Sex
Mötley Crüe Lyrics


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(It's all about the sex)

Never really had a reason
Never really cared
We're the dogs and the heathans, yeah

Never tell you what you're thinking
Let me tell you why you're here
This is not a new religion

Everybody wants some, what the hell
Everybody needs some, everybody yell

Oh (oh) , no (no)
Don't need no lovin', no respect
'cause it's all about the sex (sex!)
'cause it's all about the

Oh (oh) yeah (yeah)
What gets me off is a little neglect
'cause it's all about the sex (sex!)
It's all about the

Well she don't need her treatment
Or a scientific cure
I'm the one that you resist

You can call it what you want to
It doesnt matter anyway
With the worst of intentions
Oh no, yeah

Everybody wants some, what the hell
Everybody needs some, everybody yell

Oh (oh) , no (no)
Don't need no lovin', no respect
'cause it's all about the sex (sex!)
'cause it's all about the

Oh (oh) yeah (yeah)
What gets me off is a little neglect
'cause it's all about the sex (sex!)
It's all about the

Whoa whoa
It's all about the
Whoa whoa
Yeah it's all about the
Whoa whoa

Oh (oh) , no (no)
Don't need no lovin', no respect
'cause it's all about the sex (sex!)
'cause it's all about the

Oh (oh) yeah
What gets me off is a little neglect
'cause it's all about the sex (sex!)
It's all about the

Whoa whoa
It's all about the




Whoa whoa
Yeah it's all about the sex

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Mötley Crüe's "Sex" are straight-forward and explicit. The song is a celebration of indulgence and pleasure, with the band proclaiming that "it's all about the sex". The opening lines of the song set the tone, with the lead singer stating that he has "never really had a reason" and "never really cared". The lyrics suggest a hedonistic lifestyle with no consideration for the consequences. The band seems to revel in their rebellious and wild ways, with lines like "We're the dogs and the heathens".


The chorus of the song is a call to action, with the band urging the listener to join in on the fun: "Everybody wants some, what the hell, Everybody needs some, everybody yell". The lyrics are repetitive and catchy, making it a perfect song for a rowdy party or a night out.


Overall, the song is an unapologetic celebration of pleasure and lust. While it may not be the most profound song ever written, it is a perfect example of Mötley Crüe's brand of raunchy, over-the-top rock.


Line by Line Meaning

Never really had a reason
I have never had a real reason for anything in my life.


Never really cared
I have never really cared about anything in my life.


We're the dogs and the heathens, yeah
I see myself as a part of the lower class of people, the dogs and the heathens.


Never tell you what you're thinking
I will not ask you what you are thinking, but instead I will tell you what I think you are thinking.


Let me tell you why you're here
I believe I know the reason why you are here and I will tell you what it is.


This is not a new religion
What I am about to tell you is not a new religion, but a way of life.


Everybody wants some, what the hell
Everyone wants something, for what reason I do not know.


Everybody needs some, everybody yell
Everyone needs something, so they yell for it.


Oh (oh) , no (no)
An expression of disapproval and refusal.


Don't need no lovin', no respect
I do not require love or respect.


'cause it's all about the sex (sex!)
My life is all about sex and nothing else matters.


Oh (oh) yeah (yeah)
An expression of agreement and acknowledgement.


What gets me off is a little neglect
I am aroused by being ignored or neglected.


'cause it's all about the sex (sex!)
My life is all about sex and nothing else matters.


Well she don't need her treatment
She does not need therapy or medical treatment.


Or a scientific cure
There is no scientific cure for what she needs.


I'm the one that you resist
I am the one you try to resist, but eventually you will give in.


You can call it what you want to
You can label this as whatever you choose to.


It doesnt matter anyway
In the end it does not matter what you call it.


With the worst of intentions
I do not have good intentions, my intentions are bad.


Whoa whoa
An expression of excitement or awe.


Yeah it's all about the
Yes, it is all about the sex.




Lyrics © IMAGEM U.S. LLC , Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: LEVI JR. SEACER, PRINCE ROGERS NELSON

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@craig3642

I stopped caring for metal music because the lyricism never seemed to change. Just talking about the same depressive stuff, over and over again. It seemed to be about who played harder and louder than who could explore their creativity deeper.
Rap, real rap, gave me exactly what I was missing in metal music.
I will compare the first verse from El-P's Tasmanian Pain Coaster with the first verse of this song:

Bumped into this kid I knew, he often would walk strange

So I ignored the blood on his laces so this cat could save face

The dunks and the gaze stayed in an off gray haze

And the lump in his pocket talked to the ox that he clutched safeSo I saluted him there, waiting for the A

Trapped on the empty platform without the option to escape

Gave him the standard, yo, what up man, how you landin'?

And the hypnotized response was no surprise, I maintainYeah, we all do, that's the standardized refrain but on some

Really real man, good to see you, really, what the dealy deal?

Oops, fuck, screwed the pooch, asked too much, knew the truth

On the train now, a caboose in his brain now, no recluse80 blocks to uptown spot, destination vocal booth

Metro-card like, you get what you pay for stupid, no excuse

He pulled his hoody off his cabbage rugged practical

And began to fancy the words I mistakenly jostled looseThe stogie he brazenly lit where he sit looked legit

But when the flame touched to the tip I could smell it's of another nit

He leaned his head back and inhaled the newpie dip and said

"The whole design got my mind cryin' if I'm lyin' I'm dyin', shit"
Now: Kickstart my Heart

When I get high I get high on speed
Top fuel funny car's A drug for me
My heart, my heart
Kick start my heart
Always got the cops Coming after me
Custom built bike doing 103
My heart, my heart
Kick start my heart.

I'm not going to shit on your tastes, but there is a difference between the lyrical content put forth by these artists. To act as if people simply listen to rap music because they are stupid is folly in my opinion. You can, however, shit on Lil Wayne, Drake, Future, Tyga, Jay Z, Kanye, Rick Ross, etc. They, unfortunately, are the most well known rappers, and coincidentally the worst as well.



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if you are listening to this in 2021 you have a great taste in music
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@wademyers1576

I'm 53 yrs old, I WAS a teenager in the 80s and I apologize to all of you who weren't because it was AWESOME!! Wish you were there it was a BLAST!!

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@kathrinat9824

So jealous :( 18 now

@JETJOOBOY

45 from UK.. I went to see them on this tour and felt like I MISSED them at their best... very big arena.. just like watching toys on a stage to the actual record.... oh well...
They still buzz me up when I listen to recordings and old records and their NEW stuff... IS AWESOME!

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