Song Meaning
These lyrics paint a vivid, almost comically exaggerated picture of male striving for women's approval. Men found banks and seek Nobel prizes, all in pursuit of an elusive ideal. Yet, a deep frustration simmers beneath these grand gestures.
This tension crystallizes in the repeated refrain, "Ženský to jsou Andělé" (Women are Angels). This seemingly adoring statement is immediately undercut by the perceived demands: "success on his forehead," "an artist or a thief." The lyrics suggest a stark reality where "if you're just average, give up hope."
The core of the song's bite lies in this sharp irony. The "angel" label becomes a bitter observation, contrasting sharply with the almost transactional conditions for male acceptance. The exaggerated male efforts – "kytaru žhaví doběla" (he heats the guitar white-hot) – highlight the perceived futility when the object of affection remains just out of reach, "není tam" (she's not there).
What makes these lyrics resonate is their blend of cynical humor and raw, relatable resignation. The shift to a collective "Lížem si rány s láhví meditujem" (We lick our wounds, meditate with a bottle) creates a sense of shared commiseration. Despite the frustration and the seemingly impossible standards, the final line, "Dál je milujem" (We still love them), delivers a poignant, almost illogical punch, revealing an enduring, complex affection that transcends the bitterness.