Bad Guy Lyrics – Priscilla Block

[Verse 1]
Sometimes the boots that up and leave
Are snakeskin 7s with heels underneath
The dagger gets thrown by painted nails
Straight to a heart, putting it through hell

[Chorus]
Sometimes the one that does you wrong
Is a b0mbshell, blue-eyed, do you dirty blonde
And it’s red lipstick saying goodbye
Sometimes the girl is the bad guy
Sometimes the girl is the bad guy

[Verse 2]
We’ve all heard the story before
He hops up in his 4 by 4
He pulls into the closest bar
And moves on to another heart
We all know how it ends
It’s been that, but that ain’t this

[Chorus]
Sometimes the boots that up and leave
Are snakeskin 7s with heels underneath
The dagger gets thrown by painted nails
Straight to a heart, putting it through hell
Sometimes the one that does you wrong
Is a b0mbshell, blue-eyed, do you dirty blonde
And it’s red lipstick saying goodbye
Sometimes the girl is the bad guy
The bad guy

[Bridge]
He’s calling up his momma while she’s hanging with her friends
He’s underneath a rock while she’s already over him
He’s staying up all night, drinking that whiskey bottle dry
Losing his ever loving mind, praying it ain’t the end

[Chorus]
Sometimes the boots that up and leave
Are snakeskin 7s with heels underneath
The dagger gets thrown by painted nails
Straight to a heart, putting it through hell
Sometimes the one that does you wrong
Is a b0mbshell, blue-eyed, do you dirty blonde
And it’s red lipstick saying goodbye
Sometimes the girl is the bad guy
The bad guy

[Outro]
Sometimes the girl don’t shed a tear
Leaves the guy in the rearview mirror
Middle finger up to a sunset sky
Sometimes the girl is the bad guy

[Verse 1]
Sometimes, unexpectedly, women take on the role of leaving in relationships. The song paints a vivid picture with imagery like “snakeskin 7s with heels underneath” and “painted nails” that illustrate a woman’s departure as both stylish and cutting. The metaphor of a dagger thrown by painted nails straight to the heart vividly captures the emotional pain inflicted.

[Chorus]
The chorus challenges stereotypes by portraying women, typically seen as the victims of heartbreak, as capable of causing it too. It describes a scenario where a woman, characterized as attractive and charismatic (“b0mbshell, blue-eyed, do you dirty blonde”), can hurt and leave a man. The phrase “red lipstick saying goodbye” symbolizes a confident and assertive departure, contrasting with the usual portrayal of women in breakups.

[Verse 2]
This verse contrasts with traditional breakup stories where men often seek solace in bars or rebound quickly. It sets the stage for the unique perspective of the song, where women take charge of their emotions and decisions, turning the tables on typical narratives.

[Chorus]
Repeating the chorus reinforces the message that women can be as emotionally complex and capable of causing heartache as men. It elaborates on the theme with vivid imagery of glamorous and confident women who can leave a lasting emotional impact.

[Bridge]
The bridge shifts to the aftermath of the breakup from the man’s perspective, highlighting his struggle with the emotional fallout while the woman seemingly moves on effortlessly. This juxtaposition underscores the song’s exploration of gender roles in relationships and challenges stereotypes about who can be the “bad guy.”

[Chorus]
Once again, the chorus drives home the theme that women, depicted in glamorous attire and with a confident demeanor, can be just as emotionally devastating as men. It emphasizes that heartbreak is a universal experience not limited to one gender, reflecting the complexity of human emotions in relationships.

[Outro]
The outro presents a scenario where the woman departs without showing signs of remorse or sadness, leaving the man to contemplate her departure. It symbolizes empowerment and independence, challenging traditional notions of vulnerability associated with women in romantic relationships and asserting their agency in deciding their own paths.

1. “Sometimes the boots that up and leave”
This phrase metaphorically describes situations where unexpected departures happen, often by someone who seemed stable or committed.

2. “Are snakeskin 7s with heels underneath”
Refers to the outward appearance of departure – glamorous and deceptive, implying someone leaving unexpectedly in stylish footwear.

3. “The dagger gets thrown by painted nails”
Describes emotional betrayal by someone using their attractiveness and charm (“painted nails”) to inflict deep emotional pain (“dagger”).

4. “Straight to a heart, putting it through hell”
Illustrates the intense emotional impact of betrayal, causing significant distress and anguish.

5. “Sometimes the girl is the bad guy”
Challenges stereotypes by acknowledging that women can also be the ones who cause emotional harm and heartbreak in relationships.