The song "A Boy And His Love Gun" by Guttermouth tells the story of a protagonist who is in a troubled and toxic relationship. The lyrics depict his frustration and dissatisfaction with his girlfriend and her violent brother who threatens him with a gun. The song begins by acknowledging that the protagonist suspects his girlfriend of cheating on him. He warns her that he has a brother with a gun, implying that if she hurts him, there will be consequences. The lyrics suggest that he is not willing to be used or taken advantage of as a temporary fling. As the song progresses, the protagonist reveals that he has a problem with his girlfriend, who is not enjoyable to be around. The situation becomes even more complicated as it is revealed that her brother threatens the protagonist with a gun, further escalating the tension. Feeling trapped and running out of options, the protagonist realizes that he must take matters into his own hands. He expresses his anger and frustration towards his girlfriend, saying that she can do demeaning things to him but, if he had the courage, he would retaliate forcefully. The lyrics then imply that the situation escalates even further, with the protagonist getting his own gun. He uses this newfound power to exert control over his girlfriend's brother as a form of revenge. The line "I ease down on the throttle, throttle. It was so much fun. Now he's the hit and run" suggests that he took violent action against the brother, leaving him in a vulnerable position. The chorus repeats the theme of the protagonist having a difficult girlfriend with a threatening brother. The lyrics emphasize that he is running out of options and must take action to resolve the situation. In the final verse, the lyrics describe the protagonist finding satisfaction in the aftermath of his actions. He mentions the visible bruises on his girlfriend's body, implying that he has physically harmed her. The metaphorical reference to their love turning sour and wishing her luck indicates that their relationship has deteriorated beyond repair. Overall, "A Boy And His Love Gun" portrays a dysfunctional and abusive relationship, highlighting the protagonist's struggle and eventual violent response. It conveys a sense of anger, frustration, and the idea that sometimes extreme actions are taken when all other options seem exhausted.
