Saturday's Rage
Rose Tattoo Lyrics


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You can't change the wild boys
You gotta let 'em run
You can't cage a tiger
Or tie an eagle down
You can't tame the wild boys
You just get out their way
You can't turn back the tide
Or tame a hurricane

Saturday night's gotta count for something
Saturday night's gotta be a rage
Saturday night's gotta count for something
Saturday night you get outta ya cage

You can't tame the wild girls
Out there getting kicks
They can't learn the old rules
That make the old world tick
You can't tame the wild girls
They're out there having fun
Can't stay off the beaches
Golden brown in the sun

Saturday night's gotta count for something
Saturday night's gotta be a rage
Saturday night's gotta count for something
Saturday night you get outta ya cage

You can't tame the street kids
They're young 'n' wild and free
You can't change what's happening
They gotta life to live
You can't change what's natural
Those feelings deep inside
You can't change the beat of their heart
That makes them come alive

Saturday night's gotta count for something
Saturday night's gotta be a rage




Saturday night's gotta count for something
Saturday night you get outta ya cage

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Rose Tattoo's "Saturday's Rage" speak to the idea of youth rebellion and the need for wildness and freedom in a society that often tries to suppress it. The song talks about the impossibility of trying to tame or control young people who are seeking adventure and new experiences. The use of animal metaphors in the lyrics, such as the tiger and the eagle, further underline the idea of wildness that cannot be contained.


The chorus "Saturday night's gotta count for something, Saturday night's gotta be a rage" is a call to action, encouraging young people to seize the moment and make the most of their lives. The song celebrates the subversive nature of youth culture and the importance of breaking free from societal norms and expectations.


Overall, "Saturday's Rage" is an anthem for youth rebellion, encouraging young people to embrace their wild nature and reject attempts to control or restrain them.


Line by Line Meaning

You can't change the wild boys
It's impossible to change young men who are wild, reckless, and out of control.


You gotta let 'em run
You must allow them to do what they want and live their lives without any restrictions.


You can't cage a tiger
It's impossible to keep a powerful and dangerous animal like a tiger in captivity for too long.


Or tie an eagle down
It's impossible to keep a majestic and strong bird like an eagle restrained for too long.


You can't tame the wild boys
It's impossible to control and discipline young men who are untamed, impulsive, and reckless.


You just get out their way
The best way to avoid getting hurt by wild boys is to stay away from their path and let them do their thing.


You can't turn back the tide
It's impossible to stop the natural forces of water from flowing in a certain direction or at a certain pace.


Or tame a hurricane
It's impossible to calm down or stop a violent and destructive storm like a hurricane.


Saturday night's gotta count for something
Saturday nights should be worth remembering and enjoying, as they are often times of freedom and fun.


Saturday night's gotta be a rage
Saturday nights should be wild, intense and full of excitement, as they are often times of rebellion and release.


Saturday night's gotta count for something
Saturday nights should not be wasted, as they provide opportunities for adventure, experimentation and self-expression.


Saturday night you get outta ya cage
On Saturday nights, one should escape from their ordinary routine and obligations, and embrace their wild and free spirit.


You can't tame the wild girls
It's impossible to restrain and mold young women who are adventurous, daring, and rebellious.


Out there getting kicks
They are out having fun and seeking thrills, regardless of what society dictates as appropriate behavior for women.


They can't learn the old rules
They refuse to conform to outdated, restrictive and oppressive norms that suppress their individuality and freedom.


That make the old world tick
They reject the traditional values, beliefs and practices that define and control the patriarchal society they live in.


They're out there having fun
They enjoy themselves to the fullest, take risks and chase after their dreams, while breaking social conventions and expectations.


Can't stay off the beaches
They are drawn to the seaside, where they bask in the sun, swim in the ocean, and embrace their sensual and carefree sides.


Golden brown in the sun
They get a tan from the sun, which represents their vitality, beauty, and youthfulness.


You can't tame the street kids
It's impossible to control and change young people who grow up in poverty, violence, and adversity on the streets.


They're young 'n' wild and free
They have to rely on their own wits, skills and instincts to survive, thrive and enjoy their lives, despite the odds against them.


You can't change what's happening
It's impossible to alter the harsh reality of life on the streets, where crime, drugs, and exploitation are rampant.


They gotta life to live
They have their own dreams, goals and ambitions, which they pursue with passion, courage, and resilience.


You can't change what's natural
It's impossible to interfere with the innate desires, needs, and impulses that drive human behavior and motivation.


Those feelings deep inside
They have strong emotions, convictions, and values that are rooted in their personal experiences, culture, and identity.


You can't change the beat of their heart
It's impossible to alter or control the rhythm and intensity of their desires, passions, and feelings.


That makes them come alive
Their intense and chaotic lives are fueled by their need for adrenaline, pleasure, and excitement, which they often seek on Saturday nights.




Writer(s): Greg Neil Jordan, Gary Stephen Anderson

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