The song "Dad Style" by Hovey Benjamin is a humorous and satirical take on the concept of "dad style" and the expectations associated with it. The lyrics suggest that the narrator is being sought after and desired by others solely because he embodies the style and appearance often associated with fathers, hence the phrase "you only fuck with me 'cause I'm dad style." The narrator mocks this attention, claiming that others should have recognized his individual style and not just be attracted to him because of his dad-like aesthetic. The song reflects on the narrator's reluctance to embrace fatherhood and the responsibilities that come with it. They express a fear of having children and try to distance themselves from that lifestyle by dressing like a dad without actually having any kids. The narrator jokes about their own ambivalence towards parenting and the societal pressure to conform to traditional family structures. Overall, the song uses humor and irony to highlight the superficiality of people's attraction to the "dad style" and playfully subverts the expectations and stereotypes associated with it.
