Charmicarmicat "Bastards"
The Melvins Lyrics

The lyrics of The Melvins's song "Charmicarmicat Bastards" seem to be a reflection of inner turmoil and self-doubt. The first two lines, "Fine horses don't know, I'll regret my soul," suggest a feeling of inadequacy and a lack of recognition for one's worth. The singer desires something more in life, but they are not sure what that is. "This is the more I've craved for, in the endless steam, it rescues me" implies that the singer is seeking some kind of escape, whether it be a physical or emotional one. The line "She's more like someone else than me" could mean the singer is questioning their own identity and how they fit into the world around them. The repetition of the phrases "wash away" and "wish away" suggests an attempt to rid oneself of negative thoughts and emotions.

The chorus of "Bastards take the other way, they back away" suggests a sense of rejection or abandonment by others. The repetition of "they back away" emphasizes this feeling of isolation and loneliness. The choice of the word "bastards" also conveys a sense of anger and frustration towards those who have turned their backs on the singer. Perhaps the singer is struggling with feelings of inadequacy and rejection, and is searching for a way to break free from these negative emotions.