MUSTANG BABY Lyrics – Nessa Barrett, Artemas

MUSTANG BABY Lyrics Meaning

[Chorus]
In the chorus, the singer expresses a desire to be wild and free, like a Mustang. She wants to excite her partner, making his heart race, and describes how their passionate connection makes her feel out of control in the best way. The “ninety on the highway” metaphor shows her longing for thrill and freedom in their relationship.

[Verse 1]
In this verse, the singer admires her partner, who she sees as a “cowboy” with a carefree, adventurous spirit. She contrasts her own sheltered life with his free-spirited nature, feeling drawn to his boldness and sense of freedom. The “gold on your tooth” and “wind in my hair” evoke a sense of excitement and living in the moment, sparking something wild within her.

[Chorus]
The chorus repeats the desire to be like a Mustang, symbolizing freedom, speed, and passion. She wants to be a thrill-seeking partner who can make her lover’s heart race, with kisses that mirror the rush of driving fast. The singer embraces the idea of being the “good girl” who can turn wild and crazy in this intense, free-spirited love.

[Verse 2]
Here, the singer gets more daring, expressing a desire to take the reins in the relationship, much like driving a Mustang. The lyrics describe feeling the intensity of the moment and rejecting anything slow or conventional. There’s a focus on raw physicality and excitement, particularly in a rebellious, high-energy setting like driving on the highway.

[Chorus]
In the repeated chorus, the singer emphasizes the exhilaration of being a wild, uncontrollable force in her lover’s life. She embraces the thrill of fast driving, passionate kisses, and how their connection drives her to do things she wouldn’t usually. The song’s central theme of being like a Mustang—fast, free, and untamed—is reinforced here.

[Interlude]
The interlude with the repetition of “baby” and “Mustang” further emphasizes the intense, playful nature of the relationship. It’s a moment of building energy, reinforcing the idea of freedom, passion, and excitement between the singer and her lover.

[Bridge]
In the bridge, the singer calls herself the lover’s “favorite cowgirl,” hinting at a role reversal where she takes charge of the situation. She invites her lover to show how badly he wants her, with a sense of urgency and intensity. The reference to “sunset to sunrise” implies an all-night adventure, and the line “f*ck me on the 101” further intensifies the rebellious, passionate nature of their connection.

[Chorus]
The final chorus reiterates the desire to be that wild, untamed Mustang, where she can make her lover’s heart race and push boundaries. The repetition of phrases like “Mustang, Mustang, Mustang” shows how deeply she wants to be this free, fiery person who takes her lover on an exciting, unpredictable journey of passion and chaos.