The song "No More Mr Nice Guy" by Electric Six is actually a cover of the original song by Alice Cooper. It was released as a single in 1973 and became a hit for Cooper. Electric Six's version adds their own rock twist to the song. The lyrics of the song describe a transformation of the narrator from a kind and helpful person to someone who no longer wants to be seen as nice. The opening lines suggest that the narrator used to be sweet and charitable, but something has changed. The line "They got a hold of me" implies that external forces or influence have changed their personality. The narrator feels isolated and rejected because their actions have been misinterpreted or judged negatively by others. People refuse to associate with them due to reading negative things about them in the newspapers. This rejection causes the narrator to become bitter and resentful, hence the line "And I'm gettin' real shot down, And I'm feeling mean." The chorus, "No more Mister Nice Guy, No more Mister Clean," represents the narrator rejecting their previous persona and wanting to shed their goody-two-shoes image. They are tired of being seen as someone who is sick or obscene by society's standards. The subsequent lyrics touch on personal misfortunes such as being bitten by their dog and clawed by their cat. Their family is also facing problems, with their mother being ostracized from social circles and their father having to hide. The line about attending church incognito suggests that even in a place of worship, the narrator is recognized and physically attacked by the Reverend for reasons related to their tarnished reputation. Overall, the song explores themes of identity, societal judgment, and the consequences of trying to maintain a perfect image. It suggests that the pressure to conform to society's expectations can lead to a rebellion against societal norms and a shedding of one's previous "nice guy" persona.
