The song lyrics were written by the band Van Halen, as they were asked to write a song for the 1979 movie "Over the Edge" starring Matt Dillon. The movie (and the lyrics, although more obliquely) are about bored, rebellious youth with nothing better to do than get into trouble. If you see the movie, these lyrics will make more sense. It's a great movie if you grew up in the 70s/80s you'll definitely remember some of these characters from your own life. Fun fact, after writing the song, Van Halen decided not to let the movie use it.
Don't talk, watch!
Don't talk, watch!
You came here. Watch it.
Don't like it? Walk out.
We still have all your fucking money.
Do not nudge, kick or jiggle the seat in front of you.
I'm sitting there!
I am everywhere at once
And I will cut you up.
If you make out here,
I will cut your lips and tongue
From your head
With a linoleum knife.
Do not explain the plot.
If you don't understand, then you should not be here.
Your money is now our money
And we will spend it on drugs.
Do not crinkle your food wrappers loudly.
Be considerate to others,
Or I will bite your torso
And give you a disease.
Did you bring your baby?
Babies don't watch this.
Take the seed outside. Leave it in the streets.
Run over it after the show.
If I see you videotaping this movie,
Satan will rain down your throat with hot acid
And dissolve your testicles
And turn your guts into snakes.
This is a copyrighted movie for Time Warner.
If I find you've sold it on eBay,
I will break into your house
And tear your wife in half.
Don't talk, watch!
You came here. Watch it.
Don't like it? Walk out.
We still have all your fucking money.
Do not nudge, kick or jiggle the seat in front of you.
I'm sitting there!
I am everywhere at once
And I will cut you up.
If you make out here,
I will cut your lips and tongue
From your head
With a linoleum knife.
Do not explain the plot.
If you don't understand, then you should not be here.
Your money is now our money
And we will spend it on drugs.
Do not crinkle your food wrappers loudly.
Be considerate to others,
Or I will bite your torso
And give you a disease.
Did you bring your baby?
Babies don't watch this.
Take the seed outside. Leave it in the streets.
Run over it after the show.
If I see you videotaping this movie,
Satan will rain down your throat with hot acid
And dissolve your testicles
And turn your guts into snakes.
This is a copyrighted movie for Time Warner.
If I find you've sold it on eBay,
I will break into your house
And tear your wife in half.
Lyrics submitted by supergump88
Cut You Up with a Linoleum Knife Lyrics as written by
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Lyrics powered by LyricFind
Add your thoughts
Log in now to tell us what you think this song means.
Don’t have an account? Create an account with SongMeanings to post comments, submit lyrics, and more. It’s super easy, we promise!
More Featured Meanings
Light Up The Sky
Van Halen
Van Halen
Just A Little Lovin'
Dusty Springfield
Dusty Springfield
I don't think it's necessarily about sex. It's about wanting to start the day with some love and affection. Maybe a warm cuddle. I'm not alone in interpreting it that way! For example:
"'Just a Little Lovin’ is a timeless country song originally recorded by Eddy Arnold in 1954. The song, written by Eddie Miller and Jimmy Campbell, explores the delicate nuances of love and showcases Arnold’s emotive vocals. It delves into the universal theme of love and how even the smallest gesture of affection can have a profound impact on our lives." https://oldtimemusic.com/the-meaning-behind-the-song-just-a-little-lovin-by-eddy-arnold/
Magical
Ed Sheeran
Ed Sheeran
How would you describe the feeling of being in love? For Ed Sheeran, the word is “Magical.” in HIS three-minute album opener, he makes an attempt to capture the beauty and delicacy of true love with words. He describes the magic of it all over a bright Pop song produced by Aaron Dessner.
Head > Heels
Ed Sheeran
Ed Sheeran
“Head > Heels” is a track that aims to capture what it feels like to experience romance that exceeds expectations. Ed Sheeran dedicates his album outro to a lover who has blessed him with a unique experience that he seeks to describe through the song’s nuanced lyrics.
American Town
Ed Sheeran
Ed Sheeran
Ed Sheeran shares a short story of reconnecting with an old flame on “American Town.” The track is about a holiday Ed Sheeran spends with his countrywoman who resides in America. The two are back together after a long period apart, and get around to enjoying a bunch of fun activities while rekindling the flames of their romance.
I particularly like the reference to a linoleum knife. This references Hannibla Lecture because he used a linoleum knife to stab Will Graham in Red Dragon