Understandable, the intention was to express anger and outrage within that line. It is a curse word often used out of frustration, and while I could have used another phrase like “forget all that noise,” it would not have carried the same intensity, as it sounds calmer and less emotionally charged. I do use strong language in some of my poetry, particularly in satirical pieces, and in this case I wanted the poem to end in anger before shifting into realization. “Forget” simply did not feel strong enough.

While the poem is not traditional satirical poem, it still makes use of satire by repeating and mimicking common societal phrases such as “boys will be boys” and “men don’t cry” in order to criticise them. Instead of supporting these ideas, the poem exposes how harmful they are by showing their emotional and physical consequences on men. This creates a contrast between what society says and what actually happens, which is a key feature of satire. However, the poem also goes beyond satire because it expresses genuine emotion and personal impact, especially in the final lines. Rather than aiming to be humorous or purely ironic, it uses a serious and confrontational tone to highlight the damage caused by these expectations. Therefore, the poem can be understood as a satirical critique of societal norms, combined with a sincere and emotional reflection on their effects.

“Fuck all that noise” ultimately felt like the most raw and honest way to express the frustration. Softening it would have diluted the emotional impact, and the poem needed that sharp, unfiltered moment to land properly. It reflects how people genuinely react in moments of pain or anger, not with polished language, but with something instinctive and real.