There are at least two bands by this name:

1) Baskerville‘s debut al… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least two bands by this name:

1) Baskerville‘s debut album has been released in 2010 with vocal guest appearances by Pete Philly, EVO ( who did the vocal parts on the hitrecord ‘I Wanna Be' from ChocolatePuma (nr. 2 Uk-Charts)), E1TEN, Jaqeuline Govaerts (former Krezip) and Michael "CLIP" Payne (Member of the P-funk Allstars).

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2) Obscure heavy metal band from Tokyo, Japan. Has released two albums, Winter Notes (2004) and The Sign of Six (2011)

Gun For Hire
Baskerville Lyrics

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Kiss me better
You kill me better
Better right now

I'm a toy, in your hand
To destroy, on demand
You'd better, you'd better
You'd better you'd better.

Take all before you come
You'd better kill the doorman too
Take all and do it slow
Tell the devil I'm coming home

You'd better, you'd better
Take all before you go...

I'm a toy, a 'point man'
I destroy, on demand
You'd better
Hold me under
You'd better
Push me over
You'd better
Point the train around
You'd better.

Kiss me better
You kill me better
Better right now

Take all before you go
You'd better kill the children too
Take all and do me slow
Tell the devil I'm coming home

You'd better, you'd better
Take all before you go...

I'm a toy, in your hand
To destroy, on demand
You'd better, you'd better
You'd better
You'd better.

Kiss me better
You kill me better
Better right now

Better
Hold me under
Kiss me better
Push me over
You kill me better
Pull my train about
Better right now

Hold me under, Push me over
Pull my train right down

I'm a toy, a 'point man'
To destroy, on demand
You'd better, you'd better
You'd better you'd better.

Kiss me better

You kill me better
Better right now.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Baskerville's song "Gun For Hire" portray the perspective of someone who is caught up in a dangerous relationship, being used by their partner as a means to an end. The opening lines "Kiss me better, you kill me better, better right now" set the tone for their bizarre and twisted dynamic. The singer of the song is referred to as a "toy, in your hand" indicating their lack of control and autonomy in the situation. They are willing to do whatever it takes to please their partner, even if it means being the "point man" and engaging in destructive behavior on their behalf.

The chorus repeats the phrase "take all before you go, you'd better kill the doorman too" which can be interpreted as the partner wanting everything for themselves and not leaving any loose ends. The singer is being used as a weapon, a "gun for hire," to carry out the partner's command with no regard for the consequences. The second verse seems to repeat these themes with similar imagery and violent suggestions, adding in the notion that the partner wants the singer to "kill the children too." All throughout, the singer is pleading for their partner's attention and affection by saying "kiss me better" and "you kill me better." The song ends with the same message but with a more frenzied energy, possibly indicating that the singer has lost control and is now consumed by their obsession.

Line by Line Meaning

Kiss me better
I want you to kiss me, to make me feel better emotionally or physically.

You kill me better
You bring me pleasure, excitement, or satisfaction more than anyone else ever has.

Better right now
I desire your love or attention right away, without any delay or hesitation.

I'm a toy, in your hand
I am completely under your control or influence, like a toy that can be manipulated however you want.

To destroy, on demand
You can use me to cause harm or ruin as you see fit, whenever you want.

You'd better, you'd better
You must do what I'm asking, or you'll face consequences.

Take all before you come
You should take everything you want or need to satisfy yourself, before you leave or move on to something else.

You'd better kill the doorman too
You should eliminate anyone who tries to stop you or stand in your way, even if it means causing harm to others.

Take all and do it slow
You should take your time enjoying or savoring everything you want or have, without any rush or urgency.

Tell the devil I'm coming home
I am confident that I will do bad things or make mistakes, but I'm ready to face the consequences and accept them as my fate.

Take all before you go...
You should take everything you want or need to satisfy yourself, before you leave or move on to something else.

I'm a toy, a 'point man'
I am being used as a pawn or frontman, to carry out someone else's orders or plans behind the scenes.

Hold me under, Push me over
You can control me physically or emotionally, by forcing me down or pushing me beyond my limits.

Pull my train about
You can lead me anywhere you want or take me on a ride, without resistance or objection.

Better
What you are doing or offering is more desirable or fulfilling than anything or anyone else.

Hold me under
You can restrain or suffocate me, giving you more power or dominance over me.

Push me over
You can make me fall or stumble, leaving me vulnerable or exposed to your whims.

You kill me better
You bring me pleasure, excitement, or satisfaction more than anyone else ever has.

Pull my train right down
You can control my life or destiny completely, dictating where I go or who I become.

Kiss me better
I want you to kiss me, to make me feel better emotionally or physically.

You kill me better
You bring me pleasure, excitement, or satisfaction more than anyone else ever has.

Better right now
I desire your love or attention right away, without any delay or hesitation.

I'm a toy, in your hand
I am completely under your control or influence, like a toy that can be manipulated however you want.

To destroy, on demand
You can use me to cause harm or ruin as you see fit, whenever you want.

You'd better, you'd better
You must do what I'm asking, or you'll face consequences.

Take all before you go
You should take everything you want or need to satisfy yourself, before you leave or move on to something else.

You'd better kill the children too
You should not leave any witnesses or survivors, even if it means causing harm or death to innocent people.

Take all and do me slow
You should take your time enjoying or savoring everything you want or have, without any rush or urgency.