Sweet Transvestite
Howard Samuels Lyrics
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He's just a little brought down because when you knocked,
He thought you were the candyman
Don't get strung up, by the way I look
Don't judge a book by its cover
I'm not much of a man by the light of day,
But by night I'm one hell of a lover
From transexual Transylvania
Let me show you around, maybe play you a sound
You look like you're both pretty groovy
Or if you want something visual that's not too abysmal,
We could take in an old Steve Reeves movie
I'm glad we caught you at home. Could we use your phone? We're
both in a bit of a hurry. We'll just say where we are, then go back to the car. We don't want to be any worry.
The lyrics to Howard Samuels's song Sweet Transvestite are from the perspective of a transvestite from the fictional location of Transylvania. The song is from the musical The Rocky Horror Show, and this character, played in the original production by Tim Curry, is a key figure in the plot. The song is the first full introduction of his character, and it plays a large role in establishing his personality and motivations.
The first few lines of the lyrics introduce the transvestite's handyman who is disappointed that the visitor who arrived is not the expected "candyman". The transvestite then warns the audience not to judge him by his appearance and reminds them that "I'm not much of a man by the light of day, but by night I'm one hell of a lover." This is a nod to the character's persona who is seen as strange during the day, but alluring and captivating at night.
The second half of the lyrics reveals that the transvestite is more than happy to show the visitor around and introduce them to his world, including going to see a Steve Reeves movie. The visitor's offer to use their phone is also included in the lyrics, creating a sense of urgency and movement within the story.
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