He-Man Woman Hater
Extreme · Pornograffitti [1990]
Let me tell you about this love and hate relation
Between a man and a woman
And so none of you all get the wrong interpretation
I can't live with them
I'm gonna die without them
Sooner or later
You'll be a he man woman hater
It's inevitable
And to become one
You've gotta really hate to love them
He man woman hater
He, he man woman hater
You know I love to hate cause I hate to love them
He man's behavior
Doesn't need no explanation
We all got a one track mind
He men have always had a sexual preoccupation
It's gonna be your place or it's gonna be mine
Sooner or later
You'll be a he man woman hater
It's inevitable
And to become one
You've gotta really hate to love them
He man woman hater
He, he man woman hater
You know I love to hate cause I hate to love them
He, he man woman hater
Can't live with em gonna die without 'em
He-Man Woman Hater
He-Man Woman Hater stands as a defining track from Extreme's 1990 debut album, Pornograffitti. The song showcases the band's signature blend of hard rock and funk, driven by Nuno Bettencourt's intricate guitar work and Gary Cherone's dynamic vocals. As a cornerstone of their early discography, the recording highlights the group's ability to merge heavy riffs with rhythmic grooves, establishing a sound that would influence the alternative rock landscape of the era. The track remains a staple in their live performances, reflecting the energetic and theatrical style that characterized their initial rise to prominence. Its enduring popularity underscores the band's impact on the genre during the late 1980s and early 1990s.