"Baker's Dozen" is a song by the punk rock band Guttermouth. It explores the protagonist's confusion and struggle to find their identity within the punk rock subculture. The lyrics express their desire to stand out and be different, while also criticizing the various "cores" or subgenres within punk rock. The protagonist mentions wanting to go punk but feeling overwhelmed by the rules and expectations that come with it. They ask for guidance from a figure identified as Mr. Punker, seeking insight into which punk rock core is right for them. However, they express their preferences and dislikes, dismissing certain subgenres such as emo, skacore, hardcore, and metal. They also make derogatory remarks towards sober vegans and riot girls. The song ultimately reflects the protagonist's frustration with the pressure to conform to specific punk rock styles or ideologies. They assert their desire to be unusual and punk rock, but criticize the existence of divided subgenres and the labeling of different "cores." The repetition of the line "I wanna be unusual" emphasizes their longing to stand out and be true to themselves within the punk rock scene.
