Daddy I'm Fine
Sinead O'Connor · Faith And Courage [2000]
Where there was not too much going on down
For girls whose only hope
Was not to find a man who could piss in a pot
So early I heard my first guitar
And I knew I wanted to be a big star
And I told my poor worried father
Said I ain't gonna go to school no more
Cuz see I wanna look cool and I wanna look good
With my hair slicked back and my black leather boots
Wanna stand up tall with my boobs upright
And feel real hot when the makeup's nice
I get sexy underneath the lights
Like I wanna fuck every man in sight
Baby come home with me tonight
Make you feel good make you feel all right
I'm going away to London
I got myself a big fat plan
Gonna be a singer in a rock 'n' roll band
And I'm gonna change everything I can
Sorry to be disappointing
Wasn't born for no marrying
Wanna make my own living singing
Strong independent Pagan woman singing
And I feel real cool and I feel real good
Got my hair shaved off and my black thigh boots
I stand up tall with my pride upright
And I feel real hot when the makeup's nice
I get sexy underneath them lights
Like I wanna fuck every man in sight
Baby come home with me tonight
Make you feel good make you feel all right
I'm glad I came here to London
I've myself some big fat fun
And I have even made some mon'
I got the most angelic son
My baby daughter is golden
And I do what I like for fun
And I'm happy in my prime
Daddy I'm fine I'm fine Daddy I'm fine
Daddy I'm fine I'm fine Daddy I love you
Daddy I'm Fine
Daddy I'm Fine stands as a poignant song in Sinéad O'Connor's discography, appearing on her 2000 album Faith and Courage. The track reflects the artist's signature emotional intensity and genre-blending approach, merging elements of alternative rock with introspective songwriting. During this period, O'Connor was navigating a complex phase of her career, exploring themes of vulnerability and resilience that defined much of her work in the turn of the millennium. The recording showcases her distinctive vocal delivery, capable of conveying deep personal sentiment without relying on overt theatricality. As part of an album that also features tracks like The State I'm In, this song contributes to a cohesive body of work that highlights her evolution as a songwriter. It remains a notable example of her ability to craft intimate narratives within a broader musical landscape, resonating with listeners through its raw honesty and melodic depth.