I'm Still a Guy
Embracing Masculinity: A Satirical Take on Perspectives
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When you see a deer you see Bambi
Observing innocence and beauty in a deer (Bambi).
And I see antlers up on the wall
Seeing hunting trophies, emphasizing a different perspective.
When you see a lake you think picnic
Associating a lake with a romantic picnic.
And I see a large mouth up under that log
Seeing fishing potential with a focus on catching a large-mouth bass.
You're probably thinking that you're going to change me
Addressing the partner's expectation of changing the speaker.
In some ways well maybe you might
Acknowledging the possibility of some change due to love.
Scrub me down, dress me up all but no matter what
Despite changes, emphasizing the underlying masculinity.
Remember I'm still a guy
Asserting the core identity as a man.
When you see a priceless French painting
Seeing unconventional aspects in art, contrasting with refined views.
I see drunk, naked girls
Viewing the painting as an opportunity for a wild party.
You think that riding a wild bull sounds crazy
Expressing interest in adventurous and daring activities.
And I'd like to give it a whirl
Willingness to try unconventional and risky experiences for fun.
Well love makes a man do some things he ain't proud of
Acknowledging that love may lead to uncharacteristic actions.
And in a weak moment I might
Recognizing vulnerability in moments of weakness.
Walk your sissy dog, hold your purse at the mall
Humorously mentioning stereotypically feminine activities.
But remember, I'm still a guy
Reiterating the core identity as a man despite occasional deviations.
I'll pour out my heart
Commitment to emotional expression and vulnerability.
Hold your hand in the car
Displaying affection through physical gestures.
Write a love song that makes you cry
Expressing the ability to create emotional music.
Then turn right around knock some jerk to the ground
Readiness to defend against disrespectful behavior.
'Cause he copped a feel as you walked by
Reacting strongly to inappropriate actions towards the partner.
I can hear you now talking to your friends
Anticipating the partner praising personal growth.
Saying "Yeah girls he's come a long way"
Highlighting progress in behavior and attitude.
From dragging his knuckles and carrying a club
Humorously referencing primitive stereotypes.
And building a fire in a cave
Playfully addressing historical gender roles.
But when you say a backrub means only a backrub
Satirizing misunderstandings about physical affection.
Then you swat my hand when I try
Highlighting playful attempts at physical intimacy.
Well, what can I say at the end of the day
Accepting the partner's boundaries with humor.
Honey, I'm still a guy
Reaffirming the core identity as a man despite changes.
And I'll pour out my heart
Repeating commitment to emotional expression and vulnerability.
Hold your hand in the car
Emphasizing affection through physical gestures.
Write a love song that makes you cry
Reiterating the ability to create emotional music.
Then turn right around knock some jerk to the ground
Remaining ready to defend against disrespectful behavior.
'Cause he copped a feel as you walked by
Reaffirming a strong reaction to inappropriate actions.
These days there's dudes getting facials
Observing contemporary trends in male grooming.
Manicured, waxed and botoxed
Highlighting grooming practices perceived as feminine.
With deep spray-on tans and creamy lotiony hands
Mocking excessive grooming and its impact on practical activities.
You can't grip a tackle-box
Humorously pointing out limitations of overly groomed hands.
With all of these men lining up to get neutered
Commenting on the societal trend towards emasculating men.
It's hip now to be feminized
Observing the cultural shift where femininity is celebrated in men.
I don't highlight my hair
Asserting a traditional masculinity by rejecting certain practices.
I've still got a pair
Affirming traditional masculine traits.
Yeah honey, I'm still a guy
Reiterating the core identity as a man with humor.
All my eyebrows ain't plucked
Emphasizing natural and unaltered features.
There's a gun in my truck
Highlighting the presence of traditional masculine elements.
Oh thank God, I'm still a guy
Expressing gratitude for maintaining a traditional masculine identity.
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