Tutti Frutti
New Order;Elly Jackson Lyrics

Tutti frutti
This phrase is repeated throughout the song and can be interpreted as a non-specific exclamation of excitement or enjoyment.

Amore mio
This Italian phrase means 'my love', suggesting that the song is about a romantic relationship.

Tutti frutti
See above.

No
This Italian word means 'no', which could be interpreted as the artist rejecting something, such as a suggestion or an idea.

Non è ancora il momento di entrare
This Italian phrase means 'it is not yet time to enter', suggesting that the artist is waiting for the right moment to take action.

Non è ancora il momento di
See above.

Life is so crazy these days
This line suggests that the world is hectic and uncertain, and the singer is struggling to adapt to the changes they see around them.

I don't know how to adjust
The artist is admitting that they are struggling to cope with the pace of change in the world around them, and they are uncertain how to adapt.

Are we the master or slave?
This line suggests that the artist is feeling a lack of control over their life, and is questioning the power dynamics between individuals and society.

Do we need passion or lust?
The artist is questioning what is truly important in life, and whether it is more important to pursue one's passions or simply indulge in physical desires.

Are we just caught in the days
The singer is questioning whether they are simply a passive observer of the world around them, or whether they are an active participant in shaping it.

So many words in a phrase
The artist feels overwhelmed by the amount of information and stimuli in the world today, and is struggling to make sense of it all.

You've got me where it hurts
This is a phrase often used to describe being emotionally vulnerable around someone, suggesting that the singer is in love with the person they are addressing.

But I don't really care
Despite being emotionally vulnerable, the singer is willing to take risks for the sake of love, and is not overly concerned about the potential consequences.

'Cause I know I'm OK
The singer is confident in their ability to handle whatever comes their way, as long as they have the love and support of the person they are addressing.

Whenever you are there
The artist is acknowledging that the presence of the person they are addressing is a comfort to them, and helps them feel safe and secure.

You take me to a place
The person being addressed has the power to transport the artist to a different state of mind, and help them forget their troubles.

I always wanna go
The singer always wants to be with the person they are addressing, because they make them feel happy and fulfilled.

You always make me high
The person being addressed has a powerful effect on the singer, making them feel euphoric and intoxicated with love.

Whenever I feel low
This phrase suggests that the artist often experiences moments of sadness or depression, but has found that the presence of the person they are addressing is a powerful cure for these negative feelings.

I'm paper in your hand
The artist is admitting that they are powerless without the person they are addressing, and that their happiness and well-being is entirely dependent on that individual.

I'm under your command
This phrase reinforces the idea that the artist is completely subservient to the person they are addressing, and has no will of their own.

And I'll never let you go
The singer is declaring their love and devotion to the person they are addressing, and stating that they will always be by their side, no matter what.

'Cause you're that girl
This phrase is likely directed at a specific individual, and suggests that the artist is deeply in love with that person.

I had a beautiful dream
The singer had a dream, but it is unclear what the nature of that dream was, beyond being 'beautiful' and 'serene'.

For a picture so serene
This phrase suggests that the singer was envisioning a particular scene in their dream, one that was peaceful and calm.

But I don't know what it means love
The singer is admitting that they are unsure what their dream symbolized, or what it might reveal about their subconscious thoughts and feelings.

I just want your love
Despite the uncertainty and confusion surrounding their dream, the artist is clear about one thing: they want the love and affection of the person they are addressing.

Generation's lost in space
This line suggests that the younger generation is feeling lost and disconnected from the world around them, struggling to find meaning and purpose in their lives.

Trying to find the human race
The singer is metaphorically stating that they are searching for a sense of community and belonging, which they feel is lacking in the modern world.

We're living in a state of grace
Despite the confusion and chaos of the world around them, the singer feels that there is still a sense of beauty and wonder in the universe, and they are grateful to be alive to experience it.

Where every scholar means a dollar
This line suggests that the pursuit of knowledge and intellectual achievement has been commodified, and is now valued only in terms of its economic potential.

And sometimes I just can't go on
The artist is admitting to feeling overwhelmed and depressed at times, and struggling to find the strength and motivation to keep moving forward.

I feel like I'm a setting sun
The artist is using the image of the sun setting as a metaphor for their feelings of sadness and despair, and the sense that their life is coming to an end.

I know my eyes are burning bright
This line suggests that the singer is passionate and intense, and has a strong desire to achieve their goals and make a difference in the world.

I just need you to make it right
Despite their intensity and drive, the artist recognizes that they cannot do everything alone, and they need the help and support of the person they are addressing to succeed and find happiness.