Time Warp
Various Artists Lyrics


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It's astounding, time is fleeting
Madness takes its toll
But listen closely, not for very much longer
I've got to keep control

I remember doing the Time Warp
Drinking those moments when
The blackness would hit me and the void would be calling
Let's do the time warp again...
Let's do the time warp again!

It's just a jump to the left
And then a step to the right
With your hands on your hips
You bring your knees in tight
But it's the pelvic thrust that really drives you insane,
Let's do the Time Warp again!

It's so dreamy, oh fantasy free me
So you can't see me, no not at all
In another dimension, with voyeuristic intention
Well-secluded, I see all
With a bit of a mind flip
You're there in the time slip
And nothing can ever be the same
You're spaced out on sensation, like you're under sedation
Let's do the Time Warp again!

Well I was walking down the street just a-having a think
When a snake of a guy gave me an evil wink
He shook me up, he took me by surprise
He had a pickup truck and the devil's eyes.
He stared at me and I felt a change




Time meant nothing, never would again
Let's do the Time Warp again!

Overall Meaning

"Time Warp" is a song from the 1975 British rock musical The Rocky Horror Show, written by Richard O'Brien. The song is famously known for its use in the cult classic film adaptation of the musical, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, and has since become a popular song at parties, Halloween events, and drag shows. The lyrics of "Time Warp" speak of time as a fleeting concept and the madness that can come with it. The singer urges the listener to "listen closely, but not for very much longer" and to "keep control."


The chorus of the song is a call to action, with the singer recalling a past experience of doing the "Time Warp" dance. The lyrics describe the dance steps, including a "jump to the left" and a "step to the right," with emphasis on the "pelvic thrust." The lyrics suggest that the dance is so exhilarating that it can drive one "insane" with pleasure.


The third verse takes a more surreal turn, with the singer describing a dreamlike world where they are invisible and can voyeuristically observe others. The singer also suggests that the dance has the power to transport one to another dimension where "time slip" occurs, and nothing can ever be the same again. The final verse describes a chance encounter with a mysterious man who seems to have the power to alter time and space, prompting the singer to join in and do the Time Warp once more.


Overall, "Time Warp" is a fun and catchy song that celebrates the absurdity of life and encourages the listener to let go and enjoy the moment.


Line by Line Meaning

It's astounding, time is fleeting
Time is constantly moving and unstoppable, which can be overwhelming.


Madness takes its toll
The feeling of being overwhelmed can lead to madness and confusion.


But listen closely, not for very much longer
Despite feeling overwhelmed, there is still time to regain control and focus.


I've got to keep control
The singer recognizes the importance of controlling their emotions and staying grounded in the moment.


I remember doing the Time Warp
The singer has experienced the sensation of losing control and being swept away by time before.


Drinking those moments when
The singer recalls a time where they were consumed by the present moment.


The blackness would hit me and the void would be calling
The singer felt a sense of emptiness and loss of control when consumed by the present moment.


Let's do the time warp again...
Despite the negative consequences, the singer feels drawn to the sensation of losing control and wants to experience it again.


It's just a jump to the left
The physical act of doing the Time Warp is simple and easy to follow.


And then a step to the right
The next step in doing the Time Warp is equally simple and easy to follow.


With your hands on your hips
The physical actions of doing the Time Warp involve holding yourself in a confident and assertive posture.


You bring your knees in tight
The physical actions of doing the Time Warp involve tightening your muscles and engaging your core.


But it's the pelvic thrust that really drives you insane,
The masterful pelvic thrust is the climactic move in doing the Time Warp and can be a thrilling experience.


It's so dreamy, oh fantasy free me
Doing the Time Warp can feel like a dreamlike escape from reality.


So you can't see me, no not at all
It's a secretive and hidden experience, known only to those who have done it.


In another dimension, with voyeuristic intention
There is a sense of voyeurism in doing the Time Warp, as the singer is watching themselves from an outside perspective.


Well-secluded, I see all
Despite being in their own world, the singer is aware of their surroundings and everything that is happening.


With a bit of a mind flip
The act of doing the Time Warp involves a shift in perspective and a willingness to let go of reality.


You're there in the time slip
Doing the Time Warp is like slipping through time and space, and being transported to a different reality.


And nothing can ever be the same
Once you've experienced the Time Warp, you can never go back to your previous reality.


You're spaced out on sensation, like you're under sedation
The sensation of doing the Time Warp can be overwhelming and intoxicating, like being under the influence of a drug.


Let's do the Time Warp again!
The singer eagerly invites the listener to join them in the thrilling experience of doing the Time Warp once more.


Well I was walking down the street just a-having a think
The singer was lost in thought and walking aimlessly when something unexpected happened.


When a snake of a guy gave me an evil wink
The singer was approached by a shady character who seemed to have malicious intent.


He shook me up, he took me by surprise
The singer was caught off guard and felt a jolt of adrenaline when they were confronted by the shady stranger.


He had a pickup truck and the devil's eyes.
The shady stranger had an ominous presence and seemed to embody evil.


He stared at me and I felt a change
The singer felt a shift in the atmosphere and something about the situation made them feel uneasy.


Time meant nothing, never would again
The experience of being confronted by the shady stranger made the singer feel disconnected from time and reality.


Let's do the Time Warp again!
Despite the unsettling experience, the singer is still drawn to the thrill of doing the Time Warp and wants to experience it again.




Writer(s): Richard O'brien

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