Rude Girl
The Busters Lyrics


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i met her on a party on a summernight
i couldn't believe my eyes she looked so nice
but all she did was playing hard to get
dancing to the rhythm she drove me mad

i tried so hard but all in vain
she looked so fine
i knew I should make her mine

rude girl – so what's your game
rude girl – i didn't know your name
rude girl – it could have been my chance
rude girl – but all i could do was dance

a pair of black loafers on her feet
with her dark hair cut so neat
she knew all the songs and danced around
the most beautiful girl to be found

i tried so hard but all in vain
she looked so fine
i knew I should make her mine

rude girl – so what's your game
rude girl – i didn't know your name
rude girl – it could have been my chance
rude girl – but all i could do was dance

i couldn't stand it any longer
so i made up my mind – took me another pint
i'll always remember how she smiled at me
and how we then kissed finally

i tried so hard but not in vain
she looked so nice
i knew now that she is my

rude girl – so what is your game
rude girl – i didn't know your name




rude girl – it could have been my chance
rude girl – but all i could do was dance

Overall Meaning

The Busters's song "Rude Girl" tells the story of a man who meets a woman at a party on a summernight. He finds her charming and attractive, but she is playing hard to get. The man tries everything he can to win her over, but she remains uninterested. Despite this, he can't help but be drawn to her and continues to dance with her. The woman is described as wearing black loafers on her feet and having dark hair cut neatly. She is the most beautiful girl to be found, and the man is determined to make her his.


Despite his efforts, the man eventually gives up and resigns himself to simply dancing with the woman. However, after several more drinks, he finally musters up the courage to make a move. The woman finally smiles at him and they share a kiss, sealing the deal. The song expresses the frustration, determination, and eventual satisfaction of the singer as he pursues the woman he desires.


Overall, "Rude Girl" is a catchy, upbeat song that perfectly captures the fun and energy of ska music. The lyrics are relatable and tell a universal story of the pursuit of love and the thrill of finally winning someone over.


Line by Line Meaning

i met her on a party on a summernight
I encountered her at a party on a warm summer evening


i couldn't believe my eyes she looked so nice
I was stunned by her beauty and couldn't believe what I was seeing


but all she did was playing hard to get
However, she was only pretending to be uninterested


dancing to the rhythm she drove me mad
She was dancing so well that I was completely captivated


i tried so hard but all in vain
Despite my best efforts, I was unsuccessful


she looked so fine
She was incredibly attractive


i knew I should make her mine
I was determined to pursue her


rude girl – so what's your game
Hey, what's your plan or strategy, mysterious girl?


rude girl – i didn't know your name
Excuse me, I don't know your name


rude girl – it could have been my chance
This could have been my opportunity


rude girl – but all i could do was dance
But all I could do was dance instead of making a move


a pair of black loafers on her feet
She was wearing black loafers on her feet


with her dark hair cut so neat
Her dark hair was cut in a tidy and stylish manner


she knew all the songs and danced around
She was familiar with all the songs and danced energetically


the most beautiful girl to be found
She was the most gorgeous girl in the room


i couldn't stand it any longer
I couldn't bear the tension any longer


so i made up my mind – took me another pint
So I finally decided to take another drink and gather my courage


i'll always remember how she smiled at me
I will never forget the way she smiled at me


and how we then kissed finally
And I will always remember our first kiss


i tried so hard but not in vain
My efforts were successful after all


she looked so nice
She was still as lovely as ever


i knew now that she is my
I now knew that she was meant to be mine




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