Noisettes are a rock trio from London, England, formed in 2003 when Shingai… Read Full Bio ↴Noisettes are a rock trio from London, England, formed in 2003 when Shingai Shoniwa and Dan Smith (formerly of the band Sonarfly) began writing and playing more intensely than before. They met drummer Jamie Morrison in December 2003, and went straight into the studio to record their noisy and abrasive four-track debut, Three Moods of the Noisettes, which was released on Side Salad Records.

Eventually signing to Universal, their first seven singles are: IWE, Scratch Your Name, Don't Give Up, Sister Rosetta (Capture the Spirit), The Count of Monte Christo, Wild Young Hearts and their crossover chart smash Don't Upset The Rhythm (Go Baby Go).

Their debut album What's The Time Mr Wolf? was released in 2007. Their second album, "Wild Young Hearts" was released on the 20th April 2009.

In 2009, "Don't Upset The Rhythm" appeared in a car advert for the Mazda 2. This aided their popularity, as often seen with songs featuring in adverts. The song can now be found everywhere including the second disc of Now! 72.

The Winner Songfacts reports that Winner, the first single from their third album.will be released in the UK on July 9, 2012.

Cheap Kicks
Noisettes Lyrics

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Put me in the cab it's raining outside
Had it up to here this is the last time
You kissed me on my throat in broad daylight
And we were like two kittens in a play fight

It didn't last a week I could have told you so
You were too much for me and I didn't let you know
So now you loathe me gone to the dark side

And I'm in somebody's arms to get you off my mind

Cheap kicks are alright, yeah
If you don't know what's good for you tonight
Cheap kicks are alright
If you don't know what's good

A million hearts are broken every hour
It'll be OK, don't let the milk turn sour
Now there'll be no more going through the motions
And there'll be no more drowning in sweet potions

It didn't last a week I could have told you so
You were too much for me and I didn't let things grow
So now you loathe me you've gone to the dark side
And I'm in somebody's arms to get you off my mind

Cheap kicks are alright
If you don't know what's good for you tonight
Cheap kicks are alright
If you don't know what's good
Cheap kicks are alright
'Cause you don't know what's good for you sometimes
Cheap kicks are alright
If you don't know what's good

Cheap kicks are alright
Cheap kicks are alright
Cheap kicks are alright
If you don't know what's good f

Cheap kicks are alright
If you don't know what's good for you sometimes
Cheap thrills are alright
If you don't know what's good

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No
No
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Cheap kicks are alright
Cheap kicks are alright
Cheap kicks are alright
Cheap kicks are alright

Cheap kicks are alright
Cheap kicks are alright

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Noisettes' song "Cheap Kicks" tell a story of a failed relationship. The song is about a couple who are incompatible, but they are nevertheless drawn to each other out of desperation. The first verse sets the scene of the end of their relationship, with the singer calling a cab as it's raining outside. They've had enough of the relationship and they know it's the last time they'll see each other. The couple's physical attraction is highlighted in the lyric "You kissed me on my throat in broad daylight, and we were like two kittens in a play fight." However, it's clear that the relationship was doomed from the start, as "It didn't last a week" and the singer "could have told you so."

The chorus emphasizes the idea that sometimes "cheap kicks," or temporary thrills, are all right if you don't know what's good for you. This speaks to the idea that sometimes we're drawn to certain people or behaviors even if they're not good for us. The bridge reassures the listener that although heartbreak is painful, it's normal and we'll eventually be okay. The final repetition of the chorus brings the song full circle, with the phrase "Cheap kicks are alright" serving as a sort of mantra for the singer as they move on from the failed relationship.

Overall, "Cheap Kicks" is a song that explores the complexities of attraction and heartbreak. It acknowledges that sometimes we make bad choices but assures us that we'll be okay in the end. The catchy chorus and infectious beat make the song a relatable and enjoyable addition to Noisettes' discography.

Line by Line Meaning

Put me in the cab it's raining outside
I am leaving and taking a cab because it is raining outside.

Had it up to here this is the last time
I am fed up with this situation and this will be the last time it happens.

You kissed me on my throat in broad daylight
You kissed me on my neck in broad daylight, which is a public display of affection.

And we were like two kittens in a play fight
We were like playful kittens, having a fun time together.

It didn't last a week I could have told you so
I knew our relationship would not last longer than a week.

You were too much for me and I didn't let you know
You were too intense for me, but I didn't communicate this to you.

So now you loathe me gone to the dark side
You hate me now and moved on to something darker.

And I'm in somebody's arms to get you off my mind
I am with someone new to try and forget about you.

Cheap kicks are alright, yeah
Temporary pleasures are okay for now.

If you don't know what's good for you tonight
If you don't know what's best for you tonight, then cheap kicks are okay for now.

A million hearts are broken every hour
Heartbreak happens a lot, all the time.

It'll be OK, don't let the milk turn sour
It'll be okay, don't let things get worse.

Now there'll be no more going through the motions
Now there won't be any more pretending or faking things.

And there'll be no more drowning in sweet potions
And there won't be any more being drunk or high to escape reality.