Shoot To Thrill
AC/DS Lyrics


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All you women who want a man of the street
But you don't know which way you want to turn
Just keep a coming and put your hand out to me
'Cause I'm the one who's gonna make you burn

I'm gonna take you down - down, down, down
So don't you fool around
I'm gonna pull it, pull it, pull the trigger

Shoot to thrill, play to kill
Too many women with too many pills
Shoot to thrill, play to kill
I got my gun at the ready, gonna fire at will
Yeah

I'm like evil, I get under your skin
Just like a bomb that's ready to blow
'Cause I'm illegal, I got everything
That all you women might need to know

I'm gonna take you down - yeah, down, down, down
So don't you fool around
I'm gonna pull it, pull it, pull the trigger

Shoot to thrill, play to kill
Too many women with too many pills
Shoot to thrill, play to kill
I got my gun at the ready, gonna fire at will
'Cause I shoot to thrill, and I'm ready to kill
I can't get enough, I can't get the thrill
I shoot to thrill, play to kill
Yeah, pull the trigger
Pull it,

Pull it, pull it, pull the trigger

Oh
Shoot to thrill, play to kill
Too many women, with too many pills
I said, shoot to thrill, play to kill
I got my gun at the ready, gonna fire at will
'Cause I shoot to thrill, and I'm ready to kill
And I can't get enough, and I can't get my thrill
Cause I shoot to thrill, play it again

Yeah

Shoot you down
Yeah
I'm gonna get you to the bottom and shoot you
I'm gonna shoot you
Oh hoo yeah yeah yeah

I'm gonna shoot you down yeah yeah
I'm gonna get you down
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
Shoot you, shoot you, shoot you, shoot you down
Shoot you, shoot you, shoot you down
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, ooooooh

I'm gonna shoot to thrill
Play to kill
Shoot to thrill





Yeah, ooh yeah

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to AC/DC's song "Shoot To Thrill" are an energetic representation of the raw rock and roll sound that the band is known for. The lyrics describe a man who is both fearless and dangerous with the power to make women burn. The opening lines are directed at women who are seeking a man of the street but are unsure of which direction to turn. The singer offers himself as a solution to their uncertainty and promises to make them burn.


The chorus of the song serves as a powerful anthem for the singer, who claims to "shoot to thrill" and "play to kill." He warns of the dangers of women with "too many pills" and boasts of his readiness to kill. The lyrics describe him as being like a bomb that is "ready to blow" and possessing everything that all of the women might need to know. The song's energy and attitude are unapologetic and fierce, amplifying the rebellious spirit of rock and roll music.


The song was originally released on the album "Back in Black" in 1980 and became an instant classic. Its popularity has only grown over time, as it has been featured in numerous movies, TV shows, and video games. The song was included in the soundtrack of Marvel's Iron Man 2 and has also been used in trailers for movies like The Expendables and Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation. It is a staple of classic rock radio and is often performed live by cover bands and tribute acts.


Line by Line Meaning

All you women who want a man of the street But you don't know which way you want to turn Just keep a coming and put your hand out to me 'Cause I'm the one who's gonna make you burn
Addressing women who want a rough man's love, but can't decide who to choose. Come to me, I'll show you who's boss.


I'm gonna take you down - down, down, down So don't you fool around I'm gonna pull it, pull it, pull the trigger
I'll take you for a ride, don't play dumb. I'll shoot you down without hesitation.


Shoot to thrill, play to kill Too many women with too many pills Shoot to thrill, play to kill I got my gun at the ready, gonna fire at will Yeah
I shoot for fun and I'll never miss my target. I see too many women wasting their lives away, but not me. I'm always locked and loaded.


I'm like evil, I get under your skin Just like a bomb that's ready to blow 'Cause I'm illegal, I got everything That all you women might need to know
I'm like a dangerous sickness, spreading through your veins. I'm bad news, but women can't resist me. They should have been cautious about getting involved with me.


Shoot to thrill, play to kill Too many women with too many pills Shoot to thrill, play to kill I got my gun at the ready, gonna fire at will 'Cause I shoot to thrill, and I'm ready to kill I can't get enough, I can't get the thrill I shoot to thrill, play to kill Yeah, pull the trigger Pull it, pull it, pull the trigger
I love the thrill of the hunt, and I won't stop until I've conquered my prey. Women with drug addictions are no different, and I have my sights set on them. I'm always armed and ready to use force. I shoot to kill, and I'm always seeking more action.


Oh Shoot to thrill, play to kill Too many women, with too many pills I said, shoot to thrill, play to kill I got my gun at the ready, gonna fire at will 'Cause I shoot to thrill, and I'm ready to kill And I can't get enough, and I can't get my thrill 'Cause I shoot to thrill, play it again Yeah
I can't get enough of the rush and the power that comes from violence. Women with drug problems are everywhere, and I'm always lurking in the shadows, ready to strike. I'm always seeking more action, and I'll never be satisfied.


Shoot you down Yeah I'm gonna get you to the bottom and shoot you I'm gonna shoot you Oh hoo yeah yeah yeah I'm gonna shoot you down yeah yeah I'm gonna get you down Yeah yeah yeah yeah Shoot you, shoot you, shoot you, shoot you down Shoot you, shoot you, shoot you down Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, ooooooh
I'm determined to take my enemies down, no matter the cost. They'll fall hard and fast at my feet. I'm always ready to shoot, and won't hesitate to pull the trigger.


I'm gonna shoot to thrill Play to kill Shoot to thrill Yeah, ooh yeah
I'm always in the game, and I play to win. I shoot to thrill and to take life. No one can match my skills.




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1:32 Jesus in the house

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@lanuyangerjamir3852

That person who choose this song to be in ironman should have a special place in heaven

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Damn straight

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@MrRickkramer

Impossible when you’re on the Highway to Hell

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