Behind Closed Doors
Lana Del Rey / Lyrics


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I like โ€˜em mad, bad baby
You could be the one
If you wanna get trashed and have fun
Throw me wholly in the sky like a pizza pie
(Are you crazy?)
You take my whole world, baby
And twist it to the right
Throw me in the air and whoop like dynamite
Baby you know anytime you can swing by

You know I like โ€˜em bad, boy
Wrong side of the track, boy, oh
You know I like โ€˜em bad boy, like you
(Like you, you know I do)
I like a man with kick, yeah
So come around and hit me up
No other man can lick me like you
(Like you, you know what you do)

Everybodyโ€™s saying youโ€™re no good for me
But they donโ€™t see the dirty
Stuff you do to me
Tell me I should leave nearly every day
Iโ€™m not gonna do it, baby (no way)
Everybodyโ€™s saying youโ€™re no good for me
But they donโ€™t see the dirty
Stuff you do to me
You only show a little but you give me more
Behind, behind, behind behind closed doors
(No one can see us, I know you like me)

I see my best friends kissing
Touching all the time
But I donโ€™t need no jet to
Write it in the sky
I see it in his eyes, Iโ€™m his cherry pie

You know I like โ€˜em bad, boy
They think you make me sad, boy, no
The best I ever had, boy, it's you
(Like you, you know I do)
I want a man that's hot, yeah
To come around and rock me, yeah
No one can dirty talk me
(Like you, you know what you do)

Everybodyโ€™s saying youโ€™re no good for me
But they donโ€™t see the dirty
Stuff you do to me
Tell me I should leave nearly every day
Iโ€™m not gonna do it, baby (no way)
Everybodyโ€™s saying youโ€™re no good for me
But they donโ€™t see the dirty
Stuff you do to me
You only shout a little but you give me more
Behind, behind, behind behind closed doors
Behind closed doors

Everybody's at the park tonight
Everybody's at the shore
Everybody's on the street tonight
What the hell would we do that for?
Everybody's at the park tonight
But we got fireworks galore
Behind closed doors behind closed doors

Everybodyโ€™s saying youโ€™re no good for me
But they donโ€™t see the dirty
Stuff you do to me
Tell me I should leave nearly every day
Iโ€™m not gonna do it, baby (no way)
Everybodyโ€™s saying youโ€™re no good for me
But they donโ€™t see the dirty
Stuff you do to me
You only shout a little but you give me more




Behind, behind, behind behind closed doors
Behind closed doors behind closed doors

Overall Meaning

In Lana Del Rey's song "Behind Closed Doors," the lyrics convey a sense of rebellion and attraction towards someone who is considered "bad" or unconventional. The singer expresses her liking for someone who is wild and reckless, willing to get into trouble and have fun. The imagery of throwing her in the sky like a pizza pie and whooping like dynamite reflects the exhilaration and thrill she feels in this relationship. She acknowledges that others warn her about this person's negative influence, but she is resistant to their advice and insists on staying with him. The mention of her best friends kissing and touching all the time implies that she is aware of the conventional relationships around her but has chosen a different path with this "bad boy."


The chorus asserts her loyalty to this person, highlighting that they have secrets and intimate moments behind closed doors that others cannot see. She is enamored by the hidden aspects of their relationship and seems determined to protect it despite the judgments of others. The lyrics also touch upon the notion of fireworks and celebrations, suggesting that their bond is passionate and explosive, contrasting with the mundane lives of those around them.


Overall, "Behind Closed Doors" reflects Lana Del Rey's fascination with unconventional relationships and her willingness to embrace the excitement and intensity they bring, even if they are considered taboo or frowned upon by society.


Line by Line Meaning

I like โ€˜em mad, bad baby
I am attracted to wild and rebellious individuals


You could be the one
You have the potential to be the perfect partner for me


If you wanna get trashed and have fun
If you are willing to indulge in reckless behavior and enjoy yourself


Throw me wholly in the sky like a pizza pie
Lift me up completely, just like tossing a pizza in the air


(Are you crazy?)
Are you daring enough to do it?


