Lyrics
My mom she likes you, she thinks you're swell
Expressing approval from the speaker's mother towards the person being addressed.
Got the makings of a dance-hall girl
Describing the person as having qualities suitable for a dance-hall girl, possibly suggesting a lively and outgoing nature.
Your low-cut frock and your bird's-nest hair
Commenting on the individual's provocative attire and distinctive hairstyle.
Stiletto heels and the way that you swear
Noting the person's fashionable stiletto heels and bold language.
She says to take you back
Quoting the speaker's mother advising them to bring the person back to meet the family again.
To see my folks again
Expressing surprise or disappointment at finding the house seemingly empty.
On Sunday
Referring to the day of the week, possibly indicating a family gathering or event.
Why, it looks as though there's nobody in
Observing that it appears no one is at home.
They've all gone out to see my Auntie Renny
Explaining that everyone is out visiting Auntie Renny.
Don't you worry, you just come right in
Inviting the person inside without concern, despite the absence of family members.
I'm sure we'll pass the time 'till they come home
Assuring the person that they can spend time together until the family returns.
Well, let me take your coat
Offering to take the person's coat as a gesture of hospitality.
Kick off your shoes, warm your toes
Suggesting the person make themselves comfortable by removing their shoes and warming their toes.
Try the sofa
Encouraging the person to try the sofa for relaxation.
It's getting dark, we'll miss the late night bus
Noticing the evening approaching and expressing concern about missing transportation.
It's only eight but I'm not taking any chances
Deciding not to take chances, even though it's only eight o'clock.
What's that noise, why'd they come back so soon?
Reacting to a noise, possibly the family returning unexpectedly.
Straighten your dress, you're really looking a mess
Advising the person to straighten their dress, possibly to create a better impression.
I'll wet my socks, pretend we just got caught in the rain
Suggesting a playful excuse for disheveled appearance by pretending they got caught in the rain.
Oh, you're so rude
Labeling the person as rude, possibly due to their unexpected arrival or behavior.
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