my dear
Katzenjammer Lyrics


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When the night is over
When the moonlight's gone
When seductive rhythms
Of the storm die down
When the white wild horses
Are laying down to rest
When your mind is sober
And I'm getting dressed

Will you still kiss my neck?
My dear, my dear
Will you dance when I ask?
My dear, my dear
Will you walk out ahead?
My dear, my dear, my dear
Or will you stay in bed?

When the house is crowded
When you've got no space
When the baby's crying
When I've pulled my ace

Will you still kiss my neck?
My dear, my dear
Will you dance when I ask?
My dear, my dear
Will you walk out ahead?
My dear, my dear, my dear
Or will you stay in bed?

When my white face withers
When my skin turns gray
When the drama's over
Then will you still stay?

Will you still kiss my neck?
My dear, my dear
Will you dance when I ask?
My dear, my dear
Will you walk out ahead?
My dear, my dear, my dear
Or will you stay in bed?

Will you stay in bed?




Will you stay in bed?
Will you stay in bed

Overall Meaning

The song My Dear by the Norwegian band Katzenjammer is a melancholic love song that speaks to the vulnerability and fears associated with being in a committed relationship. The lyrics start by describing a peaceful and sober moment, after a night of wild passion, where the singer is getting dressed and wondering if her lover will still love her in the light of day. She questions whether he will still dance with her, walk with her, and most importantly, whether he will still kiss her neck. This is a metaphor for the physical and emotional intimacy that exists between them, which she wants to ensure will still be present even after the initial lust and excitement has faded.


As the song progresses, the lyrics speak to the challenges that can arise in any relationship. The mention of the house being crowded and the baby crying speaks to the day-to-day struggles that couples can face, and the singer wants to know if her lover will still be there for her even when things get tough. The final verse speaks to the fear of growing old and dying, and whether her lover will still stay by her side even when she is no longer young and beautiful.


Overall, the song My Dear by Katzenjammer manages to capture the mixture of emotions that can exist in a long-term relationship, from fear and vulnerability to enduring love and trust. The lyrics and melody create a haunting and beautiful atmosphere that linger in the listener's mind long after the song has ended.


Line by Line Meaning

When the night is over
When our time together comes to an end


When the moonlight's gone
When the ambiance that set the mood for us disappears


When seductive rhythms
When the captivating melodies that mesmerized us stop


Of the storm die down
When the chaos and intensity of our passion fizzles out


When the white wild horses
When our imaginations and passions are no longer wild and free


Are laying down to rest
When our passion is no longer as intense


When your mind is sober
When you are no longer swept away by the moment and have regained your senses


And I'm getting dressed
When I'm preparing to leave


Will you still kiss my neck?
Will you still desire me and show me affection?


My dear, my dear
Addressing the person with affection


Will you dance when I ask?
Will you still engage with me and enjoy my company?


Will you walk out ahead?
Will you continue to lead and support us?


Or will you stay in bed?
Or will you choose to stay behind and give up on us?


When the house is crowded
When we are surrounded by others


When you've got no space
When you have no room to move or breathe


When the baby's crying
When we are burdened with responsibilities and complications


When I've pulled my ace
When I have done everything in my power to make things work


When my white face withers
When I have aged and lost my youthful appearance


When my skin turns gray
When my health and vitality fade away


When the drama's over
When the excitement and passion has died down


Then will you still stay?
Are you committed to me for more than just the moments of passion and excitement?


Will you stay in bed?
Are you willing to work through the difficult times and not give up on us?


Will you stay in bed?
Are you willing to choose us and prioritize our relationship over other things?


Will you stay in bed?
Will you stay by my side through thick and thin?




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Anne Marit Bergheim, Marianne Sveen, Solveig Heilo, Turid Jørgensen

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"Slo de Dem" i vers 6 må skrives "Slo De Dem", altså med stor forbokstav også i "De". Egners vise bruker høflig tiltaleform, og de skrives ( – ble skrevet) med stor forbokstav.

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