The song "Shithead" by Harley Poe is a dark and humorous track that tells a story of betrayal and revenge in a relationship. The lyrics depict a toxic and manipulative dynamic between the narrator and their partner. The song starts with the narrator being under the spell of their partner, who they compare to a Quaalude, a sedative drug. The partner desires intimacy ("You wanna get nude"), but the narrator knows they will never obtain it ("Never gonna get it"). The narrator then questions if they are being repulsive or unacceptable in the relationship. They playfully ask if they are appalling, and if they should confess their true feelings. However, they sarcastically suggest that after confessing, there will be a downfall in the relationship. The following lines express the narrator's desire to escape reality. They find solace in closing their eyes and dreaming, feeling like they are floating in outer space. They invite their partner to snuggle with them, suggesting that they are welcome in their dream world. However, they request that their partner doesn't ruin the dream by playing a cruel prank on them ("Don't smear a shit cake on my face"). The tone quickly shifts as the narrator expresses their anger and frustration towards their partner. They call them out, using offensive terms like "shithead" and "Typhoid tapeworm." The narrator feels that they have been taken advantage of, and the satisfaction gained by their partner was not worth the pain they caused. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the narrator's anger and resentment. They sarcastically question why their partner has left, acknowledging that it may be karma for giving them permission to mistreat them ("When I said go ahead, it's alright, Shit on me tonight"). The bridge of the song reveals the narrator's desire for revenge. They declare that they will leave a burning bag of poop at their partner's door and intentionally make a mess in their car. The narrator implies that they could have had a loving relationship, but their partner's actions have made it dirty and unbearable. Overall, "Shithead" portrays a dysfunctional and vindictive relationship in a darkly comedic way. The lyrics exemplify themes of manipulation, betrayal, and the desire for revenge.
