Lyrics
I need a strong girl
Iggy Pop expresses a desire for a strong and resilient female companion.
Cause war's where I'm going
Indicates that the singer is heading towards a challenging or conflict-ridden situation, and he needs a strong girl for support.
I need a war girl
Reiterates the need for a girl who can handle and confront challenges or conflicts.
Who wants to show 'em
Suggests that the strong girl should be willing to prove herself in difficult situations.
Good people want to be
Reflects on the desire of good people to be true to themselves.
Really what they are
Continues the theme of authenticity, emphasizing the importance of being genuine.
But if you try, you will fry
Warns that attempting to be true to oneself can have consequences, using the metaphor of "frying" or facing challenges.
Plenty before catching fire
Suggests that many individuals face difficulties before achieving authenticity.
I need a strong girl
Reiterates the need for a strong girl, this time emphasizing the ability to handle tension.
Who works on tension
Describes the ideal girl as someone who can manage and navigate tense situations.
I need a gendarme
Introduces the term "gendarme," possibly referring to a woman with authority or control.
Cause I'm after ascension
Indicates that the singer is seeking a strong girl for his journey towards ascension or improvement.
When the guns raise, hit my back
Describes a moment when guns are raised, possibly symbolizing conflict or danger.
On a naked day
Refers to a vulnerable moment, being exposed on a naked day.
I know I will testify
Expresses confidence that the singer will testify or speak the truth despite the circumstances.
No matter what I have to say
Asserts the determination to speak the truth regardless of the consequences.
Na-na-na-na-na-na-na-na
Repetitive chant, possibly emphasizing the strength of the strong girl.
Strong girl, she's like a ocean
Compares the strong girl to an ocean, suggesting depth, vastness, and strength.
I need an eagle
Expresses the need for an eagle, possibly symbolizing keen observation or insight.
To be my scanner
The eagle is desired to serve as a scanner, implying a need for vigilance and awareness.
Cause a liar
Highlights the deceptive nature of a liar, who may appear as a winner.
Can look like a winner
Suggests the importance of having someone with a sharp eye to distinguish truth from deception.
All the animals
Mentions animals running with the pack, contrasting the singer who chooses not to conform.
Are running with the pack
Highlights the singer's position outside the pack, indicating a refusal to engage in a fight.
I'm outside, tell you why
Provides a reason for not wanting to fight back against the pack of animals.
I don't wanna fight 'em back
Emphasizes the singer's reluctance to engage in conflict with the pack.
Strong girl, she's like an ocean
Reiteration of the strong girl's resemblance to an ocean, emphasizing her strength.
Strong girl, she's like an ocean
Repeats the comparison of the strong girl to an ocean for emphasis.
Yeah
A simple affirmation of the strength of the strong girl.
Strong girl, she's like an ocean
Repetition of the strong girl's ocean-like strength for emphasis.
Strong girl, she's like an ocean
Continues to emphasize the strength of the strong girl using the ocean metaphor.
Strong girl, strong girl
A conclusive statement reinforcing the strength of the strong girl.
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