Kick It
.:. Peaches Lyrics


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How do you do that cool dance?
Baby, don't split those hot pants
I got these moves that we can do to and sing
I don't look too good in pink

I use to slash myself up
I like to play it tough
Cuts, bruises, blood oozes, bones breaking rough
You gotta handle that stuff

Yeah, yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah, yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah, yeah, kick it, kick it, kick it

I want to be your cat
Screw that
I'm not sixteen but I got leather boots and suede
Ah, go fuck your pain away

I heard you like kinky shit
That just depends who I'm with
What is it S&M or some kind of toy?
Like you said Search And Destroy

Some people don't like my crotch
Because it's got fuzzy spots
But if you play Moses, you'll meet burning bush, baby
And that is just what I've got

Yeah, yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah, yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah, yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah, yeah, kick it, kick it, kick it

And if you lay there with sin
Escape the city I'm in




Come on and knock'em where its rocking non-stop
Make your way to Berlin

Overall Meaning

The song "Kick It" by Peaches is a high-energy, dance-punk anthem that celebrates individuality and self-expression with an edgy, rebellious tone. In the opening lines, Peaches addresses a dance partner and asks how to do a cool dance, while warning them not to split her hot pants. She then boasts about her moves and singing ability, while acknowledging that pink isn't her color. The second verse takes a darker turn as Peaches reveals her past struggles with self-harm and her attraction to rough play, declaring that her partner must be able to handle it. The chorus is a repeated call to tear it up, rip it up, and kick it up, urging listeners to let go of their inhibitions and enjoy the moment.


As the song continues, Peaches becomes more explicit and provocative in her lyrics. She declares that she wants to be her partner's "cat" but then quickly corrects herself and asserts that she is not sixteen anymore, although she still has the attitude and fashion sense of a rebellious teenager. She also seems to enjoy exploring different levels of kink and BDSM with her partners, depending on their preferences. Finally, she acknowledges that some people may not like her pubic hair because it has "fuzzy spots," but she jokes that if her partner plays the role of Moses and seeks the burning bush, he will find what he's looking for.


Overall, "Kick It" is a celebration of the freedom to express oneself in whatever way feels true and authentic, without fear or shame. Peaches' lyrics are bold and provocative, but also empowering and uplifting in their celebration of individuality and self-acceptance.


Line by Line Meaning

How do you do that cool dance?
Teach me how to dance like you do.


Baby, don't split those hot pants
Don't rip your pants while dancing.


I got these moves that we can do to and sing
I have some dance moves that we can do while singing.


I don't look too good in pink
I don't look good wearing pink.


I use to slash myself up
I used to self-harm.


I like to play it tough
I like to act strong and fearless.


Cuts, bruises, blood oozes, bones breaking rough
I'm willing to get physically hurt or injured to show off my toughness.


You gotta handle that stuff
You have to be able to handle my tough attitude.


Yeah, yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Let's go all out and show our energy and enthusiasm.


I want to be your cat
I want to be your pet or your submissive partner.


Screw that
I changed my mind, forget what I just said.


I'm not sixteen but I got leather boots and suede
I may not be young anymore, but I still have style and attitude.


Ah, go fuck your pain away
I deal with emotional pain by seeking pleasure and sexual release.


I heard you like kinky shit
I heard you're into unconventional and possibly taboo sexual practices.


That just depends who I'm with
Whether or not I engage in kinky activities depends on my partner's preferences and our mutual agreement.


What is it S&M or some kind of toy?
What kind of kinky activity or equipment are you into?


Like you said Search and Destroy
As you've mentioned before, let's be adventurous and find new things to experience together.


Some people don't like my crotch
Some people criticize or judge my sexual expression or body parts.


Because it's got fuzzy spots
Because my pubic hair is not completely shaved or removed.


But if you play Moses, you'll meet burning bush, baby
If you explore my body thoroughly, you might find something exciting and arousing.


And that is just what I've got
My body has some unique features or traits that can be explored sensually.


And if you lay there with sin
If you engage in sinful or immoral activities with me.


Escape the city I'm in
Let's leave this town or situation behind.


Come on and knock'em where its rocking non-stop
Let's go somewhere where the party never stops.


Make your way to Berlin
Let's go to the city of Berlin, known for its nightlife and freedom of expression.




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Merrill Nisker

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Comments from YouTube:

@judahlevine3104

Two musical icons tearing my earholes apart... Completely badass...

@nasticanasta

I see only one icon...

@sierrawearsglasses

I liked this so much more than I expected to. Iggy Pop is fucking great. It's awesome how they reference each other's songs.

@tactictoe

Iggy Pop was 62 when this video was made, fair fucking shout to him.

@camkinz100

He was actually 57, since this video was made in 2004, but still good for him.

@charlesshidler7792

ElectricCake








peaches fuck the pain away

@Devilsblood

Iggy pop is in his 60's and he still rocks harder then anyone!!

@analcommando1124

he was 56 ...

@doomon2160

75 now and still rocking like nobody else

@BROvitch

This song is Peaches and Iggy Pop having a casual conversation

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