The Lovecats

by The Cure

What is “The Lovecats” really about?

If you’ve ever wondered what “The Lovecats” by The Cure is really about, you’re not alone. Let’s break it down.

The Lovecats' by The Cure is a whimsical and playful song celebrating an eccentric and joyful love. Its lighthearted tone and quirky lyrics suggest a deep, abiding affection that is both rare and beautiful, likened to a perfect, cozy dream.

So… what’s this song really about?

In 'The Lovecats,' The Cure crafts a lyrical narrative that's both peculiar and endearing, exploring the joyous absurdity of love. The song's references to dining together and a shared coziness by the fire conjure images of intimate, comfortable companionship, while the use of phrases like 'wonderfully pretty' and likening their mishaps to 'hated little meeces' adds a layer of playful, surreal charm. This juxtaposition of the idealistic with the everyday silliness of relationships provides a deeper commentary on the nature of love – it is as fantastical as it is grounded in reality, a source of fun as much as a profound connection. The repeating line 'We missed you,' hissed by 'the love cats,' might suggest a reunion or a realization of love’s importance after a period of absence, highlighting love's enduring, sometimes taken-for-granted presence in our lives.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What genre is 'The Lovecats' by The Cure?
'The Lovecats' by The Cure is generally considered part of the New Wave and post-punk genres.

Q: When was 'The Lovecats' by The Cure released?
'The Lovecats' was released in 1983.

Lyrics to “The Lovecats”

31 ContributorsThe Lovecats Lyrics
[Chorus]
Into the sea, you and me
All the years and no one heard
I'll show you in spring, it's a treacherous thing
"We missed you," hissed the love cats
"We missed you," hissed the love cats
[Bridge]
We're so wonderfully, wonderfully
Wonderfully, wonderfully pretty
Oh, you know that I'd do anything for you
We should have each other to dinner
We should have each other with cream
Then curl up in the fire, get up for awhile
It's the grooviest thing, it's the perfect dream
[Verse 3]
Hand in hand is the only way to land
And always the right way 'round
Not broken in pieces, like hated little meeces
How could we miss someone as dumb as this?
[Outro]
"We missed you," hissed the love cats
We missed
I love you, let's go
Oh, solid gold
How could we miss
Someone as dumb as this?