The Model
KITCHEN - Kraftwerk Lyrics

In the lyrics to Kraftwerk's "The Model," the singer describes admiration for a woman who is portrayed as a fashion model or perhaps a celebrity. The opening lines, "She's a model and she's looking good, I'd like to take her home, that's understood," convey an immediate attraction to the woman's physical appearance. The image of wanting to take her home implies a desire for a closer connection or perhaps a romantic interest in her.

The next lines suggest that the woman is somewhat elusive and selective in her interactions, as she "plays hard to get" and "smiles from time to time." However, the singer notes that her disposition can quickly change at the sight of a camera, indicating a willingness to be photographed or to engage in the modeling and celebrity lifestyle.

The song then delves into the woman's active social life, with references to her frequenting nightclubs, drinking champagne, and garnering attention from various men. Despite this, she seems to maintain control and agency in the way she presents herself, with others commenting on her physical beauty and the implication that her attractiveness comes at a cost or is commodified in some way.

The lyrics also touch on the woman's professional life as a model, highlighting her participation in photo shoots for consumer products and magazines. While she is depicted as being successful in this realm, with her image gracing magazine covers, there is a sense of longing from the singer to reconnect with her. The desire to "meet her again" suggests a yearning for a deeper connection beyond her public persona, indicating a fascination with the woman behind the glamorous facade.