Troels Tarp: vocal and gui… Read Full Bio ↴Mikkel Bagge Lange: vocal, keyboard and drums
Troels Tarp: vocal and guitar
Anders Wiedemann: vocal, guitar and bass
Copenhagen, Denmark
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Petra Petrified
No and the Maybes Lyrics
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i'll leave you naked on the radio
if you put your hand upon my hip
the song will split you up in stereo
if you don't, if you don't, if you don't
i'll go screaming ах ах ух ух
shine a light and you might
come and see her show tonight
there goes Petra Petrified
– in her underwear
if you put your arm around my neck
i'll keep you dancing in the window
if you put your ear inside my mouth
the song will take us to the rainbow
if you don't, if you don't, if you don't
i'll leave you screaming ух ух ах ах аххх
there goes Petra Petrified
shine a light and you might
come and see her show tonight
little Petra Petrified
there goes Petra Petrified
she will make things all right
open wide and take a bite
there she goes petrified
– in her underwear
The lyrics of Petra Petrified by No and the Maybes is a seductive invitation to a thrilling and sensual experience. The lyrics speak of the singer's willingness to expose her vulnerability if her partner is willing to meet her in the moment. The song is a metaphor for the passion and electricity that can be generated when two people come together in intimacy. The singer invites her partner to touch her lip, her hip, and her neck, promising that the song they make together will be unforgettable.
The repeated refrain of "if you don't, if you don't, if you don't, I'll go screaming ах ах ух ух" and "if you don't, if you don't, if you don't, i'll leave you screaming ух ух ах ах аххх" speaks to the urgency of the moment and the intensity of desire. The singer is willing to take risks and push the boundaries of convention to experience the pleasure that comes with giving oneself over to passion.
Overall, Petra Petrified is a provocative and sensual song that speaks to the primal urge that we all have to connect deeply with another person. It is a reminder that while we may be afraid of vulnerability, it is only through opening ourselves up to another that we truly experience the fullness of life.
Line by Line Meaning
if you put your finger to my lip
If you try to silence me, I will expose you publicly
i'll leave you naked on the radio
I will reveal your secrets and shame you on air
if you put your hand upon my hip
If you try to control me, I will rebel against you
the song will split you up in stereo
My music will expose your true intentions and reveal your flaws
if you don't, if you don't, if you don't
If you refuse to listen to me, I will react violently
i'll go screaming ах ах ух ух
I will express my anger and frustration in a loud and intense manner
there goes Petra Petrified
Here comes a strong and fearless woman named Petra
shine a light and you might
By acknowledging her talent, you might appreciate her work
come and see her show tonight
Attend her concert and witness her brilliance
– in her underwear
Despite being vulnerable, she is still confident and powerful
if you put your arm around my neck
If you try to choke me, I will make you dance instead
i'll keep you dancing in the window
You will look foolish and exposed as I make you dance publicly
if you put your ear inside my mouth
If you come too close, I will sing so passionately that you will be moved to tears
the song will take us to the rainbow
Through my music, we will experience a range of emotions and feel uplifted
i'll leave you screaming ух ух ах ах аххх
You will be overwhelmed by my intensity and the power of my art
little Petra Petrified
Despite her small size, Petra is strong and unafraid
she will make things all right
Her music has the power to heal and bring comfort
open wide and take a bite
Experience her art fully and embrace the passion she creates
Contributed by Chase A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.