The song lyrics of "Dancing Queen" completely contrasts Muriel's life in Porpoise Spit. This is clear as Muriel is not seventeen but in her twenty's. She does go partying/ clubbing but she is not considered 'hot' or sexy that she will attract several guys just by dancing. I also believe that she does not have the guts or confidence to simply brush off several guys, if they even decided to make a move on her, then leave them hanging. Instead she would be the type to simply follow like a fool towards any guy who comes towards her. The song also portrays a person who has a lively, fun, free and happy life, in contrast, Muriel does not have such a life. What she has is a life where she is miserable and constantly has her self esteem put down by those around her, obviously, not so happy, free or fun.
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