The Pretender Lyrics

Lyric discussion by Mr Dan 

Cover art for The Pretender lyrics by Foo Fighters

I would have to say this song depicts a world in which people are all being treated under rule and being told what to believe, how to behave and what to do with their lives. Through Marketing, Through Governments etc.

"What if I say I'm not just another one of your plays" Everyone is treated as a puppet. Told what to do and directed. See above paragraph.

This song is basically saying that he is not like the others. He is a rebel. Unique. We are not puppets on a string and we will not be told what to do why these authoritative figures.

Its my interpretation. I can not see any associations with Love.

ooop. Just read the above. songofthedeafgirl has got it aswell!

Anyway, Brilliant song and its not the real meaning that counts I guess! Its your interpretation! Thank Goodness for Postmodernism! :D

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