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ABCDEFU Lyrics
by Gayle
Lyricist: Gayle, Stephen Gordon, James Grant
1 views • Published on Sep 24, 2026
ABCDEFU Lyrics
I swear I meant to mean the best when it ended
Even tried to bite my tongue when you start shit
Now you're textin' all my friends asking questions
They never even liked you in the first place
Dated a girl that I hate for the attention
She only made it two days, what a connection
It's like you'd do anything for my affection
You're goin' all about it in the worst ways
I was into you, but I'm over it now
And I was tryna be nice
But nothing's getting through, so let me spеll it out
A-B-C-D-E, fuck you
And your mom and your sister and your job
And your broke-ass car and that shit you call art
Fuck you and your friends that I'll nеver see again
Everybody but your dog, you can all fuck off
Nah-nah-nah, nah-nah, nah, nah-nah
A-B-C-D-E, fuck you
You said you just needed space and so I gave it
When I had nothin' to say you couldn't take it
Told everyone I'm a bitch, so I became it
Always had to put yourself above me
I was into you, but I'm over it now
And I was tryna be nice
But nothing's getting through, so let me spell it out
A-B-C-D-E, fuck you
And your mom and your sister and your job
And your craigslist couch and the way your voice sounds
Fuck you and your friends that I'll never see again
Everybody but your dog, you can all fuck off
Nah-nah-nah, nah-nah, nah, nah-nah
A-B-C-D-E, fuck off
Nah-nah-nah, nah-nah, nah, nah-nah
A-B-C-D-E, fuck you
And your mom and your sister and your job
And your broke-ass car and that shit you call art
Fuck you and your friends that I'll never see again
Everybody but your dog, you can all fuck off
ABCDEFU - English Translation
Juro que quería lo mejor cuando todo terminó
Hasta intenté morder la lengua cuando empezabas a sembrar el caos
Ahora me estás enviando mensajes a mis amigos preguntando
Nunca te gustaban en realidad
Saliste con una chica que odio por su atención
Solo duró dos días, qué conexión
Como si harías cualquier cosa por mi afecto
Te lo estás pasando deprisa y mal, de las peores maneras
Estaba enganchado a ti, pero ya no lo estoy más
Y traté de ser amable
Pero nada llega a través, así que déjame decirlo todo
A-B-C-D-E, vete al carajo
Y tu madre, tu hermana y tu trabajo
Y tu coche destartalado y esa mierda que llamas arte
Vete al carajo tú y tus amigos que nunca volveré a ver
Todos menos tu perro, pueden irse todos al infierno
Nah-nah-nah, nah-nah, nah, nah-nah
A-B-C-D-E, vete al carajo
Dijiste que solo necesitabas espacio y yo te lo di
Cuando no tenía nada que decir, no podías soportarlo
Me dijiste que era una zorra, así que me convertí en ella
Siempre tenías que ponerte por encima de mí
Estaba enganchado a ti, pero ya no lo estoy más
Y traté de ser amable
Pero nada llega a través, así que déjame decirlo todo
A-B-C-D-E, vete al carajo
Y tu madre, tu hermana y tu trabajo
Y tu sofá de Craigslist y la forma en que suena tu voz
Vete al carajo tú y tus amigos que nunca volveré a ver
Todos menos tu perro, pueden irse todos al infierno
Nah-nah-nah, nah-nah, nah, nah-nah
A-B-C-D-E, vete al carajo
Nah-nah-nah, nah-nah, nah, nah-nah
A-B-C-D-E, vete al carajo
Y tu madre, tu hermana y tu trabajo
Y tu coche destartalado y esa mierda que llamas arte
Vete al carajo tú y tus amigos que nunca volveré a ver
Todos menos tu perro, pueden irse todos al infierno
Meaning of ABCDEFU
Gayle’s “ABCDEFU” is a raw, unapologetic eruption of frustration and resentment disguised as a bizarre, almost hypnotic chant. The song's core theme revolves around the painful process of moving on from someone – not just romantically, but encompassing their entire orbit – and rejecting the attempts at reconciliation with a forceful, almost aggressive assertion of self-worth. Initially presented as a hesitant attempt to be ‘nice,’ the lyrics quickly devolve into a venomous dismantling of this former interest, framed through a repetitive mantra: “A-B-C-D-E, fuck you.” This isn’t simply anger; it's a calculated rejection built on meticulous observation and a profound sense of being exploited. The narrative unfolds with a pointedly petty accumulation of grievances – the ex’s relentless questioning via friends who never genuinely liked him, the attention-seeking girlfriend that lasted only two days, the desperate attempts to win her affection, and ultimately, the feeling of constantly having to prioritize his needs above her own. Gayle skillfully employs details, transforming mundane aspects of his life – his mother, sister, job, dilapidated car, even his “art” – into targets for scornful dismissal, demonstrating a calculated dismantling of any remaining connection.
The repetition of "A-B-C-D-E, fuck you" isn’t just a curse; it's a sonic representation of the speaker’s internal monologue, solidifying her decision and pushing back against any lingering vulnerability. The “nah-nah-nah” interjections add to this intensity, creating a rhythmic drive that mirrors the escalating frustration. There’s a subtle meta-narrative here too – she initially offered ‘space,’ only to be subsequently labeled a ‘bitch,’ suggesting a cyclical pattern of self-deprecation and emotional manipulation. The final lines, explicitly stating “Everybody but your dog, you can all fuck off,” highlight a prioritization of genuine companionship over the superficiality of the ex’s social circle. Ultimately, "ABCDEFU" is Gayle's assertive declaration that she's not interested in playing games or offering second chances; it’s an anthem for reclaiming agency and rejecting emotional obligation with unapologetic force, revealing a potent blend of anger, self-awareness, and a defiant refusal to be defined by another person’s needs.
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