Purple Haze
Zella Day Lyrics


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Purple haze on Saturdays
Smoking with no clothes on
I bet he tastes like outer space
Sugar-coated ozone

I took a walk today to the corner store, alone
I bought some apple juice
'Cause I needed some at home
I like to take my time for a chance that I might get
I try to catch his eye, but he hasn't noticed yet

Purple haze on Saturdays
Smoking with no clothes on
I bet he tastes like outer space
Sugar-coated ozone

Forever waiting for a knock upon my door
It's so frustrating always pacing 'round my floor
If he'd only look my way, I'd invite him to come in
Hope and pray he'll wipe away this apple juice from my chin

Purple haze on Saturdays
Smoking with no clothes on
I bet he tastes like outer space
Sugar-coated ozone

Purple haze on Saturdays
Smoking with no clothes on




I bet he tastes like outer space
Sugar-coated ozone

Overall Meaning

Zella Day’s “Purple Haze” is a song that deals with unrequited love and the frustrating waiting game that goes with it. The opening lyrics of the song, “Purple haze on Saturdays, smoking with no clothes on, I bet he tastes like outer space, sugar-coated ozone” paint a hazy, dreamlike picture of the singer’s weekend activities, suggesting a lazy, languid pleasure in smoking up and possibly experimenting with a lover. The next few lines tell of the singer’s trip to the store, where she hopes to bump into her object of affection. She takes her time, hoping that he’ll notice her, but so far he hasn’t.


Throughout the rest of the song, we get the sense that the singer is in a holding pattern, constantly waiting for the man she’s pining over to take notice. She’s seen him, but he hasn’t seen her, and she’s constantly hoping that he’ll make a move. The lyrics are evocative and dreamlike, capturing the sense of longing that comes with unrequited love. The phrase “sugar-coated ozone” is particularly evocative, suggesting a sense of sweetness and otherworldliness that the singer associates with the person she’s infatuated with.


Overall, “Purple Haze” is a beautiful and melancholy song that captures the sense of yearning and frustration that often goes hand in hand with love.


Line by Line Meaning

Purple haze on Saturdays
A sense of euphoria experienced on Saturdays, likely due to drug use


Smoking with no clothes on
Engaging in drug use while in a state of undress, possibly suggesting a lack of inhibition or repression


I bet he tastes like outer space
The person being referred to is exotic and unfamiliar, and may even have extraterrestrial qualities


Sugar-coated ozone
A sweet, but artificial flavor or scent, similarly exotic and out of the ordinary


I took a walk today to the corner store, alone
The artist is alone and possibly seeking something, as evidenced by her trip to the store


I bought some apple juice
The singer is making a mundane purchase, likely as an excuse or pretext for her actual intentions


'Cause I needed some at home
The singer is attempting to justify her purchase so as not to arouse suspicion or attention


I like to take my time for a chance that I might get
The artist is engaging in leisurely behavior, possibly to increase her chances of encountering the person she desires


I try to catch his eye, but he hasn't noticed yet
The artist desires the attention of someone who is currently unaware of her presence or interest


Forever waiting for a knock upon my door
The artist is constantly waiting for something to happen, which may or may not ever come to fruition


It's so frustrating always pacing 'round my floor
The singer is anxious and restless, indicative of her desire and uncertainty


If he'd only look my way, I'd invite him to come in
The artist desires to make a connection with someone, but lacks the confidence to actively seek it out


Hope and pray he'll wipe away this apple juice from my chin
The singer desires to be cared for or rescued by the person in question, and views even the most insignificant gesture as a sign of potential romantic interest




Writer(s): Daniel Nigro, Daniel Quine Auerbach, Zella Day

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DOO

maybe 2020 is trash, but at least, zella day never dissapoints

Kristína Mitrová

St. Vincent is love, St. Vincent is life😍😍 (I mean, Zella’s great too😂)

Crissie Diaz

Still relevant in 2022!

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Mario Urr

I lovee this, the vibe, the colors, the look, the vocals 🐇

Alexandra S

🐇🥕

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† WЯXʜᴇx †

I’m in love with these 60s style songs she’s been doin lately. Too fucking good!

Rayna

I remember in an interview she said that she wanted her music to mark times in people’s lives. It has for me ❤️❤️❤️

Vanelinn

This song(plus the video) makes me feel like I'm on drugs and in love, but I've never been high nor in love, and that says a lot about Zella's talent.

Aisha with an Eye

It's Saturday. I'm naked. I'm smoking a joint. I'm listening to this song. This. Is. The. Best.

Nina Pauliina

😍😍😍💚💜✌🏻

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