In the Garage
Weezer Lyrics
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I've got a twelve-sided die
I've got Kitty Pryde
And Nightcrawler too
Waiting there for me
Yes, I do, I do
I've got posters on the wall
My favorite rock group KISS
I've got Peter Criss
Waiting there for me
Yes, I do, I do
In the garage
I feel safe
No one cares about my ways
In the garage
Where I belong
No one hears me sing this song
In the garage
I've got an electric guitar
I play my stupid songs
I write these stupid words
And I love every one
Waiting there for me
Yes, I do, I do
In the garage
I feel safe
No one cares about my ways
In the garage
Where I belong
No one hears me sing this song
In the garage
In the garage (rock!)
In the garage
I feel safe
No one cares about my ways
In the garage
Where I belong
No one hears me sing this song
In the garage
I feel safe
No one laughs about my ways
In the garage
Where I belong
No one hears me
No one hears me
No one hears me
No one hears me
No one hears me sing this song
The Weezer song “In the Garage” is a nostalgic anthem for anyone who’s ever found solace in their own personal space. The lyrics depict the lead singer’s private world, where he can be himself without fear of judgment from others. The song describes a suburban teenager’s safe haven, complete with his prized possessions and passions for comic books and rock music.
The lyrics reference several geeky items in the singer’s “garage,” a metaphor for his own mind, such as a Dungeon Master’s Guide and a twelve-sided die commonly used for Dungeons and Dragons, as well as characters from the comic book X-Men, Kitty Pryde and Nightcrawler. The singer’s hideaway is also adorned with posters of his favorite rock group, KISS, and the individual members Ace Frehley and Peter Criss.
Despite how others may perceive his hobbies and interests, the garage (and his mind) create a judgment-free zone where he can be himself. The singer finds solace in his electric guitar and his music, which he describes as "stupid songs" with "stupid words," yet he loves them anyway.
Overall, the song champions individualism and encourages the listener to embrace their passions, even if they aren’t considered “cool” by society’s standards. The garage is a metaphor for the mind – a place where one can escape to be themselves and find comfort in their unique quirks.
Line by Line Meaning
I've got a Dungeon Master's Guide
I have a reference book used to play tabletop role-playing games.
I've got a twelve-sided die
I have a die with twelve sides that is used in tabletop role-playing games.
I've got Kitty Pryde
I have a fictional character from the X-Men comic series.
And Nightcrawler too
I also have another fictional character from the X-Men comic series.
Waiting there for me
These items are readily accessible for me to enjoy.
Yes, I do, I do
I am confirming that I possess these things.
I've got posters on the wall
I have decorative prints hanging on my wall.
My favorite rock group KISS
The band KISS is my favorite rock group.
I've got Ace Frehley
I have a poster or image of the KISS member Ace Frehley.
I've got Peter Criss
I have a poster or image of the KISS member Peter Criss.
In the garage
The setting of this song is in a garage.
I feel safe
The garage provides a feeling of security and comfort.
No one cares about my ways
No one in the garage will judge or criticize my interests or hobbies.
Where I belong
The garage is where I feel most comfortable and accepted.
No one hears me sing this song
I can sing and be myself in the garage without anyone listening or judging me.
I've got an electric guitar
I own a guitar that uses electricity to amplify the sound.
I play my stupid songs
I perform songs that may not be considered good or appealing to others.
I write these stupid words
I have created these lyrics that may not be appreciated by others.
And I love every one
I am fond of and enthusiastic about my music and lyrics.
No one laughs about my ways
The people in the garage don't mock my interests or hobbies.
No one hears me
No one in the garage is paying attention to me.
No one hears me sing this song
I am free to sing and enjoy my music without anyone listening or judging me.
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
Written by: Rivers Cuomo
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