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.
Can I lift my dress up for you?
Can I lift it in the night?
White undersides of my thighs look much better
In the dark light
There’s a kid in there
And he’s big, and dumb,
And he’s… kinda scared
Well, he’s too old to be there
And he’s just looking for a ride.
Well, I’ll lift it to the ceiling tiles
Of stadiums and shrines
You see something to cheer about
I’ll tell you that it’s mine
I’m sorry that your mother died
But that one wasn't my fault
I’m sorry anybody dies at all these days
Oh I see the night…
With my own two eyes.
Can I lift it in the night?
White undersides of my thighs look much better
In the dark light
There’s a kid in there
And he’s big, and dumb,
And he’s… kinda scared
Well, he’s too old to be there
And he’s just looking for a ride.
Well, I’ll lift it to the ceiling tiles
Of stadiums and shrines
You see something to cheer about
I’ll tell you that it’s mine
I’m sorry that your mother died
But that one wasn't my fault
I’m sorry anybody dies at all these days
Oh I see the night…
With my own two eyes.
Lyrics submitted by Clap Your Hands
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