Tramp
Rose Tattoo Lyrics


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Oh babe is such a tramp
Screamer creamer, a trick in the camp
You're sittin' on the fella's faces
Helpin' them live their wildest dreams

The seam in your jeans has disappeared
And I know where it's gone
Screamin' and dyin' deep inside
I know it's gone their alone

I know when you're wearin' a dress
You're not wearin' nothin' else
Except that cheeky smile on your face
Momma you got a certain sluttish grace

You're such a whore but your honesty glows
Like a badge you have won
You worn the boards right into the floor
You've only just begun

You're just a rag but you're not a bag
Indeed what makes me cry
Three hours later I'm a gammy leg, you're still waitin'
My balls are dry

The seam in your jeans has disappeared
And I know where it's gone
Screamin' and dyin' deep inside
I know it's gone their alone

Yes I know, yes I know, yes I know
I know it's gone their alone
Yes I know, yes I know, yes I know
I know it's gone their alone

Momma I'm a down
You got me down
Down on my knees and I'm screamin' and dyin'
Down on my knees you got me screamin' and cryin'

Oh babe, oh babe




It ain't easy to take it mama
It ain't easy to take it mama

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Rose Tattoo’s “Tramp” paint a vivid image of a woman who is promiscuous and unapologetic about it. The song is narrated by someone who is clearly infatuated with this woman, despite the negative connotations that come with her reputation. The opening lines describe her as a “tramp” and a “screamer creamer” who is comfortable using her sexuality to get what she wants. She is not afraid to live out her wildest dreams, even if it means sitting on someone's face.


The singer goes on to describe the seam in her jeans disappearing, which could imply that she is having sex so often that her clothing is becoming worn. He notes that she has a “cheeky smile” on her face and a “certain sluttish grace,” implying that she is proud of her reputation and is not ashamed of her behavior. The song goes on to describe her as a “whore,” but states that her honesty shines like a badge, suggesting that despite her flaws, she is still admirable in her own way.


Overall, “Tramp” is a song about a woman who is not afraid to be sexually liberated, despite the judgement of others. It celebrates her confidence and bravery in a world that can be harsh towards women who own their sexuality. The song’s raw and unapologetic tone perfectly captures the rebellious spirit of rock and roll.


Line by Line Meaning

Oh babe is such a tramp
You are a promiscuous woman


Screamer creamer, a trick in the camp
You are loud and proud of your sexual exploits; men are willing to pay for it


You're sittin' on the fella's faces
You engage in sexual activities with these men, giving them pleasure


Helpin' them live their wildest dreams
You provide a sexual outlet for men's deepest desires and fantasies


The seam in your jeans has disappeared
You have worn your jeans out from excessive dancing or sex


And I know where it's gone
You have left a part of yourself behind with those activities


Screamin' and dyin' deep inside
You feel empty and degraded by your lifestyle


I know it's gone their alone
You have lost a part of yourself to men who don't care about you


I know when you're wearin' a dress
You dress provocatively to attract attention


You're not wearin' nothin' else
You don't need to wear anything else to get attention


Except that cheeky smile on your face
Your flirtatious smile adds to your sexual allure


Momma you got a certain sluttish grace
You have a confident demeanor despite your promiscuous ways


You're such a whore but your honesty glows
You are truthful about your reputation despite its negative connotation


Like a badge you have won
You wear your promiscuity as a symbol of your independence


You worn the boards right into the floor
You have worked hard and performed for many men


You've only just begun
Your career as a prostitute has just started


You're just a rag but you're not a bag
You are a used and abused woman, but you are still valuable


Indeed what makes me cry
It is painful to see you degraded and mistreated


Three hours later I'm a gammy leg, you're still waitin'
You have more stamina and endurance than your customers


My balls are dry
You have exhausted your male partner


Momma I'm a down
You have reduced me to a low point


You got me down
Your lifestyle has affected my emotional state


Down on my knees and I'm screamin' and dyin'
I am emotionally broken from being with you


It ain't easy to take it mama
It is difficult to accept the reality of your promiscuity


It ain't easy to take it mama
It is difficult to accept the reality of your promiscuity




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: GARY STEPHEN ANDERSON, MICHAEL THOMAS COCKS, GORDON LEACH, DALLAS LESLIE ROYALL, PETER WILLIAM WELLS

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