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Cherry
Lana Del Rey Lyrics


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Love
I said real love, it's like feeling no fear
When you're standing in the face of danger
'Cause you just want it so much
A touch
From your real love
It's like heaven taking the place of something evil
And lettin' it burn off from the rush
Yeah, yeah
(Fuck)

Darlin', darlin', darlin'
I fall to pieces when I'm with you, I fall to pieces
My cherries and wine, rosemary and thyme
And all of my peaches (are ruined)

Love, is it real love?
It's like smiling when the firing squad's against you
And you just stay lined up
Yeah
(Fuck)

Darlin', darlin', darlin'
I fall to pieces when I'm with you, I fall to pieces (bitch)
My cherries and wine, rosemary and thyme
And all of my peaches (are ruined, bitch)

My rose garden dreams, set on fire by fiends
And all my black beaches (are ruined)
My celluloid scenes are torn at the seams
And I fall to pieces (bitch)
I fall to pieces when I'm with you

(Why?)

'Cause I love you so much, I fall to pieces
My cherries and wine, rosemary and thyme
And all of my peaches (are ruined, bitch)

Are ruined (bitch)
Are ruined (fuck)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Cherry by Lana Del Rey are about the intensity of true love and how it feels like being in danger. The song begins with Lana Del Rey making a comparison between real love and the feeling of having to face danger, both of which make you fearless. She explains that a touch from one's true love is ecstatic and has the potential to replace something evil that was formerly inside us. With the repetition of the word "Fuck," one can sense the passionate and intense love she's talking about.


The chorus of Cherry is where she talks about falling apart when lovers aren't together, taking help of fruits and herbs in creating an ominous yet intoxicating atmosphere to make it more relatable. Lana Del Rey is known for her fascination with the glamour of darkness, which is evident in her songwriting as well. She explains how her rose garden dreams are destroyed, and her joyous memories are torn apart by the injuries left behind by her lover. Similarly, her celluloid scenes are also disjointed, and her mind and sanity are shattered. However, through her deeply-rooted affection, she confesses that she loves her partner so much that even when things fall apart, it’s worth it.


Overall, with Cherry, Lana Del Rey attempts to paint a portrait of an intense and passionate relationship that has its ups and downs, but is ultimately worth it. The song is about the all-consuming nature of love and the toll it can take on a person's mental and emotional wellbeing when things fall apart.


Line by Line Meaning

Love
Loving someone deeply is like not fearing anything, even in dangerous situations, because that love is so strong.


I said real love, it's like feeling no fear
This type of love is genuine and true, and it makes one feel fearless.


When you're standing in the face of danger
Even in threatening or scary situations, one feels calm and protected when they are with their real love.


'Cause you just want it so much
The desire for real love is powerful and intense, and it motivates a person to pursue it relentlessly.


A touch
Just the slightest physical contact with real love can be euphoric and transformative.


From your real love
This type of love must come from a genuine, authentic source in order to be meaningful and impactful.


It's like heaven taking the place of something evil
Real love has the power to replace negativity, toxicity, and pain with happiness and positivity.


And lettin' it burn off from the rush
The excitement and intensity of feeling real love can be overwhelming and intoxicating, almost like a drug.


Darlin', darlin', darlin'
A term of endearment used to refer to the loved one.


I fall to pieces when I'm with you, I fall to pieces
Being with the loved one is so overwhelming and emotional that it causes one to feel like they are falling apart.


My cherries and wine, rosemary and thyme
These are symbolic references to the sweetness and beauty of life, which are more enjoyable when shared with real love.


And all of my peaches (are ruined)
Everything good in life seems to be negatively impacted or ruined by not having real love.


Love, is it real love?
The song questions whether the love being experienced is truly real and genuine, or just a fleeting infatuation.


It's like smiling when the firing squad's against you
Real love gives one the strength to withstand even the worst situations with a positive attitude and outlook.


And you just stay lined up
In difficult times, one can rely on their real love to help them stay focused and strong.


Darlin', darlin', darlin'
A term of endearment used to refer to the loved one.


I fall to pieces when I'm with you, I fall to pieces (bitch)
Being with the loved one is so overwhelming and emotional that it causes one to feel like they are falling apart.


My cherries and wine, rosemary and thyme
These are symbolic references to the sweetness and beauty of life, which are more enjoyable when shared with real love.


And all of my peaches (are ruined, bitch)
Everything good in life seems to be negatively impacted or ruined by not having real love.


My rose garden dreams, set on fire by fiends
Hope and aspirations for the future are destroyed by negative influences and people.


And all my black beaches (are ruined)
Even the things that were once sources of comfort and happiness are no longer enjoyable without real love.


My celluloid scenes are torn at the seams
Memories and experiences that were once beautiful and cherished are now destroyed and ruined without real love.


And I fall to pieces (bitch)
Being without real love causes one to feel broken and shattered.


I fall to pieces when I'm with you
Being with the loved one is so overwhelming and emotional that it causes one to feel like they are falling apart.


‘Cause I love you so much, I fall to pieces
The intensity of the love causes the falling apart and emotional turmoil.


Are ruined (bitch)
This phrase emphasizes the negativity and ruin caused by the absence of real love.


Are ruined (fuck)
This phrase emphasizes the negativity and ruin caused by the absence of real love.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ELIZABETH GRANT, TIM LARCOMBE

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