Beetlebum
Blur Lyrics
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What you've done
She's a gun
Now what you've done
Beetlebum
Get nothing done
You beetlebum
Just get numb
Beetlebum
And when she lets me slip away
She turns me on then all my violence is gone
Nothing is wrong
I just slip away and I am gone
Nothing is wrong
She turns me on
I just slip away and I am gone
Beetlebum
Because you're young
She's a gun
Now what you've done
Beetlebum
She'll suck your thumb
She'll make you come
'Cause, she's your gun
Now what you've done
Beetlebum
And when she lets me slip away
She turns me on then all my violence is gone
Nothing is wrong
I just slip away and I am gone
There's nothing wrong
She turns me on
I just slip away and I am gone
He's on, he's on, he's on it
He's on, he's on, he's on it
He's on, he's on, he's on it
He's on, he's on, he's on it
He's on, he's on, he's on it
He's on, he's on, he's on it
He's on, he's on, he's on it
He's on, he's on, he's on it
The lyrics in Beetlebum by Blur seem to be about a relationship that has become toxic and addictive, with the use of "gun" and "numb" implying danger and lack of feeling at the same time. The line "When she lets me slip away, she turns me on and all my violence is gone" suggests that the singer is using this relationship to escape from their darker thoughts and tendencies. The use of the word "Beetlebum" itself is unclear in meaning, but it adds an element of surrealism to the lyrics that reflects the instability and confusion within the relationship.
The lyrics also touch on the concept of youth and how it can be a powerful force, but also one that can lead to dangerous situations. The line "Because you're young, she's a gun" implies that both the singer and their partner are reckless and inexperienced, and this is what draws them together. However, the consequences of their actions are also emphasized through the use of words like "come" and "gone", suggesting that this relationship is taking a toll on their emotional well-being and possibly their physical safety as well.
Overall, Beetlebum is a complex and ambiguous song with lyrics that can be interpreted in various ways. It touches on themes of addiction, escape, and youth, using surreal imagery and clever wordplay to deliver its message.
Line by Line Meaning
Beetlebum
Addressing someone with a nickname, possibly referencing drug use or a state of mind
What you've done
Questioning the actions of the person being addressed, as if they've caused a problem
She's a gun
Metaphor for a dangerous and alluring person, possibly a romantic partner or drug
Now what you've done
Repeating the question from earlier, emphasizing blame
Get nothing done
Suggesting that the person being addressed is distracted and unproductive due to the situation
You beetlebum
Insulting the person being addressed, possibly implying uselessness or weakness
Just get numb
Encouraging the person being addressed to dull their emotions or ignore the situation
And when she lets me slip away
Describing a moment when the person addressing the listener can forget their problems and feel free
She turns me on then all my violence is gone
Suggesting that the dangerous and alluring person mentioned earlier has a calming effect on the artist
Nothing is wrong
Emphasizing the feeling of freedom and lack of worry during the moment of escape
I just slip away and I am gone
Describing the feeling of complete detachment from reality during the moment of escape
Because you're young
Addressing the listener's youth and naivete, possibly warning them of the dangers involved
She'll suck your thumb
Metaphor for the alluring and controlling nature of the person being addressed
She'll make you come
Metaphor for the addictive and pleasurable nature of the person being addressed
'Cause, she's your gun
Reinforcing the dangerous and alluring nature of the person being addressed
He's on, he's on, he's on it
Repeating a phrase describing someone who is using or addicted to something, possibly emphasizing the theme of addiction throughout the song
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Steven Alexander James, David Rowntree, Damon Albarn, Graham Coxon
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@dedeshapsari7600
"Beetlebum"
Beetlebum
What you've done
She's a gun
Now what you've done
Beetlebum
Get nothing done
You beetlebum just get numb
Now what you've done
Beetlebum
And when she lets me slip away
She turns me on all my violence is gone
Nothing is wrong
I just slip away and I am gone
Nothing is wrong
She turns me on
I just slip away and I am gone
Beetlebum
Because you're young
She's a gun
Now what you've done
Beetlebum
She'll suck your thumb
She'll make you come
'Cause she's your gun
Now what you've done
Beetlebum
And when she lets me slip away
She turns me on all my violence is gone
Nothing is wrong
I just slip away and I am gone
There's nothing wrong
She turns me on
I just slip away and I am gone
He's on, he's on, he's on it [8x]
@xxxnoortjee
Beetlebum
What you've done
She's a gun
Now what you've done
Beetlebum
Get nothing done
You beetlebum just get numb
Now what you've done
Beetlebum
And when she lets me slip away
She turns me on all my violence is gone
Nothing is wrong
I just slip away and I am gone
Nothing is wrong
She turns me on
I just slip away and I am gone
Beetlebum
Because you're young
She's a gun
Now what you've done
Beetlebum
She'll suck your thumb
She'll make you come
'Cause she's your gun
Now what you've done
Beetlebum
And when she lets me slip away
She turns me on all my violence is gone
Nothing is wrong
I just slip away and I am gone
There's nothing wrong
She turns me on
I just slip away and I am gone
He's on, he's on, he's on it [8x
@ivanoliveira9551
Noel Gallagher: "If there was one song from Blur that I could make my own, I would pick Beetlebum. That song could have been written by The Beatles, that's how good it is!"
@thomascraymer8712
I hope this is an actual Noel Gallagher quote... considering how condescending him and Liam usually are, it is quite refreshing to hear him say something nice for once! They should do so more often!
@ivanoliveira9551
@@thomascraymer8712 I saw the video of him saying it himself in an interview, before AI became widespread so no deepfake.
They have their moments of "lucidity". TO be honest, I have a feeling that half of the tmes they were just being arrogant and stuff for the laughs. For the other half, they were just being themselves.
@jimjonesthreethousand6989
Who's ACTUALLY here for the song? Gee, you people need to appreciate the great music of Blur and not just Damon's incredibly dreamy and mesmerizing gaze that gives you the warm fuzzies...
@jacobmoyle5744
Dont jump to conclusions man. Im here for the music
@CelineRazavi
The Gaming Orange lol I’m not
@vanessavalentimdacruz284
me
@KatyGroves
Is it alright if we're here for both? Cause I'm here for both.
@k-leb4671
Let's be real - Alex James was the cutest member anyway.
@UltimateRecordCollecter69
The way Damon is staring into my soul is uncomfortable yet charming. I love him for that.