Girlfriend
The Suburbs Lyrics


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Well my girlfriend's got the nicest hips
Well they really make me flip
When she comes home
You're my sports car
And you're really cool
When we drive around
All the kids at school
Say you're so bad
You're my Lear jet
With the portable bar
And those windows




You can see all the stars
Then we touch down

Overall Meaning

The opening lines of The Suburbs' song "Girlfriend" are an ode to the physical qualities of the singer's girlfriend. He admires her curvy hips and remarks on how they make him flip. In addition to the attraction to her physical qualities, the singer also appreciates his girlfriend's other attributes. He compares her to a sports car, which is cool and enjoyable to drive around with. Despite the admiration, the singer acknowledges that others perceive his girlfriend as "bad" due to her association with him. The next comparison is to a luxurious private jet with a portable bar where the couple can enjoy the starry skies while they move around the world. The metaphorical plane also touches down, indicating the temporary nature of this relationship.


The song is a nostalgic reflection on young adult relationships and the insecurities and uncertainties of navigating the complexities of love in the suburbs. The song evokes vivid imagery with its use of metaphors and comparisons, giving listeners a glimpse into the mindset of young people dealing with the ups and downs of romantic relationships. The textured melody of the song also aligns with its thematic thrust, providing an introspective and longing undercurrent to the narrative.


Line by Line Meaning

Well my girlfriend's got the nicest hips
The singer has a girlfriend who has attractive hips


Well they really make me flip
The singer finds his girlfriend's hips highly appealing


When she comes home
The singer's girlfriend has been away and is now returning home


You're my sports car
The artist compares his girlfriend to a sports car, implying she is fast, sleek and exciting


And you're really cool
The artist thinks his girlfriend is an amazing person


When we drive around
The singer and his girlfriend spend time together in a car, probably exploring new places


All the kids at school
The singer and his girlfriend are often seen around school areas, and kids have begun to notice their relationship


Say you're so bad
The kids at school adore the artist's girlfriend and give her a bad girl persona, in a positive way


You're my Lear jet
The artist compares his girlfriend to a luxury jet, which is a symbol of wealth and success


With the portable bar
The artist enjoys his girlfriend's company because she brings with her things that make him feel good


And those windows
The windows on the jet are a literal reference to the windows in a car or truck, which are important for sight-seeing and engagement


You can see all the stars
The artist and his girlfriend together are able to see the beauty in everything that surrounds them, even the stars


Then we touch down
The singer and his girlfriend are engaged in an activity that requires them take risks, and they'll keep pursuing it until the end




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