VERSE
Sweet Painted Lady
Elton John
I'm back on dry land once again
Opportunity awaits me like a rat in the drain
We're all hunting honey with money to burn
Just a short time to show you the tricks that we've learned
If the boys all behave themselves here
Well there's pretty young ladies and beer in the rear
You won't need a gutter to sleep in tonight
Oh the prices I charge here will see you alright
So she lays down beside me again
My sweet painted lady, the one with no name
Many have used her and many still do
There's a place in the world for a woman like you
Oh sweet painted lady
Seems it's always been the same
Getting paid for being laid
Guess that's the name of the game
Forget us we'll have gone very soon
Just forget we ever slept in your rooms
And we'll leave the smell of the sea in your beds
Where love's just a job and nothing is said
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About this Song
Sweet Painted Lady by Elton John is a reflective ballad that delves into the lives of sex workers, exploring their humanity, struggles, and moments of fleeting romance. The song paints a vivid picture of the often harsh realities faced by these women, juxtaposed with moments of tenderness and beauty. Key themes include loneliness, the search for love and comfort, and the transient nature of relationships in the context of their profession. Poignant moments in the song include the descriptions of their daily routines and the bittersweet interactions they have with sailors, capturing both the hardship and the brief, tender connections they experience.
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