1) The Cockroaches was an… Read Full Bio ↴There are two bands named The Cockroaches
1) The Cockroaches was an Australian rock / pop band which achieved reasonable success in the 1980s and 1990s. The band took its name from an obscure nom de plume favoured by The Rolling Stones during the 1960s.
The band is today best known for containing several members of the internationally successful children's musical group The Wiggles.
2) The Cockroaches are a Rockabilly / Big Beat / Garage band from Montréal, Canada. With Eddy Blake on vocals and bass, Spider on vocals and drums, and Dale on guitar and vocals.
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Caveman
The Cockroaches Lyrics
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Keep me chained and bound
Like a drover's dog
Yeah, yeah
'Cause I'm your caveman (Uh, uh, uh, uh)
Pterodactyls I'll keep at bay
Dig a ditch or rake that hay
'Cause I'm your caveman (Uh, uh, uh)
Anytime there's something on your mind (Caveman, caveman)
Tell the caveman to fix it before night (Caveman, caveman)
I'm at your command, I'm at your call
(Woo, woo, woo, woo)
If there's a dinosaur with snapping jaws
I'll wrestle with him at your cave doors
That's what I'll do for you
'Cause I'm your caveman (Uh, uh)
And if you need [?] ([?])
Yeah, yeah, uh-huh
'Cause I'm your caveman (Uh, uh)
If the winter time's too cold for you (Caveman, the caveman)
I'll grab the sun and I'll put in
Your cave room (Caveman, the caveman)
This cave-slave's ready for service, too
(Woo, woo, woo, woo)
Pick me up and roll me over
Keep me chained and bound
Like a drover's dog
Yeah, yeah
'Cause I'm your caveman (Uh, uh)
That is what I am
Yeah, yeah
I'm your caveman (Uh, uh)
I'm your caveman (Uh, uh)
I'm your caveman (Uh, uh, uh)
Caveman (Uh)
Caveman (Uh)
Caveman (Uh)
Caveman *growl*
(Uh, uh)
The Cockroaches's song Caveman is a humorous take on male chauvinism and the idea of a caveman-like man being at the beck and call of a woman. The lyrics talk about being picked up and rolled over, chained and bound, like a drover's dog, which emphasizes the idea of a man being submissive and controlled by a woman. The singer goes on to say that he will keep Pterodactyls at bay, dig a ditch or rake hay, and even wrestle with a dinosaur with snapping jaws if that is what she wants. He is willing to do anything to please her and be at her service.
The chorus emphasizes the idea that he is her "caveman," meaning that he is willing to do anything for her, no matter how primitive or difficult. He is ready to be her cave slave and do whatever she asks. The lyrics also suggest that she can tell him anything that is on her mind, and he will fix it before night. In essence, he is her servant and will do anything to please her.
Overall, the song is a humorous take on traditional gender roles and male chauvinism. It highlights the idea that men are often expected to be submissive to women and that they will do anything to please them.
Line by Line Meaning
Pick me up and roll me over
I am willing to be at your mercy, ready to do whatever you desire
Keep me chained and bound
I am willing to be your slave, your loyal servant at all times
Like a drover's dog
I am obedient and will follow your orders without question or hesitation
Cause I'm your caveman
I am at your disposal, ready to do whatever it takes to make you happy
Pterodactyls I'll keep at bay
I will protect you from anything or anyone that threatens your safety
Dig a ditch or rake that hay
I am willing to do any task, no matter how menial or difficult, with joy and enthusiasm
Anytime there's something on your mind (Caveman, caveman)
Whenever you need someone to talk to or to fix a problem, I am here for you
Tell the caveman to fix it before night (Caveman, caveman)
I will make sure to resolve any issue you have before the day is done
If there's a dinosaur with snapping jaws
Even if the situation seems impossible or dangerous, I am still willing to do whatever it takes to protect you
I'll wrestle with him at your cave doors
I will fight off any danger that comes our way, so that you can feel safe and protected
If you need [?] ([?])
If there is something that you need, even if it is beyond my understanding or abilities, I will do my best to provide it for you
If the winter time's too cold for you (Caveman, the caveman)
If anything in your life is not to your liking, I am here to make it better
I'll grab the sun and I'll put in your cave room (Caveman, the caveman)
Even if it seems impossible, I will find a way to make sure that you are happy and comfortable at all times
This cave-slave's ready for service, too (Woo, woo, woo, woo)
I am always ready and eager to serve you, in any way that you desire
That is what I am
I am your devoted and obedient servant, always ready to do as you command
I'm your caveman (Uh, uh)
I belong to you, body and soul
Caveman *growl*
I am powerful and fierce, willing to protect you at all costs
Writer(s): jeff fatt, peter mackie, john field, anthony henry
Contributed by Jayden I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.