Born in Makati City, Philippines, Camile Velasco's family later moved to Haiku, Maui—located in the islands of Hawaii. Prior to American Idol, Velasco was a struggling songwriter/composer who worked at her parents' IHOP Restaurant in Kahului. She has since released a single with Universal/Motown, headlined events in California, Hawaii, and elsewhere, and is currently working in the studio to complete an album.
Desperado
Camile Velasco Lyrics
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Why dont you come to your senses
You've been out riding fences
For so long now
Oh you're a hard one
I know that you've got your reasons
And the things that are pleasin you
Can hurt you somehow
Dont you try the queen of diamonds, boy
She'll beat you when she's able
Know the queen of hearts
Is always your best bet
But it seems to me the finest things
Have been laid upon your table
But you only want the ones that you cant get
Desperado why dont you come to your senses
You better let somebody love you
Let somebody love you
You better let somebody love you
Before it's too late
Too late
Too late
Before it's too late..
The song "Desperado" by Camile Velasco is about someone who is in a state of confusion and needs to find love before it is too late. The singer is speaking to a desperado, a person who has been riding fences for far too long now. This person is tough and has their reasons for not letting anyone in, yet the singer knows that seeking out pleasure can sometimes cause pain. The desperado is warned not to try the queen of diamonds because she will beat him, but the queen of hearts is a better bet. However, the desperado only wants the things that he cannot have, and he remains lost and alone.
The overall message is clear: the desperado needs to come to his senses and let someone love him before it is too late. It is a warning to not let opportunities for love pass by, and to not focus solely on the things that are unattainable. The themes of seeking pleasure, the risk of getting hurt, and the importance of love are all conveyed through the lyrics of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Desperado
The singer addresses someone as a desperado.
Why dont you come to your senses
The singer questions why the desperado doesn't come to their senses.
You've been out riding fences
The singer expresses that the desperado has been riding fences for a long time.
For so long now
The artist emphasizes that the desperado has been riding fences for a significant amount of time.
Oh you're a hard one
The artist characterizes the desperado as a difficult individual.
I know that you've got your reasons
The singer acknowledges that the desperado has their reasons for their actions.
And the things that are pleasin you
The singer states that the desperado is enjoying certain things.
Can hurt you somehow
The artist warns the desperado that those things can harm them in some way.
Dont you try the queen of diamonds, boy
The artist advises the desperado not to try the queen of diamonds.
She'll beat you when she's able
The artist warns the desperado that the queen of diamonds will defeat them if given the chance.
Know the queen of hearts
The singer informs the desperado about the queen of hearts.
Is always your best bet
The artist advises the desperado that the queen of hearts is their best option.
But it seems to me the finest things
The singer observes that the best things in life are available to the desperado.
Have been laid upon your table
The singer implies that the desperado has been given many opportunities.
But you only want the ones that you cant get
The singer criticizes the desperado for only wanting things they can't have.
You better let somebody love you
The artist advises the desperado to let someone love them.
Let somebody love you
The artist reiterates their advice for the desperado to allow themselves to be loved by someone.
Before it's too late
The singer warns the desperado that they need to do this before it's too late.
Too late
The singer emphasizes that time is running out for the desperado to change their ways.
Before it's too late..
The artist repeats their warning to the desperado.
Contributed by Austin C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
RikkuXOXO
I wanted her to win season 3 but she did not, I was so sad when she got eliminated. Her voice is really good, I like its huskiness.
Jane Scotts
she has a unique voice! one the best in idol.
pino Ipinipn
shes not out of tune tf. shes awesome ilove her
Embcii Bee
Eli-Mac killin it!!!... happy shes doing her own thing now... Love all her songs especially Mr Sensi
kariatcp
i really like her version of this song.
edmyr vespucci
i love Camile. She was my favorite one from this season.
justinchester0018
Love her voice!
Kaljath Panthermage
This was actually my only favorite performance of her's. She did try to raise her game. A for effort.
Phil King Guitar Sounds of the 60's
Seems so long ago now, I have never forgotten her eyes beautiful smile. I loved all the songs she sang.
quequegs
Yeah, she has a pretty voice, I love the soul/country thing she has going on. Go on girl!!!