I Like Plastic
Marsha Raven Lyrics


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Yeah, everybody loves my baby
But my baby don't love nobody but me, nobody but me
Oh, everybody wants my baby
But my baby don't want nobody but me; that's plain to see

Yes, she got a foam like Venus
Honest, I ain't talking Greek
No one can come between us
She's my Sheba, I am her Sheik





Yes, everybody loves my baby
But my baby love nobody but me, yeah, nobody but me

Overall Meaning

In Marsha Raven's song, "I Like Plastic," the lyrics express the singer's possessiveness over her partner, declaring that her partner only loves her and that no one can come between them. The singer boasts that "everybody loves my baby" but emphasizes that her partner only loves her and no one else. The repetition of the phrase "nobody but me" highlights her feelings of control and ownership over her partner, and the use of the word "baby" throughout the lyrics adds to this possessive tone.


The next verse continues with the singer describing her partner's physical appearance, stating that she has a "foam like Venus." This metaphorical language alludes to the goddess Aphrodite (who was famously born from the foam of the sea), suggesting that the singer views her partner as a divine figure. The repetition of the phrase "she's my Sheba, I am her Sheik" further emphasizes this dynamic, as the singer casts herself as a powerful and dominant figure in their relationship.


Overall, the lyrics of "I Like Plastic" reveal the singer's possessive and controlling attitudes towards her partner, with language that suggests a level of dehumanization and objectification. The repeated use of "baby" rather than the partner's name, as well as the emphasis on physical appearance and ownership, creates a disturbing atmosphere that raises questions about the nature of healthy relationships.


Line by Line Meaning

Yeah, everybody loves my baby
My baby is loved by everyone around, and it's something that's noticeable.


But my baby don't love nobody but me, nobody but me
Despite being loved by everyone, my baby's affection is only reserved for me and no one else.


Oh, everybody wants my baby
People are drawn towards my baby and want to be with them.


But my baby don't want nobody but me; that's plain to see
Despite everyone else's desires, my baby's only desire is to be with me, and it's evident to anyone who sees.


Yes, she got a foam like Venus
My baby's physical appearance is unmatched, similar to the goddess Venus.


Honest, I ain't talking Greek
I'm not lying or exaggerating - my baby's beauty is real and evident to anyone.


No one can come between us
No external force, person, or thing can come between me and my baby's relationship, as it's strong, stable, and unbreakable.


She's my Sheba, I am her Sheik
My baby and I have a royal, powerful, and loving relationship - I am her ruler, and she is my queen.


Yes, everybody loves my baby
Reiteration that everyone is drawn towards my baby for various reasons and loves them.


But my baby love nobody but me, yeah, nobody but me
Despite everyone's love, my baby's only true love is me, and no one else can compare or replace me in her heart.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: SPENCER WILLIAMS, JACK PALMER

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Comments from YouTube:

@pintoenginge

Great song, takes me back to Coasters in Brighton, I love the 80's

@retrofull1047

Ultra rare power energy and sweet rithm at dance!! Good thank. From Argentina

@Alicegrace123

I was sooo young and loved this, listening on my record player with my friend, now not so pretty and on lockdown.

@klj2562

Early 80's Benjy's East London Sunday night
She performed there
Fond memories

@brightonbeautiful

Every copy of this seems to have a jump or skip. Even on the compilation album 12 inches of pleasure. Brings back find memories of Bolts Harringay, Bangs,, Pink coconut in Brighton, Heaven, Stallions et al

@CrunchyfromBMC

fabulous song :D

@looselywired

The first Club I walked into was playing this as I entered :-)

@beaglybeagle

Thank you for posting!! Very much! You are right it is hard to find the full length version.

@andrewrichmond5720

Oh, blimey - Euston Tavern, Bangs, Copa's - absolutely fantastic times xxxx

@antoniodane1

They just don't make music like this anymore, so glad I bought this album back in the day.

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