I Just Wanna Be Good
Alice Cooper · Dragon Town [2001]
I got a bulletproof soul
And I'm full of self-esteem
I invented myself with no one's help
I'm a prototype supreme
I sit on my private throne
And run my lifestyle all alone
Me, myself and I agree
We don't need nobobdy else
I never learned to bow, bend or crawl
To any known authority
I really want to build my statue tall
That's all
I'm just trying to be God
I only wanna be God
I just wanna be God
Why can't I be God?
I got no time to take advice
I want to gamble with my eternity
With loaded dice
I don't need a preacher in my face
When I'm the omnipresent ruler of the human race
Ain't gonna
Spend my life being no one's fool
I was born to rock and I was born to rule
But if I'm wrong on judgement day
I'm royally screwed with hell to pay
I never learned to bow, bend or crawl
To any known authority
I really want to build my statue tall
That's all
I'm just trying to be God
I only wanna be God
I just wanna be God
Why can't I be God?
I'm just trying to be God
I only wanna be God
I just wanna be God
Why can't I be God?
I'm just trying to be God
I only wanna be God
I just wanna be God
Why can't I be God?
About I Just Wanna Be Good
"I Just Wanna Be Good" is a track from Alice Cooper's 2001 album *Dragon Town*, marking a significant shift in his musical direction toward a more polished, rock-oriented sound. While Cooper is globally renowned for his theatrical horror rock style and shock persona, this recording reflects a period where he collaborated with producer Rick Rubin to explore a grittier, blues-infused aesthetic. The song features Cooper's signature vocal delivery, blending his characteristic growl with a raw, unfiltered intensity that contrasts with the cleaner production of the album. It stands as a testament to his ability to adapt his artistry across different eras, moving beyond the glam metal and hard rock of his earlier career into a more mature, roots-rock territory. The track remains a notable example of his discography's evolution, showcasing his commitment to exploring diverse musical textures while maintaining his unique vocal identity.