Divat a mini

Song Meaning

This track captures a moment of sartorial shock, observing the arrival of the mini-skirt. It paints a picture of a "big day" in London where a "rested mind" apparently sparked a fashion revolution. This new trend then rapidly "kicks in" in Pest with "terrible speed," suggesting a swift, almost overwhelming adoption of the style. The core tension lies in the narrator's bewildered, almost disapproving reaction to this new, shorter hemline. The lyrics repeatedly question "What do I see?" focusing on the "mini, the barely-there, the short skirt." There's a sense of unease, a feeling that this change is "not going to be good," expressed through the repeated "Oh-ho-ho." The most striking element is the contrast between the visual shock of the short skirts and the narrator's practical, almost paternalistic concern. The lyrics warn that the "girls will catch a cold" and "get a good flu" in winter, while the "men feel the fever." This juxtaposition highlights a clash between perceived fashion daring and genuine, albeit perhaps exaggerated, physical consequences. Ultimately, the effectiveness comes from this blend of observation and slightly judgmental commentary. The repeated exclamations and the focus on the skirt's "clever" short length create a vivid, almost cartoonish portrayal of a cultural shift. The narrator's final, somewhat resigned "If it's good for them, then it's good for me" suggests a reluctant acceptance, even if the initial reaction was one of surprise and concern.