Midnite Maniac
Krokus Lyrics
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'Bout the danger comin' your way
She'll tear you up at midnight
Killer on the loose get out of her way
Sex machine terrorizing' dream
Lock the door tonight
She's got it all she can walk through a wall
And in the light of day
In hidin' she will stay
Watch out at midnight
Feel her shadow on your face
Midnight maniac she's a killer at large
Midnight maniac lock your door
A) Cause she can't be far
B) She knows where you are
Did you hear it on the radio
Crimes of passion makin' the news
It happened after midnight
In your neighborhood could've been you
The lyrics to Krokus's song Midnite Maniac describe a dangerous woman who is on the loose and causing havoc in the night. The imagery painted by the lyrics gives a sense of fear and urgency to the listener, warning them to be cautious and avoid the dangerous woman, who is described as a sex machine terrorizing dreams. The lyrics suggest that the woman has supernatural powers, as she can walk through walls, adding to the fear factor of the song. The chorus repeatedly warns the listener to lock their doors and be wary of the midnight maniac, who is a killer at large. The song builds tension as it suggests that the woman could be anywhere, watching and waiting to strike.
The lyrics also touch on the media sensationalism surrounding crimes of passion, with the line "Did you hear it on the radio, Crimes of passion makin' the news." This highlights how the media often amplifies fear by reporting sensationalized stories of violence and crime, making people more afraid and paranoid about their safety. The song ends with a warning that the midnight maniac's next victim could have easily been anyone in the listener's own neighborhood.
Overall, the lyrics to Krokus's Midnite Maniac create a sense of fear and paranoia, warning the listener about the danger that could be lurking in the night.
Line by Line Meaning
Did you read it in the paper
Have you seen the news about the imminent danger approaching you?
'Bout the danger comin' your way
The threat is heading your way, and you should be aware of it.
She'll tear you up at midnight
This killer's murderous escapades are carried out at midnight - It's a warning to be careful
Killer on the loose get out of her way
There is a dangerous killer out and about – ensure you stay out of her path.
Sex machine terrorizing' dream
This sex-crazed killer would be the nightmare of anyone who encounters her.
Lock the door tonight
Close your doors to create a barrier against the potential threat.
She's got it all she can walk through a wall
This murderer is illustrated as an all-powerful being who can walk through walls - seemingly unstoppable.
Better run for your life
You have to escape from her to be safe.
And in the light of day
In daylight when she is hiding, one can see the possible danger she presents.
In hidin' she will stay
The killer may hide during the day and attack victims during the night.
Watch out at midnight
Rapid caution to individuals that danger might happen during midnight.
Feel her shadow on your face
A vivid description of how close the killer is getting; you can feel her presence.
Midnight maniac she's a killer at large
The killer has yet to be caught; she's still at large in public.
Midnight maniac lock your door
You have to be cautious and protect yourself by locking your doors.
Cause she can't be far
Keep in mind that she may be in your area and you need to act quickly.
She knows where you are
The murderer is intelligent, she might have information about you and your whereabouts.
Did you hear it on the radio
Did you listen to the news or radio reports that mention the killer?
Crimes of passion makin' the news
News reports covering the gruesome incidents caused by the killer are increasing.
It happened after midnight
This killer strikes during the midnight hour, adding to the sense of danger.
In your neighborhood could've been you
The threat is closer to home than you might think; you could have easily been one of the victims.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: FERNANDO VON ARB, MARK STORACE
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Fred Landry
I remember this band in my early teens, it’s hard to believe this song is almost 40 years old.
Kirk Pascal 4Q2
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Todd Smith
Great stuff!! One of the loudest concerts I ever attended.
JAMES PYTKO
Love this song !!! Pure 80s !
Kevin Baker
Classic Rock. Never gets old.
Joseph Blood
No this is Classic METAL
Steven Thomas
It is a good point, though. Not much of a difference between this and AC/DC, as a matter of fact they often got confused for each other. But this is Heavy Metal as it was known back then by the people who created the genre and the term. You can call it Classic Metal or True Metal, but I disagree. METAL is the all-encompassing term. Heavy is a specific subset of Metal.
Paul Hornbogen
Totally agree. Timeless
Carl Asker
Classic tune. This song craves a beer.
Brian Kostrzewski
i was 18 when i heard this song now am 56 and still loving it