Fists Of Love
Big Black (Rock) Lyrics
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Feel it, feel it
Feel my hand, feel my hand, feel my hand
Feel my arm, feel my arm
Feel my fist, feel my fist
Fists of love, fists of love, fists of love
Fists of love, fists of love, fists of love
Fists of love
The lyrics to "06 Fists of Love" by Big Black are introspective and packed with raw emotion. The repetition of "feel my hand, feel my arm, feel my fist" creates a sense of urgency and desperation, as if the singer is pleading for someone to understand them. When the lyrics shift to "fists of love," it is as if the singer is acknowledging the violence within them, but also positing that this violence comes from a place of intense emotion.
The abrupt ending with "no fuck mm" is a stark contrast to the emotional intensity of the rest of the lyrics. It is unclear what this phrase means in the larger context of the song, but it could be interpreted as a rejection of convention or societal expectations. Overall, the lyrics to "06 Fists of Love" are a visceral exploration of human emotion, violence, and intimacy.
Line by Line Meaning
Feel my hand, feel my hand, feel my hand
I want you to physically feel my hand, repeatedly.
Feel it, feel it
Emphasizing the previous line by urging you to really feel my hand.
Feel my arm, feel my arm
I want you to feel my entire arm now, not just my hand.
Feel my fist, feel my fist
I want you to feel the strength and power in my fist as well.
Fists of love, fists of love, fists of love
Despite the aggression of my physical presence, my fists represent love and passion.
Fists of love, fists of love, fists of love
My fists, which may appear violent, are truly an expression of love.
Fists of love
One last time, I want to emphasize that even though it may seem otherwise, my fists represent love and care.
No fuck mm
A sudden, abrupt end to the aggressive physical focus, possibly indicating a shift in emotional tone or intention.
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