Warning Sign
Eddie Rabbitt Lyrics
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But I paid no mind
I just kept on
Rolling on
I saw that warning sign
But I had no time
I was
Headin' for your arms
I saw that warning sign
But I just went blind
Never read a word
That it said
Woe is me
Drivin' down this dead-end street
I must be out of my head
Danger, heartbreak ahead
Danger, heartbreak ahead
I never read a word it said
But it said, "Danger, heartbreak ahead"
I saw that warning sign
It was in your eyes
It was flashing off and on
I saw that warning sign
But I kissed your lips
I just couldn't do no wrong
I saw that warning sign
And it felt so fine
I fall in love with every word you say
Woe is me
Drivin' down this dead-end street
I must be out of my head
Danger, heartbreak ahead
Danger, heartbreak ahead
I never read a word it said
But it said, "Danger, heartbreak ahead"
I saw that warning sign
But I just went blind
Never read a word
That it said
Woe is me
Drivin' down this dead-end street
I must be out of my head
Danger, heartbreak ahead
Danger, heartbreak ahead
I never read a word it said
But it said, "Danger, heartbreak ahead"
Danger ahead
The song "Warning Sign" by Eddie Rabbitt is a cautionary tale about a person who ignores the signs that they should stay away from someone they love. In the verses, Rabbitt sings about seeing a warning sign, but disregarding it because he was too focused on being with the person he loves. He knows that danger and heartbreak may be ahead, but he cannot resist the temptation. Rabbitt describes feeling out of his mind and driving down a dead-end street, both symbolic of the danger he is facing by pursuing this person. However, he remains blind to the warning signs and ultimately ends up getting hurt.
The chorus of the song reinforces the danger and heartbreak warning. Rabbitt mentions that he never read the warning sign, but he knew it was there. He acknowledges that the sign was flashing in his loved one's eyes, but he was too infatuated to listen. The repetition of the phrase "danger, heartbreak ahead" emphasizes the severity of the situation and the potential consequences of ignoring warning signs.
"Warning Sign" explores themes of love, infatuation, and caution. It warns listeners to pay attention to red flags and not to ignore the signs that could lead to heartbreak. It also illustrates the pull of attraction and the difficulty of making rational decisions when emotions are involved.
Line by Line Meaning
I saw that warning sign
The singer noticed a warning signal.
But I paid no mind
The singer chose to ignore it.
I just kept on
The singer continued on their path without changingcourse.
Rolling on
The artist was determined to keep going.
But I had no time
The artist felt time-pressure and ignored the warning.
I was Headin' for your arms
The singer was going to be with their loved one.
But I just went blind
The singer chose ignorance over knowledge.
Never read a word
The artist didn't take the time to comprehend it.
That it said
The warning was missed or not taken seriously.
Woe is me
The artist regrets not heeding the warning.
Drivin' down this dead-end street
The singer is stuck on this path.
I must be out of my head
The artist realizes they made a mistake.
Danger, heartbreak ahead
The warning was about imminent danger and sadness.
It was in your eyes
The warning was given non-verbally through the love interest's eyes.
It was flashing off and on
The warning was persistent.
But I kissed your lips
The artist chose romance over caution.
I just couldn't do no wrong
The artist felt invincible.
And it felt so fine
In that moment, it felt like the right thing to do.
I fall in love with every word you say
The singer is completely enamored with their love interest.
Danger ahead
The consequences of ignoring warnings are coming to fruition.
Contributed by Brody C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
countrygrrl43
I love the rockabilly style of this song, it's so fun to listen to. Eddie had so many great songs but I don't hear them on the radio. "Drivin' My Life Away", "I Love A Rainy Night" and "Two Dollars In The Jukebox" are great songs, too, but he had so many more that I wish would get played.
Daniel Burns
this song went to #4 on the country charts in 1985!!!
William B
nemesisgenius agreed should have went to # 1
Muzikgirl67
JUST AS GOOD AS GOLD!!...Thank you soooo much for posting and sharing this lil' country ditty that reached #4 on the charts for Eddie back during the springtine of 1985...I thoroughly enjoyed it!...(and the sound quality is quite nice too!)...Take care!! :)
suitcase
The Best!!!!
Lucas Duenez
I'm diametrically opposed to country but goddamn do I love me somathis
William B
Danger heartbreak ahead , I saw the warning sign also but ignored it too one too many times
Dave Wollenberg
Chris, that's 'you're'.Why do SO many folks spell it wrong?
Dave Wollenberg
Sorry, Chris. Didn't mean to make you mad! I like to proofread whatever I comment on.