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ABCDEFU Lyrics

by Gayle

Lyricist: Gayle, Stephen Gordon, James Grant

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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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