Arabella’s got some interstellar gator skin boots
And a Helter Skelter ’round her little finger and I ride it endlessly
She’s got a Barbarella silver swimsuit
And when she needs to shelter from reality she takes a dip in my daydreams
My days end best when the sunset gets itself behind
That little lady sitting on the passenger side
It’s much less picturesque without her catching the light
The horizon tries but it’s just not as kind on the eyes
As Arabella, oh
As Arabella
Just might have tapped into your mind and soul
You can’t be sure
Arabella’s got a ’70s head
But she’s a modern lover
It’s an exploration, she’s made of outer space
And her lips are like the galaxy’s edge
And her kiss the colour of a constellation falling into place
My days end best when the sunset gets itself behind
That little lady sitting on the passenger side
It’s much less picturesque without her catching the light
The horizon tries but it’s just not as kind on the eyes
As Arabella, oh
As Arabella
Just might have tapped into your mind and soul
You can’t be sure
That’s magic in a cheetah print coat
Just a slip underneath it I hope
Asking if I can have one of those
Organic cigarettes that she smokes
Wraps her lips ’round the Mexican Coke
Makes you wish that you were the bottle
Takes a sip of your soul and it sounds like…
Just might have tapped into your mind and soul
You can’t be sure
The Cosmic Allure of Arabella
“Arabella” by Arctic Monkeys is a vivid, psychedelic portrait of an enigmatic woman who blurs the lines between fantasy and reality. The lyrics are laden with interstellar imagery, likening Arabella to a cosmic muse who brings glamour, escapism, and a touch of danger into the narrator’s world. With references to ‘gator skin boots,’ a ‘Barbarella silver swimsuit,’ and a ‘cheetah print coat,’ Arabella becomes a symbol of retro-futurist cool, blending 1970s nostalgia with modern-day allure. The song’s narrative unfolds from the passenger seat, where even the sunset pales in comparison to Arabella’s irresistible presence. Her impact is so profound that she seems to tap into the narrator’s soul, leaving an unforgettable imprint.
Song Credits
Songwriters: Alex Turner
Release Year: 2013
Label: Domino Recording Company