Hate Song | Doobie Lyrics, Meaning & Videos

Hate Song
Doobie Lyrics


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I can't stand it
When you feel like
You're the only one
That's right
Pull the blade
Right from my back

Cut me open
And lick the knife
Drive me crazy
Like you always do
I love the way you fuckin' hate me
I fuckin' hate you, too

Now is your turn to feel
Everything that I felt
Painkillers don't help
When the pain that you're killing is yourself
I'll make you hate me for real
Even though you should hate on yourself
I don't care how you take me at all
Just as long as you take me through hell

I can't stand it
How you feel like
You're the only one
That's right
Pull the blade
Right from my back
Cut me open
And lick the knife
Drive me crazy
Like you always do
I fuckin' love the way you hate me
Girl it's all for you

This is not a love song
This is I hate you for life
Something to "make you cry to" song
You ain't gotta sing alone
You ain't gotta sing alone
The tears that's in your eyes
Speak the words that's in your mind
Or you think you are in front

Cut me open
Make me feel it
I want heartbreak
I don't want healing
I am so lost
Don't wanna be found
Don't you lend your hand
To kick me to the ground
Tear my heart in two
That's what I want you to do
Nothing to lose
By myself and it's cool

I can't stand it
When you feel like
You're the only one
That's right
Pull the blade
Right from my back
Cut me open
And lick the knife
Drive me crazy
Like you always do
I love the way you fuckin' hate me
I fuckin' hate you, too

Now it's your turn to feel
Everything that I felt
Painkillers don't help
When the pain that you're killing is yourself
I make you hate me for real
Even though you should hate on yourself
I don't care how you take me at all
As long as you take me through hell

I can't stand it
How you feel like
You're the only one
That's right
Pull the blade
Right from my back
Cut me open
And lick the knife
Drive me crazy
Like you always do
I fuckin' love the way you hate me
Girl it's all for you

(Doobie, Doobie)


Overall Meaning

The song "Hate Song" by Doobie is a highly emotional, angst-driven ballad that delves into the complex emotions associated with a tumultuous love-hate relationship. The opening lines set the tone for the song, with the artist expressing his hatred for his partner's controlling behavior, which makes him feel like he is the only one in the wrong. The lyrics conveys a sense of vulnerability and raw emotion as the singer hopes to be punished for his transgressions and urges his partner to hurt him emotionally.


The chorus captures the intense emotional tug of war that this relationship seems to be, with the singer simultaneously hating and loving the way his partner makes him feel. The bridge suggests that both partners are struggling with deep emotional issues, with the pain that they are trying to put behind them being in fact an essential part of their relationship. The closing lines are a plea for the partner to take the singer through the wringer, regardless of the cost, showing that the singer is willing to go through pain and suffering if it will bring them closer.


Overall, "Hate Song" is a powerful, emotionally charged song that captures the agony and ecstasy of a toxic relationship.


Line by Line Meaning

I can't stand it
Expressing frustration and intolerance towards the current situation or behavior of the other person.


When you feel like
When you believe that you are the only one who is right, without considering the other person's perspective.


You're the only one
This line reflects the feeling of superiority and egotism of the other person.


That's right
This line further emphasizes the self-righteous attitude of the other person.


Pull the blade
Metaphorically describing the other person's act of betrayal or disloyalty.


Right from my back
This describes how the betrayal was unexpected and came from someone who was supposed to have your back.


Cut me open
Metaphorically describing the emotional pain and hurt caused by the betrayal.


And lick the knife
This line could be interpreted as taking pleasure in causing the other person emotional pain.


Drive me crazy
Describing the emotional turmoil and instability caused by the other person's behavior.


Like you always do
This line suggests that the other person's behavior is not new, but a recurring pattern.


I love the way you fuckin' hate me
This line could be interpreted as a desire for the intensity of emotion that comes with the other person's hatred.


I fuckin' hate you, too
This line expresses mutual hatred and animosity towards the other person.


Now it's your turn to feel
This line communicates the desire for the other person to experience the same pain and hurt they caused.


Everything that I felt
The singer wants the other person to fully understand the extent of the emotional pain they caused.


Painkillers don't help
This line suggests that the pain caused by the other person's actions cannot be numbed or ignored.


When the pain that you're killing is yourself
The other person's behavior is self-destructive and ultimately harmful to themselves.


I'll make you hate me for real
The artist wants to provoke a genuine hatred in the other person, rather than a superficial one.


Even though you should hate on yourself
The other person should take responsibility for their actions and feel guilty, but instead they channel their hatred towards the singer.


I don't care how you take me at all
The singer is willing to endure any kind of treatment from the other person, as long as it means they are still in their life.


Just as long as you take me through hell
The artist is willing to go through any kind of emotional turmoil, including hell, as long as it means they are still involved with the other person.


This is not a love song
The artist wants to make it clear that this song is not a romantic or loving one.


This is I hate you for life
The song is meant to convey a strong and long-lasting feeling of hatred towards the other person.


Something to "make you cry to" song
This line suggests that the song is meant to elicit intense emotions, particularly sadness or tears.


You ain't gotta sing alone
This line offers solidarity to the listener who may be experiencing similar emotions or situations.


The tears that's in your eyes
This line acknowledges the emotional pain of the listener.


Speak the words that's in your mind, or you think you are in front
The listener should express what they are feeling, even if it is difficult or uncomfortable, and face the person who caused the pain.


Make me feel it
The singer desires to experience emotional pain, rather than ignore it, in order to fully process it.


I want heartbreak
The artist wants to experience a deep emotional pain, even if it is heartbreaking.


I don't want healing
The artist does not want to numb or forget the emotional pain, but rather confront it head-on.


Tear my heart in two
The singer wants the other person to cause them intense emotional pain, to the point where it feels like their heart is being torn in two.


That's what I want you to do
The singer desires the other person to cause them emotional pain, indicating a willingness to endure it.


Nothing to lose
The artist is in a vulnerable position, but is willing to take risks and endure emotional pain.


By myself and it's cool
The artist is comfortable with being alone, but still desires emotional intensity from the other person.


Girl it's all for you
This line suggests that the artist's desire for emotional intensity is motivated by their love for the other person.


Writer(s): Doobie

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