Fat Lyrics – Jesse Welles

[Refrain]
Well it’s your own damn fault you’re so damn fat
It’s just like when your grandpappy’s lungs turned black
That was his fault too
The doctor told him what to do
He smoked Camels, I guess he bought the wrong pack

[Verse 1]
It ain’t like an evil team of scientists
Through rigorous testing
Created the most abominable snacks
Grinding critters and chemicals up in a factory
Now your hand is stuck inside of the sack
[Refrain]
Well it’s your own damn fault you’re so damn fat
Coca-Cola just walked in with the results
They did a self investigation like a Florida sheriff station
So you know they won’t be found at fault

[Verse 2]
Diabetes
Help us, Jesus
If you’re fit, willing, and able
For a smooth ten grand they’ll put your guts in a band
And that’s all fine if you don’t die on the table
Sucrose monosaccharides
Diastatic malt
High-fructose corn syrup
It’s your own fu*king fault

[Refrain]
It’s your own damn fault you’re so damn fat
Shame, shame, shame
All the food on the shelf was engineered for your health
So you’re gonna have to take the blame

[Refrain]
Well it’s your own damn fault you’re so damn fat
It’s just like when your grandpappy’s lungs turned black
That was his fault too
The doctor told him what to do
He smoked Camels, I guess he bought the wrong pack

[Refrain]
This refrain establishes the central theme of personal responsibility for one’s weight. By likening obesity to smoking-induced lung disease, it suggests that individuals have agency over their health outcomes, regardless of external factors or societal influences.

[Verse 1]
The verse criticizes the notion of blaming external forces, such as food manufacturers, for obesity. It dismisses the idea that unhealthy snacks are the result of intentional manipulation by scientists, instead suggesting that individuals willingly consume such products despite their known health risks.

[Refrain]
This refrain reinforces the idea of personal accountability by referencing Coca-Cola’s self-investigation into their products. The comparison to a sheriff’s station implies a superficial investigation aimed at absolving themselves of blame, highlighting the need for individuals to take responsibility for their own health.

[Verse 2]
The verse highlights the consequences of obesity, such as diabetes, while sarcastically referencing the potential for weight loss surgery as a solution. It lists various sugary ingredients commonly found in unhealthy foods, emphasizing the individual’s responsibility for their dietary choices and subsequent health issues.

[Refrain]
This refrain reiterates the message of personal responsibility and the societal tendency to blame external factors for obesity. It suggests that individuals must acknowledge their role in choosing what they eat, despite the prevalence of engineered foods marketed as healthy options.

[Refrain]
This final refrain echoes the opening refrain, concluding the song with a reaffirmation of the central message. By recalling the example of smoking-induced lung disease, it underscores the idea that individuals have control over their health outcomes, regardless of societal influences or external factors.