He knew what he wanted to say
But he did not want to word it
The dirty little Herbert
Was thinking an escape
But the place was well guarded
The guiltyness that started
Soon as the other part had stopped
D is for Delightful
And try and keep your trousers on
I think you should know you’re his favourite worst nightmare
D is for…
Desperately trying to stimulate what it was that was alright
3 quarters of an hour ago
That had led him to be in a position
And every compromission
Another freak episode
He’s nearing the brink but he thinks first
The parallel universe perhaps could be the perfect scene
He’s nearing the brink but he thinks first
The parallel universe perhaps could be the perfect scene
He’s nearing the brink but he thinks first
The parallel universe perhaps could be the perfect scene
He’s nearing the brink but he thinks first
The parallel
I think you should know you’re his favourite worst nightmare
D is for delightful
And try and keep your trousers on
You should know you’re his favourite worst nightmare
Unpacking the Intrigue of “D Is For Dangerous”
“D Is For Dangerous” by Arctic Monkeys delves into the tangled web of temptation, guilt, and self-restraint. Alex Turner’s storytelling places listeners in the mind of someone teetering on the edge of risky decisions, wrestling with desire and consequence. The recurring motif of the letter “D”—from “delightful” to “dangerous”—captures the duality of pleasure and peril. The lyrics explore fleeting moments of excitement that quickly spiral into regret, as the protagonist contemplates escape, compromise, and parallel realities. This tension is heightened by repeated lines, underscoring the cyclical nature of his internal struggle, while the phrase “favourite worst nightmare” hints at the allure of forbidden thrills. Arctic Monkeys’ sharp wordplay and energetic instrumentation make this track an electrifying portrait of temptation and inner conflict.
Song Credits
- Songwriters: Alex Turner
- Release Year: 2007
- Label: Domino Recording Company