Just Because
The Tiger Lillies Lyrics


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Just because you're sometimes stupid
Just because you're sometimes mad
Just because you play the idiot
Just because you're sometimes mad

Just because you knew you ought to
When you never ever would
Doesn't mean you'll never be good

And just because you've got a black heart
Doesn't mean you're always bad
Just because you feel decrepit
Like an old rag

Just because you knew you ought to
When you never ever would
Doesn't mean you'll never be good

And just because you're feeling angry and misunderstood
Just because your acting's awful
it's made of wood

Just because you knew you ought to
When you never ever would
Doesn't mean you'll never be good

It doesn't mean you'll never, doesn't mean you'll never
Doesn't mean you'll never be good




It doesn't mean you'll never, doesn't mean you'll never
Doesn't mean you'll never be good

Overall Meaning

The Tiger Lillies' song "Just Because" is a contemplative song that speaks to the idea that a person's bad behavior or negative traits do not necessarily define their entire character. The lyrics acknowledge that although people may make mistakes, act foolishly, or have flawed behavior, it does not mean that they are entirely "bad" or unable to change. The chorus repeats the sentiment that "just because" someone may have negative qualities or actions, it does not mean that they are incapable of doing good and changing for the better.


Throughout the verses, there is an emphasis on the idea that people are complex and multifaceted. They may have moments of being "stupid" or "mad," but they also have moments where they know they "ought to" do the right thing. The lyrics also suggest that people may feel misunderstood, angry, or like an "old rag," but these negative emotions do not necessarily define them as a whole.


Overall, "Just Because" encourages listeners to reflect on the complexity of human behavior and not to label people solely based on their negative qualities.


Line by Line Meaning

Just because you're sometimes stupid
No one is perfect and it's okay to make mistakes


Just because you're sometimes mad
Emotions are a part of being human and it's okay to feel angry


Just because you play the idiot
Some people use humor as a defense mechanism


Just because you're sometimes sad
Just like feeling angry, feeling sad is normal and okay


Just because you knew you ought to, When you never ever would, Doesn't mean you'll never be good
Just because you don't always do what's expected of you, it doesn't mean you can't be good or successful


And just because you've got a black heart, Doesn't mean you're always bad
External appearances don't always reflect someone's true nature


Just because you feel decrepit, Like an old rag
Feeling worn down and exhausted is a common feeling


And just because you're feeling angry and misunderstood, Just because your acting's awful, it's made of wood
Sometimes people act out or perform poorly because they feel frustrated or misunderstood


It doesn't mean you'll never, doesn't mean you'll never, Doesn't mean you'll never be good
Despite any mistakes or shortcomings, anyone has the potential to be good




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