Heads Will Roll
The Yeah Yeah Yeah´s Lyrics

"Off with your head, dance 'til you're dead, heads will roll, heads will roll" is a line that serves as the chorus of The Yeah Yeah Yeah's song, "Heads Will Roll." The lyrics are a reference to the infamous Queen of Hearts' catchphrase in Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland, which was also beheaded for her tyranny. The persona in the lyrics is pleading with the listeners to party without judgment or fear of consequence because even if they are punished, it would be for a fleeting moment, and it would be worth it. The phrase is somewhat of an ode to youthful recklessness.

The rest of the lyrics, "Glitter on the wet streets, silver over everything, the river's all wet" paints a picture of an after-party scene flooded with flickering city lights, where the mundane urban environment is momentarily transformed by the effervescence of the party-goers. According to the lead singer, Karen O, she was inspired by her experience of going to nightclubs or underground dance parties and observing the electricity and glitter of the disco balls. The rhythm of the song is infectious, and the vibrant lyrics and themes make "Heads Will Roll" an excellent party anthem.