Produced by Brian Paulson
Recorded Autumn … Read Full Bio ↴Written by David Gedge
Produced by Brian Paulson
Recorded Autumn 1992
Released 2nd November 1992 on The Queen of Outer Space
Personnel
David Gedge (vocals, guitar)
Paul Dorrington (guitar)
Keith Gregory (bass)
Simon Smith (drums)
The Queen of Outer Space
The Wedding Present Lyrics
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She's come, come, come, come, to a yellow sun
When she began she was a man
Go, go, go, go like a dynamo
She's my colonel spider
You know she's a deep space rider
I feel beautiful beside her
She doesn't need air; she can breathe anywhere
We like to chase through outer space
Go, go, go, go, you know
She's my colonel spider
You know she's a deep space rider
I feel beautiful beside her
She's my colonel spider
You know she's a deep space rider
I feel beautiful beside her
I feel wonderful beside her
"The Queen of Outer Space" by The Wedding Present is a song that tells the story of a woman who comes from a very different world, and has found herself on Earth, basking in the sunlight. She is described as a mixed up girl because she has to navigate a completely new world, cultural norms, and traditions. However, she seems to be an adventurer at heart and enjoys the thrill of the chase, which is symbolized by the phrase, "We like to chase through outer space."
The song takes a more romantic turn, as the singer expresses his feelings for this woman. He calls her his "Colonel Spider" and describes her as a "Deep Space Rider." These descriptions reveal how he sees her as capable of exploring the universe and overcoming any challenges that come their way. He feels beautiful and wonderful beside her, implying that she makes him feel complete and fulfilled.
Overall, the song is a celebration of love and adventure, and how it can transcend all boundaries and limits.
Line by Line Meaning
She's a mixed up girl from a very different world
She is a woman with a confusing, unusual background.
She's come, come, come, come, to a yellow sun
She has arrived on a planet with a yellow sun.
When she began she was a man
She was originally a man before transitioning.
Go, go, go, go like a dynamo
She moves quickly and efficiently like a powerful machine.
She's my colonel spider
She is my commanding but intriguing partner.
You know she's a deep space rider
She is experienced in traveling through the vastness of space.
I feel beautiful beside her
Being with her makes me feel wonderful about myself.
She doesn't need air; she can breathe anywhere
She is capable of living in environments without air.
Come, come, come, come, and you can have some
Join us and experience what we do together.
We like to chase through outer space
We enjoy traveling great distances throughout space.
You know, she's my colonel spider
She is my commanding but intriguing partner.
I feel beautiful beside her
Being with her makes me feel wonderful about myself.
I feel wonderful beside her
Being with her brings me immeasurable joy and happiness.
Contributed by Lauren H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
itsatimemachine
I love these old Wedding Present music videos. They're so awkwardly cool haha
Lf1 O76
Love this really bought into their single quest back in the day
ANDY KING
About 4 1/2 hours ago I was having this live ...... oh my days ............. absolutely different gravy
Dave Hillis
I remember being first into Woolworths each first Monday of the month to buy the new Hit Parade single. 12 Classics. Maybe they'll do a 20th anniversary tour for that too in 2012...now that makes me feel OLD!
ME & MY 9!!!
AWESOME!!!!
sidDkid87
Bocchino!!!
Rory Curtis
kiss the fucking tortoise.
mikeMCSG
The whole thing exposed how worthless the singles chart had become as a measure of real popularity. Do you think the band had a single new fan at the end of the year ?