Something's Gotta Give
(Fallout: New Vegas OST) Bing Crosby Lyrics
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Something's got to give
Something's got to give
When an irresistible force such as you
Meets an old immovable object like me
You can bet just as sure as you live
Something's got to give
Something's got to give
When an irrepressible smile such as yours
Warms an old implacable heart such as mine
Don't say no, because I insist
Somewhere, somehow, someone's got to be kissed
So, en garde, who knows what the fates might have in store?
From their vast mysterious sky?
I'll try hard ignoring those lips that I adore
But how long can anyone try?
Fight, fight, fight, fight, fight it with all of our might
Chances are some heavenly star-spangled night
We'll find out just as sure as we live
Something's got to give
Something's got to give
Something's got to give
Fight fight fight it with all of your might
Chances are that some heavenly star-spangled night
We'll find out just as sure as we live
Something's got to give
Something's got to give
Something's got to give
Something's got to give
Something's got to give
Aw, let's tear it up !
The lyrics of "Something's Gotta Give" by Bing Crosby are a conversation between two people who seem to be at an impasse in their relationship. The singer describes himself as an "old immovable object" while his love interest is described as an "irresistible force". This suggests that they are very different people and that their personalities clash. However, the singer is drawn to her and cannot resist her charms.
He begins by stating that "something's got to give", indicating that a change needs to occur in their relationship because they cannot continue as they are. This sentiment is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the urgency of the situation. The singer acknowledges that he is resistant to change ("an old implacable heart such as mine"), but he cannot deny the effect that she has on him ("an irrepressible smile such as yours").
The song builds to a climactic moment where the singer declares that they must fight for their love, with the hope that eventually, they will find a way to be together. The final line of the song, "Let's tear it up!", suggests a passionate desire to overcome the obstacles in their way and make their love work.
Overall, "Something's Gotta Give" is a hopeful but bittersweet song that captures the tension and uncertainty of a relationship on the brink of change.
Line by Line Meaning
Something's got to give
There needs to be a change or resolution in this situation.
When an irresistible force such as you
Referring to the other person's magnetic personality and charm.
Meets an old immovable object like me
Referring to the singer's stubbornness or reluctance to change.
When an irrepressible smile such as yours
Referring to the other person's captivating smile.
Warms an old implacable heart such as mine
Referring to the singer's hardened, unyielding heart.
Don't say no, because I insist
The singer is determined to pursue the other person, regardless of obstacles.
Somewhere, somehow, someone's got to be kissed
Someone needs to take action and make a move in this situation.
So, en garde, who knows what the fates might have in store?
Referring to the unpredictability of destiny and the unknown future.
From their vast mysterious sky?
Referring to the great unknown, the endless possibility of life's path.
I'll try hard ignoring those lips that I adore
The singer is struggling to resist temptation and desire for the other person.
But how long can anyone try?
The singer recognizes the difficulty of resisting temptation indefinitely.
Fight, fight, fight, fight, fight it with all of our might
The singer is urging both parties to put in effort in resolving the situation.
Chances are some heavenly star-spangled night
Referring to a moment of serendipity or fate working its magic.
We'll find out just as sure as we live
The resolution to the situation will become clear in time.
Aw, let's tear it up !
Let's have some fun, excitement, and shake things up.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOHNNY MERCER
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