Mean Woman Blues

The singer describes a woman as “mean,” but the mood is playful rather than truly angry. He seems attracted to her strong, difficult personality, and the repeated refrain turns their shared “meanness” into a teasing joke. His confidence and lively delivery make the relationship sound energetic and entertaining.

“Mean as she can be” suggests that she is sharp-tempered or challenging, though the lyrics do not explain what she does. The singer’s claim that she is “almost mean as me” implies that he sees himself as just as tough or troublesome. “Makes me flip” is an informal expression meaning she excites or overwhelms him; here, it points to attraction, especially alongside the description of her lips and hips.

The song may be describing a spirited romance in which each person enjoys matching the other’s attitude. But “mean” could also hint at real friction, and the lyrics give too little detail to decide. The repeated praise and playful tone suggest that her supposed meanness is part of her appeal, not simply a complaint.