Wet Dreams
Kip Addotta Lyrics

It was April the forty-first
The time was highly improbable and out of the ordinary, emphasizing the absurdity of the situation.

Being a quadruple leap year
Referring to a year that shouldn't exist, highlighting the unusual circumstances of the story.

I was driving in downtown Atlantis
In an imaginary place, symbolizing a dreamlike state or an unreal experience.

My Barracuda was in the shop
The main character's usual mode of transportation was unavailable, indicating a disruption in their normal routine.

So I was in a rented Stingray
Using a temporary substitute, suggesting a sense of adventure or novelty in the situation.

And it was overheating
The substitute vehicle was experiencing issues, adding further complications to the story.

So I pulled into a Shell Station
Seeking help or assistance at a common place, representing a moment of vulnerability or dependency.

They said I'd blown a seal
Mechanics at the station informed the artist of a particular car part malfunctioning, using a double entendre to add humor.

I said, 'Fix the dam thing
Expressing frustration and urgency for the repair to be completed.

And leave my private life out of it
Requesting to keep personal matters separate from the car repair process, rejecting any undue scrutiny.

Okay pal?' while they were doing that
Addressing the mechanic with a casual tone, emphasizing the singer's impatience and desire for efficiency.

I walked over to a place
Transitioning to a different location, marking a change in scenery and narrative focus.

Called the Oyster Bar, a real dive
Referring to a low-quality establishment, setting the stage for a less glamorous encounter.

But I knew the owner
Having a personal connection with the venue, indicating familiarity and a sense of belonging.

He used to play for the Dolphins
Alluding to the owner's past as a professional athlete, suggesting a shared background or connection with the singer.

I said 'Hi Gil'
Initiating a conversation with the owner, highlighting a friendly relationship.

You have to yell, he's hard of herring
The owner's hearing impairment is humorously described, adding a playful element to the interaction.

Think I had a wet dream
Suggesting a vivid, imaginative fantasy or desire.

Cruisin' thru the Gulf Stream
Traveling smoothly through a metaphorical or literal flowing current, symbolizing enjoyment and relaxation.

Ooh Ooh Ooh Ooh wet dream
Repeating the phrase to emphasize its significance and recurrent nature.

Gil was also down on his luck
Highlighting the owner's unfortunate situation, indicating a common struggle or shared adversity.

Fact is he was barely keeping
Describing the owner's financial instability, suggesting a sense of instability and uncertainty.

His head below water
Metaphorically representing being in a difficult or drowning situation, emphasizing the owner's challenges.

I bellied up to the sandbar
Approaching the counter or bar, ready to engage in conversation or order a drink.

He poured me the usual
Being served a familiar drink, highlighting a comfort or routine in the singer's life.

Rusty snail, hold the grunion
Ordering a customized drink, adding a playful element by using unique marine references.

Shaken not stirred
Requesting a specific method of drink preparation, referencing a famous catchphrase associated with a fictional spy.

With a peanut butter and jellyfish
Adding an unconventional ingredient to the drink, reinforcing the whimsical nature of the story.

Sandwich on the side heavy on the mako
Ordering a side dish with a particular ingredient, keeping with the theme of marine-related items.

I slipped him a fin on porpoise
Deliberately giving the owner a monetary tip, utilizing wordplay for comedic effect.

I was feeling good
Expressing a positive emotional state, indicating contentment or satisfaction.

I even dropped a sand dollar in
Leaving a small monetary contribution, highlighting the artist's generosity or goodwill.

The box for Jerry's squids for the halibut
Supporting a local business by making a contribution, while also including wordplay and puns for humor.

Well the place was crowded
Describing the atmosphere of the venue, portraying a lively and bustling environment.

We were packed in like sardines
Using a simile to convey how tightly the people were squeezed together, creating a humorous visual image.

They were all there to listen to the
Highlighting the primary reason for the crowd's gathering, indicating a shared interest or purpose.

Big band sounds of Tommy Dorsal what sole
Introducing a musician's name, playing with fish-related puns to maintain the comedic theme.

Tommy was rockin' the place with
Describing the musician's performance, emphasizing his ability to captivate the audience.

A very popular tuna salmon Chanted Evening
Referencing a well-known song, combining fish species to create a unique and humorous title.

And the stage was surrounded
Creating a visual depiction of the musician's location, portraying his popularity.

By screaming groupers
Describing the enthusiastic audience using a playful, fish-related term.

Probably there to see the bass player
Humorously suggesting that the crowd may be more interested in the musical instrument than the musician.

One of them was this cute little yellowtail
Introducing a specific member of the audience, using fish-related imagery to describe her appearance.

And she's giving me the eye
Implying that the yellowtail woman is showing interest or attraction toward the artist.

So I figured this is my
Realizing an opportunity for romantic or flirtatious interaction, suggesting an intention to pursue her.

Chance for a little fun
Viewing the situation as an opportunity for enjoyment, implying a desire for casual pleasure or amusement.

You know, piece of Pisces
Using wordplay to allude to a relationship or sexual encounter, employing aquatic imagery for humor.

But she said things I just couldn't fathom
Stating that the yellowtail woman's words were difficult to understand or comprehend, implying a lack of mutual understanding or connection.

She was too deep
Metaphorically describing the yellowtail woman's personality or complex nature, suggesting a profound or mysterious character.

Seemed to be under a lot of pressure
Implying that the yellowtail woman was experiencing stress or anxiety, indicating a potential reason for her complicated behavior.

Boy, could she drink she drank like a
Commenting on the woman's alcohol consumption, emphasizing her ability to consume a large amount.