You take my whole world, baby
You completely captivate my attention and influence my entire existence


And twist it to the right
You manipulate it in a way that feels right for both of us


Throw me in the air and whoop like dynamite
Lift me up energetically and celebrate like explosive dynamite


Baby you know anytime you can swing by
You are always welcome to visit at any moment


You know I like โ€˜em bad, boy
I have a preference for rebellious and dangerous men


Wrong side of the track, boy, oh
You come from a rough background and have a rebellious nature


You know I like โ€˜em bad boy, like you
I am attracted to bad boys, specifically someone like you


(Like you, you know I do)
It's true, I am genuinely attracted to your bad boy persona


I like a man with kick, yeah
I am attracted to a man with a strong and energetic personality


So come around and hit me up
Therefore, come and approach me with your confident and assertive nature


No other man can lick me like you
No one else can excite and satisfy me like you do


(Like you, you know what you do)
You indeed have a unique ability to please me in intimate ways


Everybodyโ€™s saying youโ€™re no good for me
Everyone believes you are a negative influence in my life


But they donโ€™t see the dirty
They are unaware of the scandalous activities we indulge in


Stuff you do to me
The wild and exciting experiences we share together


Tell me I should leave nearly every day
People advise me to end the relationship almost daily


Iโ€™m not gonna do it, baby (no way)
However, I am determined to ignore their advice and stay with you


You only show a little but you give me more
You may only reveal a small part of yourself to the world, but you give me so much more in private


Behind, behind, behind behind closed doors
Our true and intimate experiences happen discreetly, away from prying eyes


(No one can see us, I know you like me)
The secrecy adds to the excitement, and I am aware that you have genuine affection for me


I see my best friends kissing
I observe my close friends displaying affection towards one another


Touching all the time
Engaging in physical contact frequently


But I donโ€™t need no jet to
However, I don't require extravagant gestures to


Write it in the sky
Prove our connection openly to the world


I see it in his eyes, Iโ€™m his cherry pie
I can perceive the desire in his eyes, and I am his tempting and desirable partner


They think you make me sad, boy, no
Others mistakenly believe that you bring sadness into my life, but


The best I ever had, boy, it's you
In reality, you are the best partner I have ever had


(Like you, you know I do)
I genuinely feel this way about you


I want a man that's hot, yeah
I desire a passionate and attractive man


To come around and rock me, yeah
I long for someone to come into my life and provide excitement and enthrallment


No one can dirty talk me
No other person possesses the ability to sexually arouse me with their words


(Like you, you know what you do)
You possess a skill that truly excites and stimulates me


Everybodyโ€™s saying youโ€™re no good for me
People consistently advise me that you are a negative influence in my life


But they donโ€™t see the dirty
They are unaware of the scandalous activities we engage in together


Stuff you do to me
The exhilarating and risquรฉ experiences you provide me with


You only shout a little but you give me more
Although you may not express your affection publicly, you provide me with so much more in private


Behind, behind, behind behind closed doors
Our true and passionate encounters occur discreetly, hidden from the world


Behind closed doors behind closed doors
Our relationship remains private and away from public scrutiny


Everybody's at the park tonight
Everyone is out enjoying themselves at the park this evening


Everybody's at the shore
People are spending time by the beach


Everybody's on the street tonight
There is a bustling atmosphere with people roaming the streets tonight


What the hell would we do that for?
Why would we join the crowd and engage in ordinary activities?


Everybody's at the park tonight
Everyone is gathered in the park at the moment


But we got fireworks galore
Nevertheless, we have a multitude of exciting and explosive experiences


Behind closed doors behind closed doors
We keep our passionate relationship hidden from the public eye


Behind closed doors behind closed doors
Our intimate connection remains private and away from prying eyes


Everybodyโ€™s saying youโ€™re no good for me
Most people believe that you are a detrimental presence in my life


But they donโ€™t see the dirty
They remain oblivious to the scandalous activities we partake in


Stuff you do to me
The exciting and forbidden experiences we share


Tell me I should leave nearly every day
People constantly advise me to end our relationship


Iโ€™m not gonna do it, baby (no way)
However, I refuse to follow their advice and leave you (absolutely not)


Everybodyโ€™s saying youโ€™re no good for me
People consistently claim that you are a negative influence on me


But they donโ€™t see the dirty
They remain unaware of the scandalous activities we engage in


Stuff you do to me
The thrilling and provocative experiences you provide me with


You only shout a little but you give me more
Although you may not express your affection loudly, you offer me so much more privately


Behind, behind, behind behind closed doors
Our true connection and intimate encounters remain hidden from the world


Behind closed doors behind closed doors
Our relationship happens secretly, concealed from public view




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@missameric_ana

this is so criminally underrated but tbh letโ€™s keep it that way

@footodor

Agreed

@migloo1

But at the same those of us appreciate the hell out of this to never forget about this masterpiece

@Iiarr

Right

@Meow_________

Yes please

@marylisbon7

You're so real for this

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@dramskoo7242

i swear to god, her whoop! is the best thing i've ever heard in my whole life

@deedstothedeeder142

s t r a i g h t u p

@lolitaghoul

HELL YEAH

@magnusb9783

I prefer โ€œare yo crazy?โ€

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