Kick It
Iggy & Peaches Lyrics
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Baby, don't split those hot pants
I got these moves that we can do to and sing
I don't look too good in pink
I use to slash myself up
I like to play it tough
Cuts, bruises, blood oozes, bones breaking rough
Yeah, yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah, yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah, yeah, kick it, kick it, kick it
I want to be your cat
Screw that
I'm not sixteen but I got leather boots and suede
Ah, go fuck your pain away
I heard you like kinky shit
That just depends who I'm with
What is it S&M or some kind of toy?
Like you said Search And Destroy
Some people don't like my crotch
Because it's got fuzzy spots
But if you play Moses, you'll meet burning bush, baby
And that is just what I've got
Yeah, yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah, yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah, yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah, yeah, kick it, kick it, kick it
And if you lay there with sin
Escape the city I'm in
Come on and knock'em where its rocking non-stop
Make your way to Berlin
In "Kick It," Iggy Pop and Peaches are celebrating their shared love for dance, music, and wild behavior. In the first verse, they exchange compliments and express their eagerness to dance and have fun. Iggy confesses he doesn't look good in pink, probably referring to a more effeminate behavior that doesn't suit him. In the second verse, Iggy alludes to his previous self-destructive habits and his inclination to physical pain and roughness. He suggests that his partner must be prepared to take on this side of him if they want to keep up. In the chorus, they urge each other to let loose, tear things up, and kick it, a reference to their favorite dance moves and overall attitude. In the third verse, Peaches announces that she wants to be his cat, a reference to a feline's agility and daring. She then rejects this idea, asserting that although she's not sixteen, she still has the fashion sense and attitude of a punk rocker. In the fourth verse, they indulge in a more explicit conversation, hinting at their interest in BDSM and saying that they like to experiment with different kinds of toys. Iggy then brings up his pubic hair, which he claims some people don't like because it's fuzzy. But he concludes that for those who are willing to embrace it, they might find something extraordinary.
Overall, "Kick It" is a song about empowerment, self-expression, and liberation. Iggy and Peaches are using dance and sexuality as a way to free themselves from societal norms and expectations. They are also reinforcing each other's creativity and sense of rebelliousness by sharing their experiences and desires. The song is a celebration of the punk ethos, which values individuality, nonconformity, and daringness. "Kick It" is a catchy and raw track that showcases the unique chemistry between Iggy Pop and Peaches and their mutual admiration for each other's work.
Line by Line Meaning
How do you do that cool dance?
I am impressed with your dancing skills, can you teach me how to do it?
Baby, don't split those hot pants
Please don't tear your shorts, they look great on you.
I got these moves that we can do to and sing
I have some cool dance moves that we can do while singing.
I don't look too good in pink
I don't think I look good wearing pink.
I use to slash myself up
I used to harm myself by cutting, but I don't do it anymore.
I like to play it tough
I enjoy having a tough attitude and demeanor.
Cuts, bruises, blood oozes, bones breaking rough
I like to engage in violent activities that result in lots of injuries.
You gotta handle that stuff
You need to be able to handle the violent and rough activities that I enjoy.
Yeah, yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Let's engage in wild and destructive behavior together.
I want to be your cat
I want to be your cool pet-like companion.
Screw that
Actually, nevermind that idea.
I'm not sixteen but I got leather boots and suede
I may not be young, but I still have a cool sense of style.
Ah, go fuck your pain away
Let's engage in sexual activity to forget about our emotional pain.
I heard you like kinky shit
I've learned that you enjoy engaging in unconventional sexual activity.
That just depends who I'm with
Whether or not I engage in kinky activity depends on my partner.
What is it S&M or some kind of toy?
Is the kinky activity you like S&M or something else involving toys?
Like you said Search And Destroy
As you previously said, let's engage in destructive behavior.
Some people don't like my crotch
Some people are uncomfortable with the appearance of my genital area.
Because it's got fuzzy spots
The reason for this discomfort is because my pubic hair is not well-groomed.
But if you play Moses, you'll meet burning bush, baby
However, if you engage in oral sex with me, you will have a pleasurable experience.
And that is just what I've got
My genitals are my key asset in sexual encounters.
Yeah, yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Let's continue to engage in wild and destructive behavior together.
