Lady Marmalade
G.E.M. 邓紫棋 Lyrics


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Hey sister, go sister, soul sister, go sister
Hey sister, go sister, soul sister, go sister

He met marmalade down in old new orleans
Struttin' her stuff on the street
She said "hello,
Hey joe, you wanna give it a go?" mmm, mmm
Itchi gitchi ya ya da da
Itchi gitchi ya ya here
Mocha-choca-lata ya ya
Creole lady marmalade

Voulez-vous coucher avec moi ce soir?
Voulez-vous coucher avec moi?

He sat in her boudoir while she freshened up
The boy drank all her magnolia-wine
On the black satin sheets oh I swear he started to freak

Itchi gitchi ya ya da da
Itchi gitchi ya ya here
Mocha-choca-lata ya ya
Creole lady marmalade

Voulez-vous coucher avec moi ce soir?
Voulez-vous coucher avec moi?

Hey, hey, hey
Touching her skin feelin' silky smooth
The colour of cafe au lait
Made the savage beast inside
Roar until it cried, more, more, more

Now he's back home doing nine to five
Living his grey flannel life
But when he turns off to sleep
Old memories creep, more, more, more

Itchi gitchi ya ya da da da
Itchi gitchi ya ya here
Mocha-choco-lata ya ya
Creole lady marmalade

Voulez-vous coucher avec moi ce soir?
Voulez-vous coucher avec moi?
Voulez-vous couchez avec moi ce soir?
Creole lady marmalade

Voulez-vous coucher avec moi ce soir?
Voulez-vous coucher avec moi?
Voulez-vous couchez avec moi ce soir?
Voulez-vous coucher avec moi?
Voulez-vous couchez avec moi ce soir?
Voulez-vous coucher avec moi?
Voulez-vous couchez avec moi ce soir?
Voulez-vous coucher avec moi?

Itchi gitchi ya ya da da
Itchi gitchi ya ya here




Mocha-choco-lata ya ya
Itchi gitchi ya ya here

Overall Meaning

"Lady Marmalade" by G.E.M. 邓紫棋 is a cover of the original song by Labelle. The lyrics tell the story of a seductive and confident woman named Marmalade who is captivating the attention of a man named Joe in New Orleans. The song depicts the dynamic and sensual encounter between these two characters.


The opening lines of "Hey sister, go sister, soul sister, go sister" serve as a chant-like refrain, emphasizing the empowering and energetic nature of Marmalade's character. It encourages her to embrace her femininity and allure.


Marmalade invites Joe to join her for a romantic encounter, saying "hello, Hey Joe, you wanna give it a go?" The lyrics capture her flirtatiousness and confidence in approaching him. The repetition of "Itchi gitchi ya ya da da, Itchi gitchi ya ya here, Mocha-choca-lata ya ya, Creole lady marmalade" adds a playful and catchy element to the song, further showcasing Marmalade's charm.


As Joe enters Marmalade's boudoir, he consumes her magnolia wine and finds himself on her black satin sheets. This imagery suggests a sensual and intimate encounter. The lyrics imply that Joe is overwhelmed or astonished by their experience, as he starts to "freak." This represents the passionate and captivating nature of their encounter.


The song then transitions to Joe returning home to his mundane life, highlighted by the mention of his "grey flannel life" and his regular nine-to-five routine. However, even when he tries to escape his everyday reality and go to sleep, he is haunted by memories of his ecstatic encounter with Marmalade. This portrays the lasting impact she had on him and the desire for more.


Overall, "Lady Marmalade" explores themes of seduction, sensuality, and the yearning for excitement in one's life. It paints a vivid picture of a memorable encounter between two individuals, with Marmalade symbolizing a carefree and desirable woman who leaves a lasting impression on Joe.


Line by Line Meaning

Hey sister, go sister, soul sister, go sister
Encouragement to a female friend to embrace her individuality, express herself and follow her passions


He met marmalade down in old new orleans
He encountered a vibrant and alluring woman in the lively city of New Orleans


Struttin' her stuff on the street
Confidently showing off her unique qualities and talents in a public setting


She said 'hello, Hey joe, you wanna give it a go?' mmm, mmm
She playfully initiated a conversation, suggesting the possibility of an exciting and adventurous encounter


Itchi gitchi ya ya da da
Expressing an indescribable feeling or connection


Itchi gitchi ya ya here
Emphasizing the presence and intensity of that indescribable feeling or connection


Mocha-choca-lata ya ya
Using whimsical words to describe the woman's unique and irresistible allure


Creole lady marmalade
Referring to the woman as a captivating and enigmatic figure with Creole heritage


Voulez-vous coucher avec moi ce soir?
Asking a provocative question in French, suggesting a desire for intimate connection


He sat in her boudoir while she freshened up
He patiently waited in her private and intimate space as she prepared herself


The boy drank all her magnolia-wine
He indulged in all the pleasures she had to offer, enjoying her company to the fullest


On the black satin sheets oh I swear he started to freak
In the passionate and seductive atmosphere of her bedroom, he became overwhelmed with desire and excitement


Touching her skin feelin' silky smooth
Experiencing the pleasure of physical touch against her soft, velvety skin


The colour of cafe au lait
Describing her skin color as a beautiful shade resembling coffee with milk


Made the savage beast inside
Awakening his raw and primal instincts


Roar until it cried, more, more, more
The intense desire for deeper and more passionate experiences overwhelmed him


Now he's back home doing nine to five
Returning to his ordinary and monotonous daily routine


Living his grey flannel life
Being confined to a mundane and unexciting existence


But when he turns off to sleep
When he tries to escape reality by closing his eyes and entering the realm of dreams


Old memories creep, more, more, more
Past encounters and intense feelings resurface, causing a longing for more excitement and passion


Voulez-vous coucher avec moi ce soir?
Continuing to yearn for intimate connection and asking the question once more


Voulez-vous couchez avec moi ce soir?
Asking again in a slightly different way, persisting in the pursuit of a passionate encounter


Voulez-vous coucher avec moi?
Reiterating the desire for intimate connection


Itchi gitchi ya ya da da da
Reaffirming the indescribable and intense feeling experienced in the presence of this alluring woman


Itchi gitchi ya ya here
Affirming the continued presence and intensity of that indescribable feeling


Mocha-choco-lata ya ya
Emphasizing the irresistible and unique qualities of the woman


Itchi gitchi ya ya here
Repeating the expression to highlight the enduring impact of the woman's allure




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Kenny Nolan, Robert Crewe

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