The song "Camp Fire Girl #62" by Guttermouth is a satirical and humorous commentary on a specific type of person or stereotype. The lyrics describe a girl who possesses certain characteristics and traits that the narrator finds amusing and frustrating. The opening lines suggest that the girl in question believes in the healing powers of medicinal marijuana and follows unconventional dietary habits for herself and her pet iguana. She is depicted as someone who avoids going to bars and driving a car, likely due to a personal aversion or beliefs. The lyrics also mention her tendency to protest against war, suggesting that she holds strong opinions and stands up for causes she believes in. However, the narrator sarcastically refers to her as an "idiot," implying that they see her protests as misguided or ill-informed. The chorus expresses the narrator's attraction towards this girl, but they simultaneously acknowledge the need for "saltpeter," a substance used historically to suppress sexual desires. This implies that although the narrator is physically attracted to her, they find her eccentricities and beliefs challenging to reconcile with their own. Throughout the song, the narrator makes several ironic remarks about the girl's friends, highlighting their perpetual dissatisfaction and knack for complaining. The mention of the girl looking down upon the narrator's comrades suggests a sense of superiority or elitism. The lyrics repeat the notion of the girl not knowing what she is fighting for, comparing her to a modern-day conquistador. This emphasizes the narrator's belief that she lacks a clear understanding of her own causes and may be protesting without a true purpose. The song concludes with a repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the narrator's frustration and bemusement with the girl's idiosyncrasies. Overall, "Camp Fire Girl #62" is a satirical portrayal of a specific type of person who holds unconventional beliefs, protests against societal norms, and is seen by the narrator as an "idiot." The song uses humorous and sarcastic language to convey the narrator's thoughts and feelings about this individual.