And if you lay there with sin
If you engage in sinful behavior with me.
Escape the city I'm in
Let's get out of this city and go somewhere else.
Come on and knock'em where its rocking non-stop
Let's go to a place where the party never ends.
Make your way to Berlin
Let's specifically go to Berlin for this party destination.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Merrill Nisker
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Dianne C
Love this song~KICK IT!
How do you do that cool dance?
Baby don't split those hot pants
I got these moves that we can do to and sing
I don't look too good in pink
I used to slash myself up
I like to play it tough
Cuts, bruises, blood oozes, bones breaking rough
You gotta handle that stuff
Yeah, yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah, yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah, yeah, kick it, kick it, kick it
I wanna be your cat
…Screw that!
I'm not sixteen but I got leather boots and suede
Ah, go fuck your pain away
I heard you like kinky shit
That just depends who I'm with
What is it S&M or some kind of toy?
Like you said search and destroy
Some people don't like my crotch
Because it's got fuzzy spots
But if you play moses you need burning bush baby
And that is just what I've got
Yeah, yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah, yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah, yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah, yeah, kick it, kick it, kick it
And if you leave there with sin
Escape the city I'm in
Come on a knocking where its rocking non-stop
And make your way to Berlin
Damir Vujic
How do you do that cool dance?
Baby don't split those hot pants
I got these moves that we can do to and sing
I don't look too good in pink
I use to slash myself up
I like to play it tough
Cuts, bruises, blood oozes, bones breaking rough
You gotta handle that stuff
Yeah yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah yeah, kick it, kick it, kick it
I want to be your cat
Screw that!
I'm not sixteen but I got leather boots and suede
Ah go fuck your pain away
I heard you like kinky shit
That just depends who I'm with
What is it S&M or some kind of toy?
Like you said search and destroy
Some people don't like my crotch
Because it's got fuzzy spots
But if you flame it, It's a neat burning bush baby
And that is just what I've got
Yeah yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah yeah, kick it, kick it, kick it
And if you lay down with sin
Escape the city I'm in
Come on and knock'em where its rocking non-stop
Make your way to Berlin
The Lash
I love Peaches voice and body language in this! Iggy too, but peaches makes it happen.
Nat Ward
An awesome video, Peaches voice is just fantastic!, love it!!!!!!!
Heath Lane
Great outfits, awesome song to slamdance or screw to. Total winner here. Love this!!! :)
Paul Snider
This is freaking awesome-- the video, the tune, everything. And it's so cool to see my fellow Torontonian Peaches holding her own with the mighty Iggy Pop. This rocks like the Stooges without sounding anything like them... the same year as this, Iggy also released a single with the godawful Sum 41 (more Toronto folk), so I guess, not unlike Willie Nelson, the Iggster will work with just about anyone. I think maybe I'LL cut a single with him one day.
robert donaldson
Paul Snider I didn't know sh was torontonian
waz 312
He also did one with At the Drive In a year or two earlier. That was great
Ham Solo
I was looking for Peaches and got this other band and almost died thinking Peaches had gone "mellow".... I had to immediately listen to this song to regain my sanity.
<3 U Peaches!
Dianne C
Love this song~KICK IT!
How do you do that cool dance?
Baby don't split those hot pants
I got these moves that we can do to and sing
I don't look too good in pink
I used to slash myself up
I like to play it tough
Cuts, bruises, blood oozes, bones breaking rough
You gotta handle that stuff
Yeah, yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah, yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah, yeah, kick it, kick it, kick it
I wanna be your cat
…Screw that!
I'm not sixteen but I got leather boots and suede
Ah, go fuck your pain away
I heard you like kinky shit
That just depends who I'm with
What is it S&M or some kind of toy?
Like you said search and destroy
Some people don't like my crotch
Because it's got fuzzy spots
But if you play moses you need burning bush baby
And that is just what I've got
Yeah, yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah, yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah, yeah, tear it up, rip it up, kick it up
Yeah, yeah, kick it, kick it, kick it
And if you leave there with sin
Escape the city I'm in
Come on a knocking where its rocking non-stop
And make your way to Berlin
Java Searcy
What's in Berlin
nickisuhl
I like this song. It's simple and funny. Like that line "but if you play moses you need burning bush baby" just pure awesomeness. ^^