Bulletproof

Afghan Whigs · Black Love [1996]

Love

I can't hide

But it's been easier

Since I said it now

Love

It don't end

And I can't buy

A friend

I waited long

The waiting's over

So get on down

This time we go a little lower

The sun has broke

I stretch it out

And throw some gas into the fire

To tell the truth

To tell it well

It all depends upon the liar

And if I scream, overboard

I'm in this over my head

Or whisper sweet

Baby please, baby please

Am I ded?

Every time I dream about you, baby

With your hands all over me

I never forget anything

Don't forget that I'm asleep

Go to sleep

It's over now

A final prayer for my friend

You tell that fool, to make it good

You have to start at the end

And if I scream, overkill

I'm in this over my head

Or whisper sweet, baby please

I must have meant what I said

Bulletproof

Bulletproof stands as a defining track from the Afghan Whigs' 1996 album Black Love, capturing the band at the height of their alternative rock influence. The recording showcases the group's signature blend of gritty guitar work and emotionally charged vocals, hallmarks of their mid-nineties output. As part of a critically acclaimed era that solidified their reputation, the song reflects the raw energy and sophisticated songwriting that characterized their discography during this period. The track remains a testament to the band's ability to merge melodic sensibilities with a darker, more intense sonic palette, securing its place within their enduring body of work.