Joan Jett and The Blackhearts' song "Handyman" is a passionate and provocative anthem about desire, longing, and the complexities of a love-hate relationship. The lyrics depict the narrator's intense feelings for a person named Randy, whom they both love and hate at the same time. The narrator expresses their need for Randy, despite the pain and hurt they end up experiencing when they are together. They confess that Randy has a power over them, making them feel vulnerable and exposed, as if they are under a spell. The lyrics suggest a strong physical attraction and vulnerability between the narrator and Randy. The chorus of the song, "Cum as fast as you can, I need my handyman, Randy, Randy, you're too hard," uses sexual innuendo to describe their longing for Randy. The term "handyman" is used metaphorically to represent Randy as someone who can fulfill the narrator's desires and provide them with satisfaction and release. The lyrics also express the frustration and desperation of the narrator, who mentions their constant need to satisfy themselves through masturbation when Randy is not around. They feel a mix of love and hate, confusion, and emotional turmoil in their relationship with Randy. Overall, "Handyman" paints a vivid picture of a relationship characterized by intense passion, desire, and the longing for emotional and physical connection. The song explores the complexities and contradictions that can exist within love, and the rawness of the narrator's emotions shines through in each lyric.
