Bad Boys
Mark Mancina & Nick Glennie-Smith Lyrics
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Oh, sing sweet nightingale
Sing sweet nightingale
High above me
Oh, sing sweet nightingale
Sing sweet nightingale
High above
Sing sweet nightingale, high
Oh, sing sweet nightingale
Sing sweet nightingale
Oh, sing sweet nightingale
Sing sweet
Oh, sing sweet nightingale
Sing
Oh, sing sweet nightingale
Oh, sing sweet
Oh, sing
Oh sing sweet nightingale
Sing sweet nightingale
High
above
The lyrics to Mark Mancina & Nick Glennie-Smith's song Bad Boys are actually only present in the chorus, and they consist mainly of the phrase "Oh, sing sweet nightingale" repeated multiple times, with slight variations. It is unclear what the intention behind these lyrics is or what they symbolize, as they are quite abstract and open to interpretation.
However, the phrase "sing sweet nightingale" could reference the voice of a nightingale, known for its sweet and melodious singing, as well as its common association with romantic themes. This could suggest a desire for the singer to achieve that level of beauty and grace in their own vocal performance. Additionally, the reference to a "pear-shaped toe" in the opening line is a curious and somewhat nonsensical image, though it could be interpreted as a sign of individuality or perhaps a confession of physical imperfection.
Overall, the lyrics to Bad Boys are sparse and structurally simple, leaving a lot of room for the instrumental aspect of the song to take center stage. It is through the combination of the music and the repetition of these linguistic fragments that the song creates its memorable and upbeat energy.
Line by Line Meaning
The pear-shaped toe
Referring to a specific feature on someone (likely a suspect), potentially used for identification purposes
Oh, sing sweet nightingale
Expressing frustration or exasperation with the current situation
Sing sweet nightingale
Repeating the previous sentiment for emphasis
High above me
Imagining the perpetrator's freedom, possibly feeling powerless or overwhelmed
Oh, sing sweet nightingale
Repeating the previous sentiment for emphasis
Sing sweet nightingale
Repeating the previous sentiment for emphasis
High above
Continuing to imagine the perpetrator's freedom and distance
Oh, sing sweet nightingale
Repeating the previous sentiment for emphasis
Sing sweet nightingale, high
Expressing longing or desperation for resolution and justice
Oh, sing sweet nightingale
Repeating the previous sentiment for emphasis
Sing sweet nightingale
Repeating the previous sentiment for emphasis
Oh, sing sweet nightingale
Repeating the previous sentiment for emphasis
Sing sweet
Shortening the phrase for convenience, but retaining the desire for resolution
Oh, sing sweet nightingale
Repeating the previous sentiment for emphasis
Sing
Expressing hopefulness or determination to continue the search or investigation
Oh, sing sweet nightingale
Repeating the previous sentiment for emphasis
Oh, sing sweet
Refocusing the sentiment specifically on the desire for justice or resolution
Oh, sing
Further emphasizing the hopefulness or determination in the search or investigation
Oh sing sweet nightingale
Repeating the previous sentiment for emphasis
Sing sweet nightingale
Repeating the previous sentiment for emphasis
High
Reiterating a desire for distance or space from the situation
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: AL HOFFMAN, JERRY LIVINGSTON, PAUL SMITH, MACK DAVID
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@mikelowry6286
Thanks bro ironically i just watched this movie lol
@RosCharron
Very Cool!
@votemonty1815
Will we have a chance to have some extensions from the new Napoleon soundtrack by Martin Phipps? 🇫🇷
@patrickbennett1835
Good idea