Be My Daddy
Lana Del Rey Lyrics
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What's up what's up
What's up what's up
What's up
Lyin' on the beach in the hot sun (yeah hot)
Yeah, I want you
If you have forgotten how to have fun (c'mon)
You rich and I'm wishin', um
You could be my mister, yum
Delicious to the maximum
Chew you up like bubble gum
You love me, he wants me
I think I want you too
You can be my daddy tonight-night-night
I'm neon phosphorescent
Open like a Christmas present, oh
You can be my daddy tonight-night-night
If you're seeking heaven
Then you wanna come and get it, get it
You can be my daddy tonight-night-night
I'm neon phosphorescent
Open like a Christmas present, oh
You can be my daddy tonight-night-night
If you're seeking heaven
Then you wanna come and get it alright
Be my daddy tonight
I see you shinin' bright with
Your gold chain on (so bright)
Drinkin' with your crew (yeah)
I give you one look and you know that it's on
(it's on) yes, you do
He's rich and I'm kissin'
Him, magical musician, uh
We drivin' through the cinema
Taste like sugar cinnamon hey baby (wha?)
Come take me (wha?)
I'll go anywhere with you (yeah)
You can be my daddy tonight-night-night
I'm neon phosphorescent
Open like a Christmas present, oh
You can be my daddy tonight-night-night
If you're seeking heaven
Then you wanna come and get it, get it
You can be my daddy tonight-night-night
I'm neon phosphorescent
Open like a Christmas present, oh
You can be my daddy tonight-night-night
If you're seeking heaven
Then you wanna come and get it alright
Be my daddy tonight
What's up what's up
What's up what's up
What's up what's up
What's up what's up
Sitting on your lap, singing you my song
Ooh ooh ooh got a lollipop
I'll give you some
All for you you you you you you
You can be my daddy tonight-night-night
I'm neon phosphorescent
Open like a Christmas present, oh
You can be my daddy tonight-night-night
If you're seeking heaven
Then you wanna come and get it, get it
You can be my daddy tonight-night-night
I'm neon phosphorescent
Open like a Christmas present, oh
You can be my daddy tonight-night-night
If you're seeking heaven
Then you wanna come and get it alright
Be my daddy tonight
What's up what's up
What's up what's up
Be my daddy be my daddy
Be my daddy be my, be my daddy tonight
In Lana Del Rey's song "Be My Daddy," the lyrics can be interpreted as a seductive and playful invitation to a potential lover or partner. The song begins with the phrase "what's up" repeated multiple times, creating a casual and relaxed atmosphere. The first verse describes lying on the beach under the hot sun, longing for someone who has forgotten how to have fun. Lana offers to show them a good time and expresses her desire for them.
The chorus highlights the attraction between the two individuals, with Lana referring to herself as "neon phosphorescent," implying her vibrant and alluring nature. She compares herself to a Christmas present, suggesting that she is available and ready to be unwrapped and enjoyed. The lyrics emphasize the notion that the person she is addressing could be her "daddy" for the night, a term often used to denote a dominant and caring figure in intimate relationships.
In the second verse, Lana observes the person shining brightly with their gold chain and enjoying a drink with their friends. She indicates that a single look from her is all it takes for the spark between them to ignite. Lana describes the person as rich, and she kisses him, labeling him a magical musician. They embark on a journey together, described as driving through the cinema, and the taste of their encounter is likened to sugar and cinnamon.
Overall, the lyrics of "Be My Daddy" exude a sense of sensuality, confidence, and the desire for a thrilling and passionate connection. Lana Del Rey uses metaphoric language, colorful imagery, and playful wordplay to convey her intentions and the allure of the relationship she is proposing.
Line by Line Meaning
Hmmmmm what's up
Wondering what your intentions are
What's up what's up
Asking repeatedly what your true desires are
Lyin' on the beach in the hot sun (yeah hot)
Enjoying the pleasure of the moment
Yeah, I want you
Expressing a desire for your attention and affection
If you have forgotten how to have fun (c'mon)
Encouraging you to let go and enjoy life
Well, I'll show you
Offering to guide you towards experiencing joy and excitement
You rich and I'm wishin', um
Acknowledging the difference in wealth between us
You could be my mister, yum
Proposing the idea of a passionate relationship
Delicious to the maximum
Emphasizing the appeal and pleasure of being together
Chew you up like bubble gum
Exaggerating the intensity of desire and attraction
You love me, he wants me
Highlighting the attention and desire from multiple sources
I think I want you too
Admitting a mutual attraction and interest
You can be my daddy tonight-night-night
Inviting you to fulfill a dominant role in a romantic encounter
I'm neon phosphorescent
Symbolizing a bright and vibrant energy
Open like a Christmas present, oh
Being open and receptive to new experiences
If you're seeking heaven
If you're looking for pure bliss and happiness
Then you wanna come and get it, get it
Encouraging you to pursue that state of euphoria
Be my daddy tonight
Indicating a desire for a dominant partner in the present moment
I see you shinin' bright with
Noticing your captivating presence and confidence
Your gold chain on (so bright)
Referencing your flashy and luxurious appearance
Drinkin' with your crew (yeah)
Enjoying the company of your friends and associates
I give you one look and you know that it's on
Creating instant chemistry and attraction
He's rich and I'm kissin'
Describing a relationship where money is a factor
Him, magical musician, uh
Referring to your artistic and captivating qualities
We drivin' through the cinema
Embarking on a unique and thrilling adventure together
Taste like sugar cinnamon hey baby (wha?)
Describing the delightful sensations of being with you
Come take me (wha?)
Inviting you to take control and lead the way
I'll go anywhere with you (yeah)
Expressing a willingness to go on a romantic journey together
Sitting on your lap, singing you my song
Engaging in intimate and affectionate moments
Ooh ooh ooh got a lollipop
Being playful and offering sweet treats
I'll give you some
Expressing a desire to share pleasure and intimacy
All for you you you you you you
Dedicating oneself completely to the person of interest
Be my daddy be my daddy
Repeatedly emphasizing the desire for a dominant partner
Be my daddy be my, be my daddy tonight
Extending the invitation to take the role of a dominant figure in the current evening
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Robert Cochran
on West Coast
Amazing how the film maker lifted the filming of this video directly from the Chet Baker documentary Let's Get Lost - black & white hanging at the beach and cruising in the backs of convertables
ciggywater
on National Anthem
such a goddess
Abygail Fernandez Smith
on West Coast
ganda
Inside Bilderberg
on Cruel World
Love this song.
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on West Coast
barcelona akhawa
Dawit Dawit
on Ultraviolence
nice
Dawit Dawit
on West Coast
best