The Wannadies is an alternative rock band formed in 1988 in Skellefteå, Swe… Read Full Bio ↴The Wannadies is an alternative rock band formed in 1988 in Skellefteå, Sweden.

The bands initial line-up featured Pär Wiksten (vocals, guitars), Christina Bergmark (keyboards, vocals), Stefan Schönfeldt (guitars) and his younger brother Frederick Schönfeldt (bass) with Gunnar Karlsson (drums) and Björn Malmquist (violin). Karlsson was later replaced by Erik Dahlgren.

Early influences included Australian band The Go-Betweens as well as The Sisters Of Mercy.

The band released six studio albums in their 21 year career including the commercially successful Be A Girl (1994) and Bagsy Me (1997).

Part-way through recording their seventh studio album the band officially announced their split in April 2009 with Pär Wiksten going solo.

2020 the band returned together and released the single Can't Kill The Musikk and will tour during 2021.

I'M A MAN
The Wannadies Lyrics

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(cover version of the Spencer Davis Group song, from 'How Does It Feel?' single, CD 1)

Overall Meaning

The Wannadies's song "I'm a Man" is a cover of the Spencer Davis Group's classic hit. The lyrics are a declaration of masculinity and independence. The singer proclaims himself as a man, not a boy, and asserts his self-confidence and freedom. The lyrics suggest that he is in control of his own destiny and will not be controlled by anyone else. He is proud of his strength and resilience, and he is not afraid to take risks and make mistakes.

The chorus of the song is particularly revealing of the singer's attitude: "I'm a man, I spell M-A-N / Man, oh, man, I'm a man." The repetition of the phrase "I'm a man" emphasizes the singer's identity and reinforces his message. The song's driving beat and guitar riffs also contribute to its sense of energy and determination.

Overall, "I'm a Man" is a bold and assertive statement of individualism and self-determination. The song celebrates the power and glory of manhood and suggests that anything is possible for those who embrace their masculinity and take charge of their lives.

Line by Line Meaning

Well my pad is very messy, got whiskers on my chin
My living space is quite disorderly and my facial hair is growing out

Never had no problems 'cause I've always paid the rent
I have never faced any difficulties as I have always managed to pay my rent

I got no time for lovin' 'cause my time is all used up
I am too occupied with other obligations and have no spare time for romantic relationships

I stand outside creatin' all the groovy sounds
I spend my time experimenting with creating interesting and exciting music

And when it comes to smokin', fool, I'm a chimney
When it comes to smoking cigarettes, I consume them at a high frequency

They call me a high roller, baby, I know I'm just a bum
Some may refer to me as a person who lives extravagantly, but in reality, I am just a lazy and unproductive individual

Around around around around around
This line serves as a repetition and emphasizes the cyclical nature of the song

Ooh, I'm a man, I'm a man
I am a grown male individual

I'm a man, yes I am, and I can't help but love you so
Being a man, I cannot resist my feelings of affection towards you

Well if I had my choice of matter I would rather be with cats
If given a choice, I would prefer to spend my time with felines rather than people

All engrossed in pussycats in love's sunny flats
I would be fully engaged and lost in the company of cats in a peaceful and idyllic setting

Cause I'm a man, I'm a man
I am a grown male individual

And that's all I am, fool
Being a man is my only identity and purpose

I'm a man, yes I am, and I can't help but love you so
Being a man, I cannot resist my feelings of affection towards you

Well if I'm seen with a girl and I'm talkin' to her
If someone spots me speaking with a woman

I'm just a friend, that's all I ever been
I am just a platonic companion with no romantic interest

Cause I'm a man, I'm a man
I am a grown male individual

And that's all I am, fool
Being a man is my only identity and purpose