Sweet Transvestite
Rocky Horror Picture Show [sdtrk] Lyrics


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How d'you do, I see you've met my faithful handyman
He's just a little brought down because when you knocked
He thought you were the candyman.
Don't get strung out by the way that I look,
Don't judge a book by its cover
I'm not much of a man by the light of day,
But by night I'm one hell of a lover
I'm just a Sweet Transvestite from Transexual, Transylvania.

So let me show you around, maybe play you a sound
You look like you're both pretty groovy
Or if you want something visual that's not too abysmal
We could take in an old Steve Reeves movie.

I'm glad we caught you at home, could we use your phone?
We're both in a bit of a hurry.
We'll just say where we are, then go back to the car
We don't want to be any worry.

So you got caught with a flat, well, how about that?
Well babies, don't you panic.
By the light of the night when it all seems alright
I'll get you a satanic mechanic.

I'm just a Sweet Transvestite from Transexual, Transylvania.

So why don't you stay for the night? Or maybe a bite?
I could show you my favourite obsession.
I've been making a man with blond hair and a tan
And he's good for relieving my tension

I'm just a Sweet Transvestite from Transexual, Transylvania.

So come up to the lab. And see what's on the slab.
I see you shiver with antici... pation!




But maybe the rain isn't really to blame
So I'll remove the cause, but not the symptom.

Overall Meaning

The song "Sweet Transvestite" from the Rocky Horror Picture Show soundtrack is a lively and flamboyant song performed by Frank N. Furter, the sweet transvestite himself. The lyrics begin with Frank introducing his handyman, who thought the guests were the candyman. Frank then warns the guests, not to judge him by his looks as he is a different man, a hell of a lover when the night falls. He then declares himself as a sweet transvestite from Transsexual, Transylvania.


Frank continues to offer a tour and suggests a Steve Reeves movie to the guests, all while asking to use their phone. Noticing their flat tire, Frank offers to help by getting them a satanic mechanic. He then invites them to stay or take a bite with him as he shows his obsession of creating a man with blond hair and a tan.


Frank invites the guests to follow him to his lab to see what's on the slab. As the song ends, Frank makes suggestive remarks using the word anticipation. Overall, the lyrics depict Frank N. Furter as an openly sexual, confident, and outrageous character.


Line by Line Meaning

How d'you do, I see you've met my faithful handyman
Greetings! I see you have met my loyal assistant.


He's just a little brought down because when you knocked
He thought you were the candyman.

He was disappointed when you knocked because he thought you were our supplier.


Don't get strung out by the way that I look,
Don't judge a book by its cover
I'm not much of a man by the light of day,
But by night I'm one hell of a lover

Don't be upset by my appearance, looks can be deceiving.
Don't be too critical based on first impressions.
During the day, I may not seem like much, but at night, I can passionately overcome.


I'm just a Sweet Transvestite from Transexual, Transylvania.
I am a kind and playful crossdresser from the faraway land of Transylvania.


So let me show you around, maybe play you a sound
You look like you're both pretty groovy
Or if you want something visual that's not too abysmal
We could take in an old Steve Reeves movie.

Let me show you some fun, maybe share some tunes with you.
Both of you seem cool to me
We can watch an adventure movie of Steve Reeves that is not too horrendous visually.


I'm glad we caught you at home, could we use your phone?
We're both in a bit of a hurry.
We'll just say where we are, then go back to the car
We don't want to be any worry.

I'm delighted we found you at home, may we make a call?
We're both in a bit of a rush.
We'll simply tell where we are and get back to our car.
We don't want to be any problem.


So you got caught with a flat, well, how about that?
Well babies, don't you panic.
By the light of the night when it all seems alright
I'll get you a satanic mechanic.

You had a flat tire, isn’t that something?
Don't worry too much, experimenters.
When the darkness sets in and everything seems fine.
I'll bring you a skilled mechanic who has a dark side.


So why don't you stay for the night? Or maybe a bite?
I could show you my favorite obsession.
I've been making a man with blond hair and a tan
And he's good for relieving my tension

Why don't you spend the night, or perhaps have a snack?
I could show you my favorite hobby.
I have been creating a blond-haired and tanned man.
And he is perfect for easing my stress.


I'm just a Sweet Transvestite from Transexual, Transylvania.
As I mentioned earlier, I'm a fun-loving transvestite from Transylvania.


So come up to the lab. And see what's on the slab.
I see you shiver with antici...pation!
But maybe the rain isn't really to blame
So I'll remove the cause, but not the symptom.

So come up to my laboratory and check out the experiment on the table.
I see you trembling with excitement.
The rain might not be responsible.
So I'll remove the source of the issue but not its result.




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@SuperRaedizzle

Someone: so what’s your type?
Me: ugh... it’s complicated

@savannahrussell718

Me when Tim Curry reveals what’s under his cloak 🥴🥴🥴

@AbbeyRainyday

For real haha

@craftchild_9151

Tim Curry in drag? Omfg ..... kinda same. 😂💕 id never seen the movie, omg it’s kind of wonderful.

@heboogeymansorchesra8455

My type. Tim curry

@nissa7560

Oh my, didn't expect to see you here!

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@AkuraKyan19

Some appreciation for Brad out here who was polite, didn't wanna interrupt their party and didn't judge their way of partying. 😂 What a legend.

@alexandradawn1154

Nice point! 😊

@LetsAMP

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@PreachermanDamned

Forget Chad… I’m looking for a BRAD!

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