The Horrors' song "Sheena Is A Parasite" is about a woman named Sheena who is depicted as being opportunistic and self-reliant. The song talks about how Sheena knows just where the knife is and how she is quick to use it when needed. However, the lyrics go on to say that Sheena's fingers aren't as fast as they used to be since she has been in the country for 29 years now. The chorus repeats the phrase "Sheena is a parasite" four times, implying that she takes advantage of people and is not a positive influence on those around her. The song talks about how people want to send Sheena back to the sea, but she fights back with bile. She claims to be working for the Lord, but the lyrics imply that she is looking for something else entirely. The song takes a darker turn when it describes Sheena's ambition and her coldness behind the glass. The lyrics say that if Sheena were buried, no one would care because she hates everyone she knows. Overall, the song is a criticism of someone who takes advantage of others and has no positive impact on those around them. The title "Sheena Is A Parasite" is a straightforward description of the person being criticized.
