Lyrics
Le chat noir, le chat noir
Repetition for emphasis on "Le chat noir," French for "The black cat."
Le chat noir, le chat noir
Continued emphasis on the mysterious black cat.
Le chat noir, she's out to get you
The black cat is portrayed as a threat actively pursuing someone.
Le chat noir, she's gonna find you
Reiteration of the cat's determination to find its target.
Don't let her cross your path, or set eyes on you
Cautionary advice to avoid encountering the black cat.
She'll size you up, weave in and out of you
Warning about the cat's ability to assess and navigate through situations.
A sign of what's to come and apple of temptation
Suggestive of the cat symbolizing impending trouble and the temptation to come.
Don't dare start the chase or give in to flirtation
Advises against pursuing or succumbing to allure.
It needs to be told, it has to be heard
Stresses the importance of conveying a message about the cat.
This crazy cat is gonna have the last word
Implies the cat will have the final say in the unfolding events.
Le chat noir, she's on the prowl
Reiterates the cat's active and stealthy behavior.
Le chat noir
A repetition of the cat's name, emphasizing its significance.
Don't let her cross your path, or set eyes on you
Reiteration of the warning to avoid the cat's path and gaze.
She'll size you up, weave in and out of you
Reiterates the cat's ability to assess and maneuver through situations.
And when those razor sharp claws sink into your flesh
Describes the potential harm with the metaphor of razor-sharp claws.
Disguised not described as a touching caress
Highlights the deceptive nature of the cat's touch.
Don't be a victim, don't fall for her charms
Advises against becoming a victim or falling for the cat's charms.
This crazy cat is here to do you harm
Reiterates the cat's harmful intent.
Le chat noir, le chat noir
Final emphasis on the presence of the ominous black cat.
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