Tätowiert
Kapelle Petra Lyrics
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Doch was frustriert,
Bist tätowiert.
These lyrics are from the German song "Tätowiert" by Kapelle Petra. The song talks about how the singer finds the person okay but is frustrated by their tattoos. The lyrics suggest that the singer has a preference for someone without tattoos or at least, someone who can hide their tattoos. The song could be interpreted as a reflection of the societal view of tattoos and how they are sometimes still stigmatized. The lyrics imply that tattoos can be seen as a negative or rebellious trait, and may limit a person's dating options.
The chorus repeats the line, "Tätowiert, tätowiert, das hast du dir doch schön verhaut" which roughly translates to "Tattooed, tattooed, you've really screwed yourself over." The use of the phrase "verhaut" or "screwed up" adds to the negative connotation of tattoos. The song does not offer any deeper meaning behind why the singer finds tattoos frustrating or distasteful, other than a personal preference.
Overall, "Tätowiert" is a song that reflects the cultural stigma around tattoos in Germany. The lyrics portray tattoos as a negative trait that could limit a person's dating options, and suggest that the singer would prefer someone without tattoos or who can hide them.
Line by Line Meaning
Ich find Dich sonst ganz o.k.,
I generally think you are alright,
Doch was frustriert,
However, there is something that frustrates me,
Bist tätowiert.
And that is the fact that you are tattooed.
Contributed by Oliver K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.