The song is a declaration of self-worth. By rejecting the generic term “dude,” she rejects being reduced to an androgynous label. She seeks respect for her individuality, cultural background, and values. The humour and irony (e.g., shouting “DUDE!” in the bridge and the double meaning of the song’s title) underscore her frustration with assumptions on appellations, making the song both a personal anthem and a critique on language laziness.

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