High School Confidential
The Rock And Rollers Lyrics
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Thinking I was so supercool, and baby
All the teachers gave me so much grief,
I wanna blow 'em up just to get some relief
Sister, sister they call me a parasite,
Sister, sister they wanna bury me alive
All day, all week, all term long,
Time made me realize,
Why should I be victimized?,
So I took control and decided to teach
I wanna teach high school, high school yeah
Listen, I tell the little buggers what to wear you know,
I show 'em how to set and dye their hair and baby
There'll be no costumes at our swimming pool,
There'll be no ugly girls at my high school
Girls who are very bright,
Must stay in class all night,
And practice their biology
I love to teach high school, high school
I need to teach high school, high school
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7,
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7,
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7,
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Time made me realize,
That I could brutalize,
And get revenge with impunity,
If I could teach high school
A, B, C, D, E, F, G,
How I love anatomy,
2+2 and 3+3,
Students have a ball with me
The lyrics of The Rock And Rollers' song "High School Confidential" delve into the rebellious and retaliatory feelings of the singer towards their school environment, particularly their teachers and the societal norms imposed on them. The opening lines express the frustration and self-assuredness of the singer during their time at school, feeling misunderstood and belittled by teachers. The desire to rebel and seek relief by blowing up their oppressors metaphorically showcases a longing for liberation from the confines of the educational institution.
The references to being labeled a "parasite" and facing threats of being "buried alive" indicate a sense of persecution and alienation experienced by the singer within the school community. Despite facing constant criticism and negativity from teachers, they refuse to be victimized and eventually decide to take matters into their own hands by becoming an educator themselves. This shift in perspective reflects a desire for empowerment and agency in shaping their own narrative.
As the singer transitions into a teacher role, they express a newfound sense of control and authority, dictating the standards of appearance and behavior for their students. The lyrics suggest a rebellious and unconventional approach to education, emphasizing the singer's disdain for conformity and their preference for individuality and beauty standards. By asserting their influence over the students, the singer seeks to create a more inclusive and aesthetically pleasing environment within their high school.
The closing verses of the song further emphasize the singer's vengeful and authoritative demeanor as a teacher, relishing the opportunity to exert control and instill knowledge in their students. The playful counting and educational references symbolize the singer's newfound passion for teaching and their ability to influence and shape young minds. Ultimately, "High School Confidential" portrays a narrative of rebellion, empowerment, and transformation, highlighting the complexities of navigating societal expectations and finding one's voice in a challenging educational setting.
Line by Line Meaning
All the times I spent suffering in school y'know,
Reflecting on the difficult times I endured in school
Thinking I was so supercool, and baby
Believing I was really cool, oh baby
All the teachers gave me so much grief,
Enduring criticism and trouble from teachers
I wanna blow 'em up just to get some relief
Expressing frustration and desire for relief
Sister, sister they call me a parasite,
Being labeled a parasite by siblings
Sister, sister they wanna bury me alive
Feeling threatened and overwhelmed by siblings
All day, all week, all term long,
Constantly facing challenges and negativity
They'd dump on me hoping I'd be gone
Facing criticism and rejection
Time made me realize,
Consciousness of the passage of time brought understanding
Why should I be victimized?,
Questioning why I should be made a victim
So I took control and decided to teach
Taking charge of my life and choosing to educate others
I wanna teach high school, high school yeah
Expressing desire to teach in a high school setting
Listen, I tell the little buggers what to wear you know,
Instructing young people on fashion choices
I show 'em how to set and dye their hair and baby
Teaching them hairstyling techniques
There'll be no costumes at our swimming pool,
Enforcing strict dress code at the swimming pool
There'll be no ugly girls at my high school
Having high standards for appearance at the high school
Girls who are very bright,
Intelligent girls
Must stay in class all night,
Required to study late into the night
And practice their biology
Focused on excelling in biology
I love to teach high school, high school
Enjoying the experience of being a high school teacher
I need to teach high school, high school
Feeling compelled to educate high school students
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7,
Counting in sequence
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7,
Continuing the count
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7,
Repeating the counting pattern
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Extending the count
Time made me realize,
Understanding the impact of time
That I could brutalize,
Recognizing the opportunity for aggression
And get revenge with impunity,
Seeking revenge without consequences
If I could teach high school
Exploring the possibility of retribution through teaching
A, B, C, D, E, F, G,
Reciting the alphabet
How I love anatomy,
Expressing fondness for the study of anatomy
2+2 and 3+3,
Performing simple arithmetic
Students have a ball with me
Students enjoy learning from me
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, O/B/O DistroKid, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: FRED SMITH, WAYNE KRAMER, DENNIS A. TOMICH, MICHAEL DAVIS, ROBERT W. DERMINER
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