D-Days
Hazel O 'Connor Lyrics
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Going out dancing, pose, pose
Wind our bodies round and round
Move to the rhythm of the fare rave sounds
These are decadent days
These are decadent ways
These are de-de-decadent days
De-de-decadent days
Thrust your hips to the flashing light
Whirling dervish here's the rule
Sweating hot but you stay cool
These are decadent days
These are decadent ways
These are de-de-decadent days
De-de-decadent days
The whole room is vibrating
With all our bodies shaking
But still they're hesitating
From really taking it and really taking it
Making it, taking it
These are decadent days
These are decadent ways
These are de-de-decadent days
De-de-decadent days
The whole room is vibrating
With all our bodies shaking
But still they're hesitating
From really taking it and really taking it
Making it, taking it
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These are decadent days
These are decadent ways
These are de-de-decadent days
De-de-decadent days
The lyrics of Hazel O'Connor's song, D-Days, explore the idea of indulging in the decadent lifestyle and enjoying the party culture of the time. The first verse begins with an instruction to "put on your face, put on your clothes," indicating that the singer is encouraging the listener to dress up and go out on the town. The use of the phrase "pose, pose" implies that the emphasis is on projecting an image of oneself to others, rather than simply enjoying the music and the atmosphere.
The chorus repeats the phrase "these are decadent days" and reinforces the idea that the party culture is excessive and perhaps self-indulgent. The lines "swing to the left, swing to the right, thrust your hips to the flashing light" describe the physical movements involved in the dance, which are intended to be sensual and appealing. The song creates a sense of energy and movement, with the words "whirling dervish" implying that the dance is somewhat frenzied.
The final section of the song repeats once again the idea that "these are decadent days." The repetition of the phrase "making it, taking it" suggests that there is a sense of achievement in living a decadent lifestyle, as if the singer is trying to persuade the listener to embrace it fully. Overall, the lyrics of D-Days appear to celebrate the excesses of the party culture of the time and encourage the listener to join in.
Line by Line Meaning
Put on your face, put on your clothes
Get dressed up and look your best
Going out dancing, pose, pose
Going out to dance and show off
Wind our bodies round and round
Dancing and moving to the music
Move to the rhythm of the fare rave sounds
Dancing to the beat of the music at a rave
These are decadent days
These are times of excess and indulgence
These are decadent ways
This is a lifestyle of indulgence and pleasure-seeking
These are de-de-decadent days
These are highly indulgent and self-centered times
Swing to the left, swing to the right
Dancing and moving from side to side
Thrust your hips to the flashing light
Dancing provocatively under the flashing lights
Whirling dervish here's the rule
The rule is to dance wildly and freely
Sweating hot but you stay cool
It's hot and sweaty, but you're able to remain composed
The whole room is vibrating
The energy is high and contagious
With all our bodies shaking
Everyone is dancing and moving together
But still they're hesitating
Despite the excitement, some people are hesitant and holding back
From really taking it and really taking it
From fully immersing themselves in the moment and enjoying it without inhibition
Making it, taking it
Fully embracing and enjoying the moment
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The beat goes on and the dancing continues
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: HAZEL THEREASA O'CONNOR
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