Skin The Cat
Jools Holland Lyrics

I got a piano
I have a piano that I am able to play. The piano is an instrument that produces music by striking strings with hammers.

Got 88 keys
The piano I have in my possession consists of eighty-eight keys, making it a standard piano commonly used in music production.

Got ten little fingers
As a human being, I possess ten fingers suitable for playing various music instruments, and in this case, the piano.

I play what I please
I do not adhere to any particular set of rules or guidelines while playing the piano. I have the freedom to play music that pleases me, and by extension, others meaning that the music produced is entirely different and unique.

Tie your toes
Prepare yourself for a thrilling experience by bracing yourself for what is to come. This is synonymous with gearing up for something exciting or suspenseful.

And hang on to your hat
Hold on tight to your hat or anything loose that you may have on you. It is an indication that what is about to occur will be intense and mind-blowing where the music produced is exhilarating.

I'm gonna show you
I am going to demonstrate some aspects of how the piano is played and guide you when it is necessary to help you appreciate the music better.

How to skin that cat
I am going to show you how to approach or handle music in a particular way that is different and unique. This can be interpreted to mean how to play the piano more creatively or uniquely.

Everybody wants to know
Everyone is interested in gaining knowledge about something. It can be music, fashion, technology, and so on.

The latest thing
People are often attracted to fresh or recent developments in music, fashion, technology, or any other sector. They are usually on the lookout for the latest trends, products or services, and anything that is new and exiting.

And what they're gonna wear
People are often interested in knowing what they will wear, especially when attending an event, such as a concert or show. This is to prepare adequately to blends effectively into the event's dress code or fashion style.

And what they're gonna sing
People, especially music fans, are often interested in knowing the latest music tunes, the lyrics to these tunes, and the artists behind them. This is to enable them to sing along whenever such tunes are played anywhere.

I don't know what it is
I do not have complete knowledge of what it is that people find trendy or fascinating in music or other fields. I may not identify with this particular trend or viewpoint.

And I don't know what it's at
I do not have any clue about the appeal or attraction of what is currently taking place or happening, and may, therefore, be unable to replicate it. I do not understand the value or benefit of the trend or what beneficial impact it has.

The only thing I know
The sole knowledge or insight that I have about something, in this case, music, is that my interpretation and playing of music is unique and exciting.

Is how to skin that cat
The inclination or style to approach or play music uniquely or differently is the only method or way in which I know how to produce music. This can be interpreted to mean that I pursue new and distinct means of producing music to entice and captivate music lovers.

You should shoot me
I am willing and ready to face or encounter intense, demanding experiences in my pursuit of producing and playing music. In this case, the analogy of being shot from a cannon means facing the unknown, even if there is a possibility of harm.

From a cannon
The process of experiencing the unknown can be likened to launching oneself from a cannon, thrusting ourselves into the world to confront whatever comes our way, whether pleasant or not.

And I'd ask for more
Even if subjected to more heightened extreme conditions similar to being shot from a cannon, I am willing and eager to experience more, without necessarily deviating from my style of music production.

Win the grand prix
Winning the grand prize in whatever music competition is available does not necessarily excite me or provide a sense of satisfaction or fulfillment.

I'd still be bored
Winning the grand prize would still not interest me, as it would not feed my passion for producing and playing music in my unique way.

Win a marathon
Winning a marathon, which symbolizes significant accomplishments, such as fame, fortune, and social recognition, would not meet my definition of success, given that I live for production and playing music.

In 30 seconds flat
It does not matter how fast or slow I attain whatever level of success, as long as I maintain my passion for the art of producing and playing music uniquely.

But all I wanna do
My primary motivation and desire is to produce music and play it to the best of my abilities, with the ultimate aim of captivating and entertaining music lovers.

Is skin that cat
I am keen on approaching or playing music unconventionally, differently, and distinctively. By extension, the interpretation of the lyrics is what makes my music unique and entertaining to my audience and sets me apart from other musicians.

Samson and Delila
Samson and Delilah are figures mentioned in the Bible who feature prominently in the history of the people of Israel.

What a funny pair
Samson and Delilah are an amusing pair who stand out in the Bible's narrative due to their complex relationship, among other factors.

She took a knife
Delilah is said to have used a knife to betray Samson.

And cut off all his hair
As the account goes, Delilah cut off all Samson's hair as a way of weakening him and making him vulnerable to his enemies.

Said hey
Delilah exclaimed to Samson.

What do you think about that
Delilah taunted Samson with a question after she robbed him of his hair, suggesting he falls from grace by losing his strength.

I bet you didn't think
I am careful not to be caught off-guard or pre-judge the due course of an event in the music sector or any other areas of life.

I could skin that cat
I am going to surprise you by playing music differently or producing music in a unique style that has the potential to win over music lovers and outclass other musicians.