Cat On The Wall
PJ Harvey · Uh Huh Her [2004]
I heard our song on the radio
It wasn't long before I think of you
Can't get the sound outta my head
Don't look now it's coming round again
I saved your voice from the telephone
I play it back on the message machine
It really sounds like you're having fun
I'm going out into the midday sun
Come night, I'm gonna step outside
Take a walk, I'm gonna clear my mind
The radio, still playing our song
You got me jumping like a cat on the wall
Turn up the radio
They play the radio in my dreams
Takes me back to when I was 17
Dancing in circles on the kitchen floor
I'll play this song 'til I can't take anymore
It wasn't long before I think of you
Can't get the sound outta my head
Don't look now it's coming round again
I saved your voice from the telephone
I play it back on the message machine
It really sounds like you're having fun
I'm going out into the midday sun
Come night, I'm gonna step outside
Take a walk, I'm gonna clear my mind
The radio, still playing our song
You got me jumping like a cat on the wall
Turn up the radio
They play the radio in my dreams
Takes me back to when I was 17
Dancing in circles on the kitchen floor
I'll play this song 'til I can't take anymore
Cat On The Wall
Released on the 2004 album Uh Huh Her, PJ Harvey's 'Cat On The Wall' stands as a defining track of her mature period, blending post-punk intensity with ethereal textures. The recording showcases Harvey's signature vocal delivery, shifting between whispery intimacy and soaring power, while the production captures the raw, atmospheric quality characteristic of her work during this era. As a key component of her discography, the song reflects her ongoing exploration of dark, introspective themes wrapped in a hauntingly beautiful sonic landscape. It remains a staple of her live performances and a critical touchstone for fans of her distinctive style.