Whitesnake
David Coverdale Lyrics


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In the shadows of the dark night,
You need a woman by your side
She'll help you make it in the cold light
And keep you warm an' satisfied

If you want some more lovin'
Drive you out of your mind
Give a little sweetness and sugar
Just make it sure she understands

White skin women keep me howlin' for more
Brown skin honey, I love

Got a Whitesnake mama
You want to shake it mama
Got a Whitesnake mama
Come an' let it crawl on you,
Just enough to see ya through

You want to find a little angel
Sweet surrender in her eyes
Broke down heart through morning
To the moon is on the rise

Night time is the right time
For rolling on the silent gloves
Daytime, nighttime, anytime is the right time
Stealin' round and makin' some love

White skin women keep me howlin' for more
Brown skin honey, I love

Got a Whitesnake mama
You want to shake it mama
Got a Whitesnake mama
Come an' let it crawl on you,
Just enough to see ya through

Listen

Back door man ain't done nothing,
But creep around the door..
When you see his woman weepin'
You know the snake is there for more

Day time, night time is the right time
For rolling on the silent gloves
Night time is the right time
Make it sure you're the only one

White skin women keep me howlin' for more
Brown skin honey, I love

Got a Whitesnake mama,
You want to shake it mama
Got a Whitesnake mama
Come an' let it crawl on you,
And you, and you





Got a Whitesnake mama (endless repeat)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song Whitesnake by David Coverdale describe the desire of a man to have a woman by his side, especially during the dark hours of the night when he needs her most. The singer mentions the need for love and affection in his life, and how having a woman can keep him warm and satisfied. He goes on to describe the difference in his preference between white skin and brown skin women, and how his "Whitesnake mama" can fulfill all his desires. He also talks about the importance of finding an angel in a woman's eyes and how he wants to be the only lover in her life.


The song has a very sexual undertone and it seems to advocate for promiscuity. However, one can argue that it also highlights the need for companionship and love in people's lives. The lyrics serve to emphasize the importance of having someone to lean on in the darkest hours and how a loving partner can make us feel warm and alive.


Line by Line Meaning

In the shadows of the dark night,
Under the veil of the dark and unknown, where secrets and dangers lurk,


You need a woman by your side
You require a supportive and loving partner,


She'll help you make it in the cold light
She'll assist you through the toughest moments in life,


And keep you warm an' satisfied
She'll provide you solace, comfort, and happiness,


If you want some more lovin'
If you crave more affection and intimacy,


Drive you out of your mind
She can pleasure you in the wildest ways imaginable,


Give a little sweetness and sugar
A little bit of sugary and delightful attention,


Just make it sure she understands
Ensure that she grasps the depth of your emotions and needs,


White skin women keep me howlin' for more
I desire women with a fair complexion, they are my irresistable addiction,


Brown skin honey, I love
Yet, women with a darker complexion capture my admiration and infatuation,


Got a Whitesnake mama
I have a companion who is fierce and passionate like a white snake,


You want to shake it mama
You ought to flaunt your beauty and seduce with charm,


Come an' let it crawl on you,
Submit to my advances and let us indulge in intimacy,


Just enough to see ya through
Let's share a moment of bliss that would help ease our worries,


You want to find a little angel
You aspire to meet someone pure, kind, and lovely,


Sweet surrender in her eyes
Someone who would gladly submit to her emotions and feelings just for you,


Broke down heart through morning
You have suffered a heartbreak and pains of love all night until the morning comes,


To the moon is on the rise
As the moon rises, the hope grows of finding love and its healing powers,


Night time is the right time
The night is usually the perfect moment to express oneself and make love,


For rolling on the silent gloves
To roll around in the darkness and keep quiet as if one is wearing gloves,


Daytime, nighttime, anytime is the right time
Whether the sun is shining or the moon is out, or at any moment in between, it's the right time. Because love is always in,


Stealin' round and makin' some love
To embark upon love-making, keeping your actions as secretive and safe as possible,


Back door man ain't done nothing,
The person who goes around the backdoor to make love is not necessarily an evil or immoral person,


But creep around the door..
They are just cautious and prefer to keep away from prying eyes,


When you see his woman weepin'
If a woman is crying, it might be a signal that someone has seen through your tactics,


You know the snake is there for more
That is why you should be wary of interference when you are in the moment of making love,


Make it sure you're the only one
When you are in someone's arms, try to confirm you are the only one they are holding,


And you, and you
And let my advances and love infuse and satisfy every part of your being,


Got a Whitesnake mama (endless repeat)
As the verses and rhythms persist, my love for my mate remains eternal.




Lyrics ยฉ Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DAVID COVERDALE, MICK MOODY

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