Discover the story of the song > Centrefold – J Geils Band

The song is about the protagonist's crush, who used to sit next to him in homeroom class. He describes her as pure and perfect. Many years later, he sees a picture of her in a magazine and realizes she's become a centerfold model. He admits to feeling conflicted about it but ultimately decides to buy the magazine. The song is catchy and upbeat, but the lyrics objectify women and promote the idea of women being valued based on their physical appearance.