Latin Lightning
Golden Earring Lyrics


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Latin lightning strikes again
Wilder than a hurricane
He's counting on the dollars of you wealthy mothers
Look at that gigolo go
He's a devil ' no pity ' no shame
I'm gonna get his picture framed
When he takes the stage it's frightening
Latin lightnin'
Spinnin' a cyclone man alive and a kicking
High heel machine gun rap arriba!
Faster, faster
You'll be in a daze all night just watchin
(Watch out for) Latin lightnin
When Latin lightnin falls in love
Everybody knows what he's dreamin of
Casino's chateaus Havana cigars
Private jets and flashy cars




He's ruthless the ladies claim
I'm a gonna get his picture framed

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Golden Earring's song "Latin Lightning" describe a flamboyant and wealthy gigolo who is oozing with charm and charisma. He's a man who knows how to make money from the wealthy mother's accounts and becomes fearful when he takes the stage. The lyrics are almost an ode to his wild lifestyle and devil-may-care attitude that makes him alluring and frightening at the same time. The phrases 'Latin lightning strikes again' and 'spinnin' a cyclone man alive and kicking' evoke the sense of energy, speed, and recklessness that Latin Lightning brings to his life.


The song also describes what Latin Lightning loves the most - money, luxury, and women. He dreams of living a larger than life life, with casinos, chateaus, Havana cigars, and private jets. The lyrics suggest that he is ruthless when it comes to women, and they can't resist his charm. He is so captivating that even the singer wants to get his picture framed. The lyrics create a picture of someone who is flamboyant, fast, and fatal, making him a character straight out of a movie or a novel.


Line by Line Meaning

Latin lightning strikes again
The phenomenon of Latin lightning is happening again


Wilder than a hurricane
It's more intense than a hurricane


He's counting on the dollars of you wealthy mothers
He's relying on the money of rich women


Look at that gigolo go
The gigolo is moving fast and looking impressive


He's a devil ' no pity ' no shame
He behaves badly without shame or remorse


I'm gonna get his picture framed
I want to memorialize him with a picture


When he takes the stage it's frightening
His performances are scary or intimidating


Latin lightnin'
Latin lightning


Spinnin' a cyclone man alive and a kicking
He's creating a whirlwind, full of energy and vitality


High heel machine gun rap arriba!
He's delivering fast-paced, rhythmic lyrics with precision and energy


Faster, faster
The tempo is increasing


You'll be in a daze all night just watchin
His performance will leave you entranced


(Watch out for) Latin lightnin
Be cautious of Latin lightning


When Latin lightnin falls in love
If Latin lightning falls in love


Everybody knows what he's dreamin of
His desires are well-known


Casino's chateaus Havana cigars
He wants luxurious things like casinos, estates, and cigars from Havana


Private jets and flashy cars
He also desires private planes and fancy cars


He's ruthless the ladies claim
He's viewed as merciless by women


I'm a gonna get his picture framed
I still plan to memorialize him with a picture




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Written by: HAY, KOOYMANS

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Stephen James

Surely the most underrated album by anyone ever.

John Michaels

I had this on 8-track when I was 12, a hand-me-down from my brother, and I played it nonstop; the guitars on this r mindblow/George Kooymans has both technique and feel, which is rare.

Carol Freiberg

This is the stuff!!!Great times and memories that never fade.Good God, where have all the good git pickers gone.

evanbales1

I bought this album in the cut-out section for 5 bucks when I was sixteen. One of the best albums I ever owned. That was 35 years ago and I always thought that if people loved "Radar Love" so much, why didn't they like this. Alcohol rock and pot rock? Are they that different? Is that what divides the two?

A. Ritchie

Yes.

Hermann Ramusch

The best of golden earring

Harm van de Seijp

Totally agree with you. their most recent album, titled Tits'n'Ass, reached No 1 earlier this year. Admittedly, it was in Holland, but you've got to expect Dutch people to support what must be considered their greatest ever band.

Marcio Ivam de Brito Teixeira

Of the soundtracks of my life. Thanks !

Steve Mccart

god I love this album. I remember seeing them at the old Santa Monica civic when it came out. Unfortunately all my vinyl went with the ex. (just another reason to curse her) thanks for posting

Angelino Di Capachi

Prachtig, één van mijn eerste Lp's.....

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