Calypso
Spiderbait Lyrics


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Sunshine on my window
Makes me happy
Like I should be

Outside
All around me
Really sleazy
Then it hits me

Don't tell me
You can't see
What it means to me
Me me

Meanwhile
In the moonlight
Purple people
Unforseeable

Lonely
As they may be
They'll be peachy
Then it hits me

Don't tell me
You can't see
What it means to me
Me me me

Sunshine
On my window
Makes me happy
Like I should be

Outside
All around me
Really sleazy
Then it hits me

Don't tell me
You can't see
What it means to me
Me me

Don't tell me
You can't see




What it means to me
Me me me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Spiderbait's song, Calypso, are deceptively simple, but they still convey a deep message. The song opens with the line "Sunshine on my window, makes me happy, like I should be." The mention of sunshine alludes to the warmth and light that it provides, which can make a person feel content and fulfilled. The second verse of the song talks about being outside and surrounded by sleazy people before concluding with the line "Then it hits me."


The chorus of the song is where the meaning really shines through. The singer demands that the listener not tell them that they can't see what the sunshine and moonlight mean to them. The mention of loneliness and purple people in the moonlight conjures up a sense of longing and melancholy. Despite this, the song's final words are uplifting, reminding the listener that sunshine can make them happy, at least for a little while.


Line by Line Meaning

Sunshine on my window
The bright sun shining through the window brings about happiness.


Makes me happy
The sunshine provides joy and happiness.


Like I should be
The happiness is expected and deserved.


Outside
Moving away from indoors.


All around me
Everything in the surroundings.


Really sleazy
The environment is unpleasant and disreputable.


Then it hits me
Suddenly coming to the realization of something.


Don't tell me
An objection or rebuttal statement.


You can't see
Not understanding the artist's perspective.


What it means to me
The value and significance of the things around the artist.


Me me
The singer's individuality or personal satisfaction.


Meanwhile
At the same time, something else is happening.


In the moonlight
The illumination of light by the moon.


Purple people
The unknown individuals are viewed as being different or eccentric.


Unforseeable
The outcome or consequences cannot be predicted.


Lonely
Feeling deserted or unaccompanied.


As they may be
Although it may appear so.


They'll be peachy
They will be alright or satisfactory.


Sunshine
The bright sun.


On my window
The sun shining through the artist's window.


Don't tell me
An objection or rebuttal statement.


You can't see
Not understanding the artist's perspective.


What it means to me
The value and significance of the things around the singer.


Me me
The artist's individuality or personal satisfaction.


Don't tell me
An objection or rebuttal statement.


You can't see
Not understanding the singer's perspective.


What it means to me
The value and significance of the things around the singer.


Me me me
The artist's individuality or personal satisfaction, intensified.




Lyrics © DistroKid, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MARK MAHER, JANET ENGLISH, DAMIAN WHITTY

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Comments from YouTube:

Bob Motster

That transition though. Hits you like a lorry.

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As someone who’s been hit by a lorry, I can confirm that the analogy is true.

ΠJelly-fash

I seriously love the hell out of this song

DTGameReviews

Awesome song as always!! 😁

Calebe Priester

When the guitar player turns on the distortion and starts playing the power chords I can't help myself but start shaking like a madman! lol It's called power chords for a reason! They are indeed powerful! Man, this song is so awesome!

Sami

this is my favorite song and will forever be

Sulia Barbee

I have been looking for this song for years ever since I heard it on “10 things I hate about you” 🥹🥹🥹😭😭

Devil In Black

same lol

Glorious Emperor of ROME

Just use shazam and 10 second you have the song

Sulia Barbee

@Glorious Emperor of ROME that’s exactly what I did😭

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