She drank a lot
Reiterating the yellowtail woman's heavy drinking habit, highlighting it as a significant aspect of her personality.

I said 'What's your sign'
Engaging in light-hearted conversation, seeking information about the yellowtail woman's astrological sign.

She said 'Aquarium'
Playfully responding with a pun, stating her sign as if it were an aquatic-themed variation of the actual zodiac sign.

I said 'Great, let's get tanked'
Responding with humor and suggesting the continuation of their drinking activities, employing wordplay to maintain the aquatic theme.

I invited her to my place for a midnight bait
Proposing a late-night encounter or rendezvous, using a fishing-related pun for comedic effect.

I said 'Come on baby
Encouraging the yellowtail woman to join him, employing a casual and playful tone.

It'll only take a few minnows'
Downplaying the significance or duration of the encounter, employing fish-related terms for humor and innuendo.

She threw me that same old line
Reacting with disappointment, suggesting that the yellowtail woman used a familiar excuse to reject the proposition.

'Not tonight, I gotta haddock'
Using a fish-related pun to humorously refuse the invitation, indicating a lack of interest or readiness on the yellowtail woman's part.

And she wasn't kidding either
Asserting the truthfulness of the yellowtail woman's statement, reinforcing her genuine lack of interest or availability.

Cause in came the biggest
Describing the arrival of a prominent and imposing figure, creating a moment of tension or conflict.

Meanest looking haddock
Portraying the haddock as intimidating and formidable, using imagery to add humor and exaggeration to the description.

I'd ever seen come down the pike
Using a figurative expression to acknowledge the haddock's impact, suggesting it as an unexpected and powerful presence.

He was covered with mussels
Describing the haddock's physical appearance, combining fish and shellfish imagery for humorous effect.

He came over to me and said
Approaching the singer with an aggressive demeanor, indicating a confrontation or challenge.

'Listen, shrimp
Addressing the singer with a derogatory term, establishing a confrontational tone and power dynamic.

Don't you come trollin' around here'
Asserting dominance and warning the artist to stay away, using fishing-related terminology metaphorically.

What a crab this guy was steamed
Describing the haddock's anger and frustration, using wordplay to introduce humor into the situation.

I could see the anchor in his eyes
Perceiving the haddock's determination and steadfastness, employing a metaphorical image to portray his unwavering resolve.

I turned to him, I said
Responding to the haddock's aggression, indicating the singer's willingness to stand up for himself.

'A balone, you're just being shellfish'
Combining wordplay and puns to cleverly insult the haddock, using fish and shellfish terms to make a humorous retort.

Well, I knew it was going to
Anticipating and acknowledging the forthcoming trouble or conflict, drawing attention to the heightened tension in the situation.

Be trouble and so did Gil
Recognizing the potential for conflict, mentioning the owner's awareness and involvement in the unfolding events.

‘Cause he was already on the
Indicating the owner's proactive response, suggesting his readiness to take action or seek assistance.

Phone to the cods
Contacting a support network or allies, humorously referencing other fish species to maintain the marine theme.

The haddock hit's me with a sucker punch
Surprising the artist with a sudden and unexpected attack, using a humorous metaphor with fish-related terminology.

I catch him with a left hook he eels over
Responding to the haddock's attack with a counterstrike, combining fish references and wordplay to describe the physical altercation.

It was a fluke but there he was
Acknowledging the unlikely occurrence of the singer's successful punch, introducing another fish-related term for humor.

Lying on the deck, flat as a mackerel
Describing the defeated haddock's position, using imagery and wordplay to illustrate his state of defeat.

Kelpless
Using a wordplay pun to describe the haddock's vulnerability and inability to fight back.

I said 'Forget the cods Gil
Advising the owner to abandon seeking help from others, implying the artist's confidence and ability to handle the situation independently.

This guy's gonna need a sturgeon'
Humorously suggesting that the defeated haddock would require a large and powerful fish species for assistance, using wordplay for comedic effect.

Well, the yellowtail was impressed with the
Reacting positively to the artist's display of strength and capability, indicating her admiration or attraction.

Way I landed her boyfriend
Using a fishing-related metaphor to describe how the singer defeated the haddock, emphasizing his successful intervention.

She came over to me, she said
Approaching the singer with a newfound interest or admiration, initiating a conversation or interaction.

'Hey, big boy, you're really a game fish
Complimenting the singer's bravery or skill, employing wordplay to describe him as a desirable romantic partner.

What's your name' i said 'Marlin'
Answering the yellowtail woman's question with a fish-related pun, maintaining the theme of the story while introducing the artist's name.

Well, from then on we had a whale of a time
Expressing the enjoyment and fun the artist and the yellowtail woman shared, using exaggeration and a fish-related pun for humor.

I took her to dinner, I took her to dance
Describing various activities the singer and the yellowtail woman engaged in together, indicating the progression of their relationship or connection.

I bought her a bouquet of flounders
Presenting a humorous and unconventional gift, playing with the fish theme for comedic effect.

And then I went home with her
Implying that the artist and the yellowtail woman engaged in an intimate or romantic encounter, indicating the development of their relationship.

And what did I get for my trouble
Reflecting on the consequences or outcome of the artist's actions, suggesting some form of negative or undesired consequence.

A case of the clams
Using wordplay to humorously describe an unwanted outcome or disappointment, employing a fish-related pun for comedic effect.

Wet dream cruisin' thru the Gulf Stream
Revisiting the vivid, imaginative fantasy previously mentioned, indicating a pleasurable and appealing daydream or desire.

Ooh Ooh Ooh Ooh
Reiterating the expression of excitement or pleasure, adding emphasis to the artist's vivid dreams or fantasies.