Roadhouse Vamp
The Doors Lyrics


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Yeah! Come on!

Well, gonna start the show.
Gonna start the show.




Overall Meaning

The opening lines of The Doors' song Roadhouse Vamp set the tone for the energy and excitement that will follow in the song. The repetition of "gonna start the show" creates a sense of anticipation and excitement, as if the band is getting ready to launch into a high-energy performance. The lyrics also suggest the idea of a performance as a type of ritual or ceremony, with the band members taking on the role of performers and the audience as participants in the experience. This sets up the song's exploration of themes related to power, sexuality, and identity.


As the song progresses, singer Jim Morrison delivers a series of verses that are full of vivid, sensory language and evocative imagery. He sings about a "wild-eyed woman" who is "dancing on the hood of a shiny black car," and the "hypnotic jukebox" that is playing in the background. Morrison's lyrics are full of sexual innuendo and suggest a boundary-crossing type of energy, with the "vamp" of the title referring to a seductive woman who is unafraid to take risks and push boundaries.


Overall, Roadhouse Vamp is a thrilling and dynamic exploration of the interplay between power and desire in a performance context. The lyrics and music come together to create a visceral experience that captures the essence of The Doors' unique sound and style.


Line by Line Meaning

Well, gonna start the show.
We are ready to start and put on a show for everyone.


Gonna start the show.
We are excited to begin the performance and entertain the audience.


Well, get up, get your gear!
We need everyone to get ready and assemble their equipment for the show.


Get up, get your gear!
We need everyone to be prepared and ready for the upcoming performance.


Cause there's nothing to fear, woah woah.
We want everyone to know that there's nothing to worry about and they should enjoy the show without any fear.


There's nothing to fear, woah woah.
We want to reassure everyone that they are safe and there's no need to be afraid during the performance.


There's nothing to fear, woah woah.
We are reminding everyone that there's no reason to be scared or intimidated during the show.


Come on, everyone.
We want to encourage everyone to come and join us for the show.


Everyone!
We want to emphasize that everyone is welcome to come and enjoy the performance.


Well, they call me the doctor.
I am referred to as 'the doctor' because I have the power to heal and make people feel good.


They call me the doctor.
I have earned the nickname 'doctor' because I am capable of alleviating people's pains and worries.


I am the one that makes you feel alright.
I have the ability to make people feel better and worry-free.


I am the one that makes you feel alright.
I can take away your troubles and make you feel good again.


Alright?
Are you ready and feeling good?


Alright!
Yes, we are ready and feeling good!


Alright?
Is everyone feeling okay and ready for the show?


Alright!
Yes, everyone is feeling good and excited for the performance.


Alright.
Everything is going to be okay and the show will be great.


Alright.
We are confident that the performance will be successful and enjoyable for everyone.




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