The Creature From The Black Lagoon
Dave Edmunds · The Anthology (1968-1990) [1993]
When at night he came up from the deep
He was feeling like any other lonely fella
Decided to take one while the city was asleep
The unsuspecting maiden
Was clutched from where she lay
And taken away to a home down under
The waters of the local bay
By the creature from the Black Lagoon
Strange to see him back so soon
After his last intended did the dirty on him
Didn't last five minutes in the swim
With the creature from the Black Lagoon
Be seeing him again real soon
After this intended lets him down
Won't last five minutes with him around
Only surfaced for a companion
Cause of that he's never been seen
Just a big look written in the eyes of his baby
And a cry of terror, a honeymoon scream
The unsuspecting maiden
Will be clutched from where she sleeps
And taken away to a home down under the water
And that's for keeps
By the creature from the Black Lagoon
Strange to see him back so soon
After his last intended did the dirty on him
Didn't last five minutes in the swim
The unsuspecting maiden
Will be clutched from where she sleeps
And taken away to a home down under the water
And that's for keeps
By the creature from the Black Lagoon
Strange to see him back so soon
After his last intended did the dirty on him
Didn't last five minutes in the swim
With the creature from the Black Lagoon
Be seeing him again real soon
After this intended lets him down
Won't last five minutes with him around
By the creature from the Black Lagoon
Strange to see him back so soon
After his last intended did the dirty on him
Didn't last five minutes in the swim
With the creature from the Black Lagoon
Be seeing him again real soon
After this intended lets him down
Won't last five minutes with him around
About The Creature From The Black Lagoon
Dave Edmunds delivers a hauntingly atmospheric take on the classic horror film theme in "The Creature From The Black Lagoon," recorded for his 1993 anthology compilation. The track transforms the original cinematic score into a moody, blues-infused rock ballad that showcases Edmunds' signature vocal delivery and songwriting sensibilities. By reimagining the iconic melody within a mid-1990s rock framework, the recording highlights the enduring appeal of the source material while demonstrating the artist's ability to reinterpret well-known compositions. This version stands as a testament to the song's versatility, blending nostalgic horror elements with the polished production typical of Edmunds' later career work. It remains a standout example of his capacity to breathe new life into existing musical structures.