You'll Never Be A Man
Elvis Costello · Elvis Costello Limited Edition Collector's Box Set - Amazon.Com E [2007]
Though the fist is mightier than the lip, it adds the aggravation
Bridge and Chorus:
I got the password
I got persuasion
A proposition for invasion of your privacy
Give yourself away and find the fake in me
You'll never be a man
No matter how many foreign bodies you can take
You'll never be a man
When you're half a woman and you're half awake
With a face full of tears and a chemical shake
Under the table with a chemical shake
Given half a chance, that I can take
Are you so superior, are you in such pain
Are you made out of porcelain?
When they made you they broke the cast
Don't wanna be first, I just want to last
You strike a profile on the low side of my imagination
My eyes climbed down to find the point of possible saturation
Bridge and Chorus
You'll Never Be A Man
Released on Elvis Costello's 2007 collector's box set, 'You'll Never Be A Man' stands as a poignant reflection on the fragility of masculinity and the pressures of adulthood. Written during a period of intense personal introspection, the track showcases Costello's signature blend of melancholic pop sensibility and sharp, witty lyricism. The recording features his characteristic baritone delivery, layered with a driving rhythm section that underscores the song's themes of vulnerability and the struggle to define one's identity. As part of his broader discography, this track exemplifies his ability to craft emotionally resonant narratives that resonate with listeners across generations, capturing the universal experience of growing up and the complexities of male self-perception.