Witchy Woman
Hope Nicholls/Kat Bjelland/Lori Barbero/Lydia Lunch/Miho Hatori Lyrics
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Sparks fly from her finger tips
Echoed voices in the night
She's a restless spirit on an endless flight
Woo hoo witchy woman, see how high she flies
Woo hoo witchy woman she got the moon in her eye
Dancing shadows and firelight
Crazy laughter in another room
And she drove herself to madness with a silver spoon
Woo hoo witchy woman see how high she flies
Woo hoo witchy woman she got the moon in her eye
I know you want a lover, let me tell your brother
She's been sleeping in the Devil's bed
There's some rumors going round, someone's underground
She can rock you in the nighttime 'til your skin turns red
Woo hoo witchy woman, see how high she flies
Woo hoo witchy woman, she got the moon in her eye
The lyrics of Witchy Woman by Hope Nicholls/Kat Bjelland/Lori Barbero/Lydia Lunch/Miho Hatori describe a powerful and alluring woman, who is often referred to as a witch due to her mystical qualities. Her dark hair and red lips are emphasized, painting a seductive image of her. Sparks fly from her finger tips and echoed voices fill the night, suggesting her supernatural powers. She is portrayed as a restless spirit on an endless flight, which may allude to her untraditional and wild nature.
The chorus "Woo hoo witchy woman, see how high she flies / Woo hoo witchy woman she got the moon in her eye" is a celebration of the woman's power and independence. She is not bound by societal norms and expectations, flying high and reaching for the moon.
The last verse suggests that the witchy woman is involved in dark and dangerous activities, possibly having a relationship with the devil. Rumors surround her, and she is described as being capable of rocking someone until their skin turns red in the night time. The overall tone of the lyrics is a mix of fascination, admiration, and apprehension towards the mysterious and powerful qualities of the witchy woman.
Line by Line Meaning
Raven hair and ruby lips
Describing the physical appearance of the woman as having dark hair and red lips.
Sparks fly from her finger tips
Portraying the woman as having magical powers.
Echoed voices in the night
Suggesting that the woman's presence can be felt even when she's not around.
She's a restless spirit on an endless flight
Describing the woman as someone who is constantly seeking new experiences and adventures.
Woo hoo witchy woman, see how high she flies
Expressing admiration for the woman and her free-spirited ways.
Woo hoo witchy woman she got the moon in her eye
Suggesting that the woman is connected to the mystical forces of the universe.
She held me spellbound in the night
Describing the way in which the woman captivated the singer's attention and imagination.
Dancing shadows and firelight
Visual imagery of the setting that highlights the mysterious, bewitching atmosphere.
Crazy laughter in another room
Evoking a sense of unease or madness surrounding the woman.
And she drove herself to madness with a silver spoon
Illustrating the self-destructive tendencies of the woman, possibly due to her connection to dark forces.
I know you want a lover, let me tell your brother
Warning the listener that the woman is not a traditional romantic partner.
She's been sleeping in the Devil's bed
Suggesting that the woman has been in league with Satan or other dark forces.
There's some rumors going round, someone's underground
Hinting at a mysterious, cult-like community surrounding the woman.
She can rock you in the nighttime 'til your skin turns red
Implying that the woman's powers are both alluring and dangerous.
Woo hoo witchy woman, see how high she flies
Reiterating the sense of admiration and wonder for the woman and her mystical ways.
Woo hoo witchy woman, she got the moon in her eye
Reinforcing the idea that the woman is somehow connected to the powers of the night and the universe.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Cass County Music / Wisteria Music / Privet Music
Written by: DON HENLEY, BERNIE LEADON
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