D.I.Y.
KMFDM Lyrics
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Since first I met you
I can't forget you
Cherokee sweetheart
Child of the prairie
Your love keeps calling
My heart enthralling
Dreams of summertime
Of wintertime gone by
Throng my memory
So tenderly and sigh
My sweet Indian warrior
One day I'll hold you
In my arms fold you
Oh, Cherokee
Brave Indian warrior
Since I first met you
I can't forget you
Cherokee sweetheart
Child of the prairie
Your love keeps calling
My heart enthralling
Ooh, Cherokee
Dreams of summertime
Of wintertime gone by
Throng my memory
So tenderly and sigh
My sweet Indian warrior
One day I'll hold you
In my arms enfold you
Ooh, Cherokee
The lyrics of the song "D.I.Y." by KMFDM contain a brief section which describes a relationship with a Native American, referred to as a "Cherokee" in the lyrics. The lyrics describe the love that the singer feels for this person, calling them a "brave warrior" and "child of the prairie." The singer expresses his affection for the Cherokee, saying that he cannot forget them and that they are always on his mind. The tone of the lyrics is romantic and wistful, conveying a sense of longing and nostalgia for this person.
The use of Native American imagery has been a common theme in popular music for many years, with many songs drawing on the romanticized idea of the "noble savage." In the case of "D.I.Y." by KMFDM, the use of this imagery could be seen as problematic. While the lyrics do not contain any overtly offensive language, some might interpret them as perpetuating stereotypes about Native Americans. However, it is also possible to view the lyrics as simply expressing a genuine romantic attraction to a person of Native American heritage, without any intention of perpetuating stereotypes or cultural appropriation.
Overall, the lyrics of "D.I.Y." by KMFDM are evocative and emotionally charged, describing a relationship with a Native American in a way that is both reverent and somewhat mystical.
Line by Line Meaning
Brave Indian warrior
Addressing the brave and courageous Indian warrior
Since first I met you
From the moment I first met you
I can't forget you
You have left an unforgettable impression on me
Cherokee sweetheart
Endearingly calling the Cherokee warrior sweetheart
Child of the prairie
Acknowledging that the warrior is a child of the prairie
Your love keeps calling
The warrior's love is calling out to the singer
My heart enthralling
The love has captivated the singer's heart
Ooh, Cherokee
Expressing affection for the Cherokee warrior
Dreams of summertime
Fond memories of summer
Of wintertime gone by
Reminiscing about past winters
Throng my memory
Memories flood the singer's mind
So tenderly and sigh
Fondly remembering and sighing with emotion
My sweet Indian warrior
Affectionately calling the warrior sweet
One day I'll hold you
The singer hopes to hold the warrior in their arms
In my arms enfold you
The singer wants to embrace the warrior lovingly
Ooh, Cherokee
Repeating the affectionate phrase for the Cherokee warrior
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