The Girl in the Polka Dot Dress
Dashboard Madonna Lyrics


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Who is the girl in the Polka dot dress?
Is she real or fantasy?
Where is the girl in the Polka dot dress?
It remains a mystery
Fatal attraction
You can't deny
She's the kind that drives you wild
She plays it cool
So beware
You can feel there's danger in the air
Like a moth to a flame
A deadly game
Once she's got you there's no escape
Here he comes
Man of the hour
I've got nothing
He's got all the power
Who is the girl in the Polka dot dress?
Is she real or fantasy?
Where is the girl in the Polka dot dress?
It remains a mystery
Read the papers
Saw the news
The famous dress, the only clue
Although she vanished into thin air
She was spotted here, there and everywhere
You never know and some believe
She was part of a conspiracy
Here he comes
Man of the hour
I've got nothing
He's got all the power
Who is the girl in the Polka dot dress?
Is she real or fantasy?
Where is the girl in the Polka dot dress?
It remains a mystery
I don't remember
I can't recall
Was she ever there at all?
Who is the girl in the Polka dot dress?
Is she real or fantasy?
Where is the girl in the Polka dot dress?
It remains a mystery
Who is the girl in the Polka dot dress?
Is she real or fantasy?




Where is the girl in the Polka dot dress?
It remains a mystery

Overall Meaning

In "The Girl in the Polka Dot Dress" by Dashboard Madonna, the song explores the fascination and allure of a mysterious woman who captures the attention of the singer. The lyrics pose questions about the identity and existence of the girl in the polka dot dress, blurring the line between reality and fantasy. The singer is intrigued by her fatal attraction, acknowledging that she has the power to drive one wild. Despite her cool demeanor, there is a sense of danger surrounding her.


The song suggests that once the girl in the polka dot dress has enticed someone, there is no escape from her grip. She is compared to a moth drawn to a flame, representing the destructive nature of their relationship. The lyrics hint at a power imbalance, with the man referred to as the "man of the hour" having all the power, while the singer feels powerless in his presence.


The mystery surrounding the girl is highlighted by references to newspaper articles and news reports, suggesting that she is known but remains elusive. There are suggestions of a conspiracy involving her disappearance, further adding to her enigmatic nature. The song ends with the singer questioning their own memory and whether the girl in the polka dot dress was ever truly present.


Overall, "The Girl in the Polka Dot Dress" delves into the fascination and danger of an alluring but mysterious woman, leaving the listener with unanswered questions about her identity and whereabouts.


Line by Line Meaning

Who is the girl in the Polka dot dress?
Can anyone identify the woman wearing the polka dot dress?


Is she real or fantasy?
Is she an actual person or just a figment of imagination?


Where is the girl in the Polka dot dress?
Her whereabouts are unknown.


It remains a mystery
Her identity and location are still unknown.


Fatal attraction
She possesses a captivating allure.


You can't deny
It is impossible to resist her charms.


She's the kind that drives you wild
Her presence ignites intense excitement.


She plays it cool
She maintains a calm and composed demeanor.


So beware
Be cautious and alert in her presence.


You can feel there's danger in the air
An ominous atmosphere suggests potential harm.


Like a moth to a flame
Drawn irresistibly towards her like a moth to a flame.


A deadly game
Engaging with her involves serious risks.


Once she's got you there's no escape
Once ensnared by her, there is no way to break free.


Here he comes
The man of influence is approaching.


Man of the hour
The powerful and important figure of the moment.


I've got nothing
The artist lacks power or significance.


He's got all the power
The man possesses all the authority and control.


Read the papers
Consult the newspapers for information.


Saw the news
Observe the news reports.


The famous dress, the only clue
The well-known dress serves as the sole hint.


Although she vanished into thin air
Despite disappearing mysteriously.


She was spotted here, there and everywhere
People claim to have seen her at various locations.


You never know and some believe
The truth remains uncertain, but some hold the belief.


She was part of a conspiracy
There are theories suggesting her involvement in a plot.


I don't remember
The singer has no recollection.


I can't recall
Unable to remember.


Was she ever there at all?
The existence of her presence is doubted.




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Helga Pappert, Sascha Carl

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