Balaclava
Arctic Monkeys Lyrics


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Running off over next door's garden
Before the hour is done
It's more a question of feeling
Than it is a question of fun
The confidence is the balaclava
I'm sure you'll baffle 'em good
Will the ending reek of salty cheeks
And runny makeup alone?
Or will blood run down the face
Of a boy bewildered and scorned?
Or you'll find yourself in a skirmish
Where you wish you'd never been born
You tie yourself to the tracks
And there isn't no going back
And it's wrong, wrong, wrong
But we'll do it anyway 'cause we love a bit of trouble

Are you pulling her from a burning building
Or throwing her to the sharks?
Can only hope that the ending is a pleasurable as the start
The confidence is the balaclava
I'm sure you baffle 'em straight
And it's wrong, wrong, wrong
She can hardly wait

That's right, he won't let her out his sight
Now the shaggers perform
And the daggers are drawn
Who's the crooks in this crime?
That's right, he won't let her out his sight
Now the shaggers perform
And the daggers are drawn
Who's the crooks is this
Crime?

That's right, he won't let her out his sight
That's right, he won't let her out his sight
That's right, he won't let her out his sight

Well, you'll be able to boast
Of the day of the most
Flawless heist of all time

You knew that it'd be trouble
Right before the very first kiss
Quiet, unassuming
But you heard that they were the naughtiest
She pleaded with you to take it off
But you resisted and fought




But sorry, sweetheart, I'd much rather
Keep on the balaclava

Overall Meaning

The Arctic Monkeys' Balaclava is a haunting and edgy song that highlights themes of daring adventure, dangerous crime, and forbidden love. The song narrates the story of a couple who engage in criminal activities wearing balaclavas, a headgear that covers the face except for the eyes. The song's opening lines describe how the couple runs off into a neighbor's garden, and the singer states that the act is driven by the thrill of adventure and feeling more than for fun. The balaclavas serve as a symbol of confidence that baffles and intimidates their victims, adding an element of danger and intrigue to the story.


As the song progresses, the lyrics continue to describe the illicit activities of the couple. The chorus repeatedly refers to the balaclava as a symbol of confidence used to fool and outsmart their victims. The song also suggests the possibility of violence and bloodshed in the couple's criminal adventures. The singer wonders whether the couple will end up with runny makeup alone or blood on their face. The lyrics suggest that the couple's daring heist could go either way, resulting in either a triumphant conclusion or disastrous consequences.


Overall, Arctic Monkeys' Balaclava is an evocative, dark, and thought-provoking song that captures the spirit of daring adventure and the allure of the forbidden.


Line by Line Meaning

Running off over next door's garden
Making a quick escape through the neighboring garden


Before the hour is done
It must be done quickly


It's more a question of feeling
It's a matter of emotions rather than reason


Than it is a question of fun
It's not about enjoyment


The confidence is the balaclava
Wearing a mask gives confidence


I'm sure you'll baffle 'em good
You'll surely confuse them well


Will the ending reek of salty cheeks
Will the outcome be a sad one?


And runny makeup alone?
Will tears be shed?


Or will blood run down the face
Will violence occur?


Of a boy bewildered and scorned?
Resulting in the boy being confused and rejected?


Or you'll find yourself in a skirmish
Perhaps there will be a fight


Where you wish you'd never been born
Where you'd regret every decision you've made


You tie yourself to the tracks
You willingly put yourself in danger


And there isn't no going back
It's too late to change your mind


And it's wrong, wrong, wrong
It's morally incorrect


But we'll do it anyway 'cause we love a bit of trouble
But we'll do it anyway for the thrill of it


Are you pulling her from a burning building
Are you rescuing her from danger?


Or throwing her to the sharks?
Or putting her in danger yourself?


Can only hope that the ending is a pleasurable as the start
Hopefully, it ends on a positive note


She can hardly wait
She's eagerly anticipating it


That's right, he won't let her out his sight
He's keeping a close eye on her


Now the shaggers perform
Now they're intimate


And the daggers are drawn
Tension is building


Who's the crooks in this crime?
Who's at fault in this situation?


Well, you'll be able to boast
You'll be able to brag


Of the day of the most
About the day of the greatest


Flawless heist of all time
A perfect crime


You knew that it'd be trouble
You knew it would cause problems


Right before the very first kiss
Even before the start of their relationship


Quiet, unassuming
Appears innocent


But you heard that they were the naughtiest
But rumors suggest otherwise


She pleaded with you to take it off
She asked you to take off the balaclava


But you resisted and fought
But you refused to take it off


But sorry, sweetheart, I'd much rather
Sorry, but I prefer


Keep on the balaclava
To continue wearing the mask




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Nick O'Malley, Alex Turner

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pax


on 505

yo this is sick

robin


on When the Sun Goes Down

DAMNNN THEY ARE GOOD GOOD

robin


on Old Yellow Bricks

damn looking at these comments remind me that there is so many things to understand about the lyrics

Birgit Eierhoff


on Do I Wanna Know

The sound goes into the blood. :)

Jeannie Smith


on Do I Wanna Know

I like it.

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