Rebel Girl
Bikini Kill
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That girl thinks she's the queen of the neighborhood She's got the hottest trike in town That girl she holds her head up so high I think I want to be her best friend, yeah Rebel girl rebel girl Rebel girl you are the queen of my world Rebel girl rebel girl I think I want to take you home I want to try on your clothes When she talks, I hear the revolution In her hips, there's revolutions When she walks, the revolution's coming In her kiss, I taste the revolution! Rebel girl rebel girl Rebel girl you are the queen of my world Rebel girl rebel girl I know I want to take you home I want to try on your clothes That girl thinks she's the queen of the neighborhood I got news for you, she is! They say she's a dyke but I know She is my best friend yeah Rebel girl rebel girl Rebel girl you are the queen of my world Rebel girl rebel girl I know I want to take you home I want to try on your clothes Love you like a sister, always Soul sister, blood sister Come and be my best friend, really Rebel girl I really like you, I really want to be your best friend Be my rebel girl
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Written by: Kathleen Hanna, Billy Karren, Tobi Vail, Kathi Wilcox
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12 facts about this song
Song Title and Artist"Rebel Girl" is a song by the punk rock band Bikini Kill. The version featuring Joan Jett on production and additional vocals was released in 1993.
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Band Formation and StyleBikini Kill was a punk rock band that formed in 1990 in Olympia, Washington. They were known for their aggressive style and feminist lyrics.
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Song Theme"Rebel Girl" is an anthemic track which celebrates the empowerment of women, aligning with the band's feminist ideologies.
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Joan Jett ContributionJoan Jett, a successful rock musician known for her work with the Runaways and Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, co-produced and provided additional vocals for "Rebel Girl".
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Commercial SuccessDespite its popularity within the punk rock scene, "Rebel Girl" never achieved major commercial success. However, it's often cited as Bikini Kill's most recognizable song.
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Influential ImpactThe song continues to inspire and empower women today. Its influence can be seen in the works of contemporary punk bands and its use in media as a feminist anthem.
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Album Release"Rebel Girl" was featured on the Bikini Kill EP "New Radio" released in 1993.
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Band InfluenceBikini Kill is commonly associated with the riot grrrl movement, a feminist punk rock movement that began in the early 1990s. "Rebel Girl" embodies this movement with its defiant lyrics and alternative sound.
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LegacyIn 2019, Bikini Kill reunited for a tour, and "Rebel Girl" continues to be a staple in their performances.
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Cultural Reference"Rebel Girl" has seen significant media exposure over the years, appearing in movies, TV shows, and advertisements, reinforcing its standing as a powerful cultural and feminist symbol.
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Critical ReceptionThe song has been praised by critics for its aggressive instrumentals paired with its raw and empowering lyrics.
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Song RecognitionIn 2020, "Rebel Girl" was named one of the greatest feminist anthems ever recorded by NME.
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