Pauline
Screeching Weasel · Teen Punks In Heat [2000]
an average girl in combat boots.
she photographed the punk rock bands that came through
town. another time, another place,
another fist aimed at my face.
but now and then i wonder if she's still around.
does she publish her own zine or does she work for
seventeen? is she married?
is she rich? or selling crack to teenage kids?
when i've been kicked while i am down i wonder if she
left that town. i wonder whatever happened to pauline.
Pauline
Pauline stands as a vibrant example of Screeching Weasel's enduring punk rock energy, recorded during the band's prolific turn-of-the-millennium era. Featured on the 2000 album Teen Punks In Heat, the track captures the group's signature blend of melodic hooks and fast-paced instrumentation that defined their extensive discography. Ben Weasel's songwriting often explores themes of youth and relationships with a characteristic mix of humor and sincerity, qualities that resonate throughout this recording. The song contributes to the band's rich catalogue of work, showcasing their ability to maintain high-energy performances while refining their pop-punk sound. As part of a broader collection of tracks from this period, Pauline reflects the consistent quality and stylistic identity that has kept Screeching Weasel relevant within the punk community for decades.