Our House
KITCHEN - Madness Lyrics

Father wears his Sunday best
The father puts on his best clothes, showing his desire to present himself well and maintain a respectable image.

Mother's tired, she needs a rest
The mother is exhausted and in need of some time to relax and recharge.

The kids are playing up downstairs
The children are causing trouble and misbehaving on the lower floor of the house.

Sister's sighing in her sleep (ah)
The sister is expressing a deep sigh while she sleeps, possibly conveying her internal frustrations or worries.

Brother's got a date to keep, he can't hang around
The brother has made plans and has to leave since he cannot stay and spend time with the family.

Our house, in the middle of our street
The house is located centrally on their street, symbolizing its significance and prominence within their neighborhood.

Our house, it has a crowd
Their house is always bustling with activity and filled with people, creating a lively and vibrant atmosphere.

There's always something happening
The house is constantly filled with events and occurrences, never lacking in excitement or entertainment.

And it's usually quite loud
The noise level in the house is typically high, reflecting the energetic and lively nature of their household.

Our mum she's so house-proud
Their mother takes great pride in maintaining a clean and well-kept home, paying attention to every detail.

Nothing ever slows her down and a mess is not allowed
Their mother is always active and productive, never letting anything hinder her progress, and she does not tolerate any untidiness or disorder.

Father gets up late for work
The father tends to wake up later than usual for his job, possibly indicating a more relaxed or unconventional work schedule.

Mother has to iron his shirt
The mother takes on the responsibility of ensuring that the father's shirt is properly ironed and presented neatly for his day at work.

Then she sends the kids to school
After completing her tasks, the mother sends the children off to school, taking care of their education and well-being.

Sees them off with a small kiss (ah)
The mother bids farewell to the children with a gentle kiss, expressing her love and affection before they embark on their day.

She's the one they're going to miss in lots of ways
The children will deeply feel the absence of their mother throughout the day, realizing the significance of her presence and the love they share.

I remember way back then when everything was true and when
The artist reminisces about a time in the past when everything felt genuine and authentic.

We would have such a very good time, such a fine time
During those moments, they experienced immense joy and had an incredibly enjoyable and wonderful time together.

Such a happy time
The memories they cherish were filled with happiness and contentment, making that period of their lives truly special.

And I remember how we'd play, simply waste the day away
The artist recalls how they used to engage in carefree play and effortlessly spend their days, without feeling the pressure of time passing by.

Then we'd say nothing would come between us
During those carefree moments, they firmly believed that nothing could ever disrupt the bond and connection they shared.

Two dreamers
Both the artist and someone else were dreamers, having aspirations and imaginative minds that allowed them to escape reality together.

Our house, was our castle and our keep
The house served as their sanctuary and refuge, providing a sense of security, protection, and belonging.

That was where we used to sleep
Their house was the familiar place they rested, symbolizing the comfort and familiarity they found within its walls.

Our house, in the middle of our street
Reiterating the significance of their house within their neighborhood, emphasizing its central location.

Our house, in the middle of our
The first line continues, leading into the repetition of the chorus.