☝️ Key Points
- The song 'Les Grinders de Paris' uses the term 'grinders' as a metaphor for flirting and sexual interest towards women.
- The repeated phrase 'Ritschibi, ritschiba, ritschibum' symbolizes the cheerful and carefree attitude of the protagonists.
- A specific verse describes a situation in which a woman reacts negatively to the advances of the grinders.
- Despite setbacks and mishaps, the message of the song remains optimistic, stating that the grinders will always be busy, whether with their work or their flirting.
Interpretation
The lyrics of 'Die Schleifer von Paris' by
Klaus & Ferdl are a humorous, folk song with double entendres and a sarcastic undertone. The protagonists, the Schleifer, are from Paris and sharpen various objects, including knives, scissors, and forks. However, 'sharpening' here is also to be understood as a metaphor for flirting or showing sexual interest in women. The Schleifer compare their flirting to the sharpening of knives or forks.
The refrain 'Ritschibi, ritschiba, ritschibum' is repeated, representing the cheerful, carefree attitude of the Schleifer.
In one of the verses 'Neulich hab' ich 'mal eine von hinten geschliffen Und die hat mir auf den Schleifstein geschaut .... (geschissen)', a specific situation is described where a woman does not react well to the advances of the Schleifer, resulting in a comedic and embarrassing situation.
The last verse 'Und die Moral von dieser Schleiferge'schicht, Arbeitslos, das werden wir sicherlich nicht,' conveys the message that the Schleifer will always be busy despite all mishaps and setbacks, either through their work as Schleifer or through their tireless flirting with women. This shows an optimistic and joyful attitude, despite the challenges and difficulties that life brings.