Mad House
Rihanna Lyrics
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To those among you who are easily frightened
We suggest you turn away now
To those of you who think they can take it
We say, welcome to the mad house!
Aah, ooh
Aah, ooh
(Mad house)
Na nana nana nana
Nana, nana, nana, nana
Come on, come on, come on in
Come on, come on in
Mad house
Aah, ooh
Aah, ooh
Welcome to the mad house
Na nana nana nana
Nana, nana, nana, nana
Come on, come on, come on in
Come on, come on in
The lyrics to Rihanna's "Mad House" are inviting listeners to join in on the chaos and energy of what can only be described as a mad house. The opening lines serve as a warning, cautioning those who may be easily frightened to turn away, while simultaneously inviting those who are up for the challenge to join in on the fun. The repeated use of the phrase "mad house" throughout the song reinforces the idea that this is a place where anything can happen, and where madness and chaos reign supreme.
The chorus, which repeats several times throughout the song, is a simple invitation to come on in and join the party. The use of the repetitive "na nana nana nana" and "come on, come on" lines create a sense of urgency and excitement, urging listeners to get involved in the madness. The overall effect of the song is a feeling of unbridled energy and a sense that anything can happen in this mad house.
Overall, the lyrics to "Mad House" are a reflection of Rihanna's bold, energetic, and irreverent style. She invites us to join her in a world of chaos and madness, where anything is possible and only the fearless can thrive.
Line by Line Meaning
Ladies and gentlemen
Attention! Everyone listen up
To those among you who are easily frightened
For those of you who are afraid easily
We suggest you turn away now
We recommend you leave right now
To those of you who think they can take it
For the ones who think they can handle it
We say, welcome to the mad house!
You're welcome to the wild, chaotic, and crazy environment we're in!
Aah, ooh
Moaning sound, expressing excitement or thrill
Aah, ooh
A second expression of excitement or thrill
(Mad house)
Emphasizing the craziness and chaotic atmosphere
Na nana nana nana
Non-verbal expression often used to show excitement
Nana, nana, nana, nana
Repetition of the previous line
Come on, come on, come on in
Invitation to join the madness
Come on, come on in
An additional call to join in on the craziness
Mad house
Reiteration of the song's title, emphasizing the wild, crazy environment
Aah, ooh
A final expression of excitement or thrill
Aah, ooh
Another final expression of excitement or thrill
Welcome to the mad house
Final invitation to join in on the chaos
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Makeba Riddick, Robyn Fenty, William Kennard, Saul Milton
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