Kokomo
Clémentine Lyrics

Off the Florida Keys
The song sets the scene at the Florida Keys, a tropical paradise known for its beautiful beaches.

there's a place called Kokomo
The song's protagonist sings about a remote and unknown location called Kokomo that is perfect for getting away from everything.

That's where you want to go
The singer suggests that Kokomo is the ideal destination for people seeking rest and relaxation, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

to get away from it all
The singer describes the area as a perfect getaway, where people can retreat from the world and disconnect from their problems and responsibilities.

Bodies in the sand
The singer paints a picture of the relaxed scene: people sunbathing on the beach with sand all over their bodies.

tropical drink melting in your hand
The singer describes people enjoying tropical drinks as they bask in the sun, the high temperature making the drinks melt quickly.

We'll be falling in love to the rhythm of a steel drum band
The singer romanticizes the setting, suggesting that people visiting Kokomo will inevitably fall in love, perhaps to the sound of a steel drum band.

Down in Aruba Jamaica ooh I want to take you Bermuda Bahama come on pretty mama Key Largo Montego baby why don't we go we'll get there fast and then we'll take it slow That's where we want to go way down to
The singer lists some of the exotic destinations in the area, inviting the listener to go on an adventure and explore the region, ultimately ending up in Kokomo.

To Martinique that Montserrat mystique
The singer lists Martinique and Montserrat, two other tropical destinations in the area.

We'll put out to sea and we'll perfect our chemistry
The singer suggests that visitors to Kokomo will enjoy a wide range of activities, including sailing and romanticizing the idea that the area will transform relationships for the better.

By and by we'll defy a little bit of gravity
The singer implies that visiting Kokomo will take people to a higher level of relaxation and freedom, where they will feel like the weight of the world has been lifted off their shoulders.

Afternoon delight cocktails and moonlit nights
The singer points out that people can enjoy both the day and the night scenes in Kokomo, with plenty of cocktails and romantic moonlit nights to keep them entertained.

That dreamy look in your eye give me a tropical contact high
The singer suggests that the stunning beauty of Kokomo will leave visitors spellbound and will likely give them a sense of euphoria.

Way down in Aruba Jamaica ooh I want to take you Bermuda Bahama come on pretty mama Key Largo Montego baby why don't we go we'll get there fast and then we'll take it slow That's where we want to go way down to
The chorus repeats the idea of exploring different places in the area before arriving at the ultimate destination, Kokomo.

Port au Prince I want to catch a glimpse
The singer offers another location to visit on the way to Kokomo, the Caribbean destination of Port au Prince.

Everybody knows a little place like Kokomo
The song asserts the idea that there are hidden tropical paradises all around the world, just like Kokomo, waiting to be discovered.

Now if you want to go and get away from it all Go down to Aruba Jamaica ooh I want to take you Bermuda Bahama come on pretty mama Key Largo Montego baby why don't we go we'll get there fast and then we'll take it slow That's where we want to go way down to Kokomo
The song concludes with a repetition of the idea that Kokomo is the perfect getaway spot for people looking to disconnect from the world, inviting listeners to join the singer on a tropical adventure.