Lyric discussion by rpn453 

Cover art for Black Satin lyrics by Raveonettes, The

I've always just seen it as an ironic surf song. Surf rock is always about having fun in the sun surfing, but this turns it around and highlights the negatives instead. She doesn't tan well, she's not good at surfing, she doesn't like swimming in the cold water, and she prefers the night.

Probably my favorite song on the album. Like most of the album, this song sounds great with a serious car stereo. The heavy bass line and distorted guitar are a powerful blend, just like with Aly, Walk With Me.