but is trying to find acceptance regardless.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: STEVEN VAN ZANDT
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Trash and vaudeville
Tight dresses and painted faces
It's time to free the lions
From the circus cages
Jaded baby
Come whisper in my ear
Better come closer 'cause
The music is loud here
I'm the monkey that you've always been afraid of
I'm the spirit that haunts your dreams
Deep inside
Don't you have a little bit of sympathy
Don't you want to
Give me some affection
Why is it so hard
Don't you get tired
Same smilin' faces
Don't you get a little bit lonely
Hiding in crowded places
Don't trust the stranger
You should know better
But this heart of darkness
Can be your shelter
I ain't rich enough I really don't belong here
I don't want to meet your mommy and daddy
I ain't good lookin' but you get used to it like I did
Don't you want to
Give me some affection
Why is it so hard
@russsnyder2026
I love that in Sopranos universe this song is a massive hit
@nitesong1
It should be a massive hit in the universe universe imo
@user-zd5lt9hf4s
They got whacked in the last episode
@SirSmilingPhantom
‘Now that’s a hit.’ - Hesh Rabkin
@charlesbeam4450
Thats nice bro
@AImme-ef1nt
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@ArtyomChudinov
Yes, it is
@russschoewe3551
A hit is a hit!
@melonballer8475
Oh Hesh..
@timmanzi4156
It’s an absolute crime that this song isn’t on Spotify