In for the kill
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But when we start making fires
We get ever so hot
Whether we like it or not
They say we can love who we trust
But what is love without lust?
Two hearts with accurate devotions
And what are feelings without emotions?
I'm going in for the kill
I'm doing it for a thrill
Oh I'm hoping you'll understand
And not let go of my hand
(x2)
I hang my hopes out on the line
Will they be ready for you in time
If you leave them out too long
They'll be withered by the sun
Full stops and exclamation marks
My words stumble before I start
How far can you send emotions?
Can this bridge cross the ocean?
I'm going in for the kill
I'm doing it for a thrill
Oh I'm hoping you'll understand
And not let go of my hand
(x2)
Let's go to war
To make peace
Let's be cold
To create heat
I hope in darkness
We can see
And you're not blinded by the light from me
I'm going in for the kill
I'm doing it for a thrill
Oh I'm hoping you'll understand
And not let go of my hand
The lyrics of "In for the Kill" by La Roux are about the complexities of love, lust, and emotions. The first verse talks about how we try to resist our desires, but eventually, we give in and get caught up in the heat of the moment. The second verse explores the idea that love without lust is not complete, and that true love requires both accurate devotion and intense emotions. The chorus expresses the singer's feeling of impulsively diving into a passionate relationship, which is as risky as it is thrilling.
The bridge suggests that sometimes opposing forces need to come together to achieve a greater goal, like creating peace by making war or generating heat by being cold. The lyrics continue by expressing hope that in the darkness, we can see the truth and that others won't be blinded by the singer's light.
Overall, "In for the Kill" is a song that celebrates the thrill and danger of taking risks in love, but it also acknowledges the emotional complexity of relationships and the importance of finding a balance between the different aspects of love.
Line by Line Meaning
We can fight our desires
We have the ability to resist our urges
But when we start making fires
However, when we give in to our desires, they become intense
We get ever so hot
Our passion becomes increasingly intense
Whether we like it or not
Regardless of our preferences, our passion cannot be controlled
They say we can love who we trust
Some believe that we can only love those we can trust
But what is love without lust?
However, without passion, love loses its meaning
Two hearts with accurate devotions
When two individuals are fully committed to each other
And what are feelings without emotions?
But without passion, emotions alone are not enough
I'm going in for the kill
I am taking a risk to get what I want
I'm doing it for a thrill
I am seeking excitement and entertainment
Oh I'm hoping you'll understand
I am hoping that you will see things from my perspective
And not let go of my hand
And stay with me through it all
I hang my hopes out on the line
I am putting my hopes on the line, risking everything
Will they be ready for you in time
I wonder if my hopes will be enough for you when you need them
If you leave them out too long
If my hopes are neglected for too long
They'll be withered by the sun
They will be destroyed by the harsh reality of life
Full stops and exclamation marks
Punctuation marks that indicate a pause or excitement
My words stumble before I start
I struggle to express myself before acting
How far can you send emotions?
Is it possible to convey emotions over a long distance?
Can this bridge cross the ocean?
Is there a way to connect across the vast distance between us?
Let's go to war
Let's fight for what we want
To make peace
So that we can find a resolution that benefits both of us
Let's be cold
Let's be rational and unemotional
To create heat
To create passion and intensity
I hope in darkness
I hope that even in difficult times
We can see
We can still find a way forward
And you're not blinded by the light from me
You are not overwhelmed or blinded by my passion
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Written by: BEN LANGMAID, ELLY JACKSON
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