Ring of Fire
Cash Johnny Lyrics
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And it makes a fiery ring
Bound by wild desire
I fell into a ring of fire
I fell into a burnin' ring of fire
I went down, down, down
And the flames went higher
The ring of fire, the ring of fire
I fell into a burnin' ring of fire
I went down, down, down
And the flames went higher
And it burns, burns, burns
The ring of fire, the ring of fire
The taste of love is sweet
When hearts like ours meet
I fell for you like a child
Oh, but the fire went wild
I fell into a burnin' ring of fire
I went down, down, down
And the flames went higher
And it burns, burns, burns
The ring of fire, the ring of fire
I fell into a burnin' ring of fire
I went down, down, down
And the flames went higher
And it burns, burns, burns
The ring of fire, the ring of fire
And it burns, burns, burns
The ring of fire, the ring of fire
The ring of fire, the ring of fire
The song "Ring of Fire" was written by June Carter Cash and Merle Kilgore and recorded by Johnny Cash in 1963. The lyrics are about falling in love, which is compared to a burning sensation, symbolized by a ring of fire. The singer reflects on the intense passion and wild desire he felt for his lover and how it consumed him completely. The metaphor of the ring of fire is repeatedly used to describe the intensity and all-consuming nature of his love.
As the song progresses, the lyrics suggest that the fire of love burns hotter and hotter until it feels like it’s about to consume the singer. Despite the pain and intensity of the love, he admits that he cannot help but want more. The song highlights the beauty and danger of falling in love and the powerful hold it can have over us.
Overall, "Ring of Fire" is a great example of Johnny Cash's signature sound, blending traditional country music with rockabilly and folk influences. The song’s catchy melody, memorable chorus, and great guitar riff make it an instant classic and a fan favorite.
Line by Line Meaning
Love is a burnin' thing
Love can be consuming and intense
And it makes a fiery ring
Love can encompass and surround us like a ring of fire
Bound by wild desire
Feeling completely consumed by passion and longing
I fell into a ring of fire
I was completely taken over by love and desire
The taste of love is sweet
Love can be a wonderful and enjoyable experience
When hearts like ours meet
When two people with similar desires and affection come together
I fell for you like a child
I became enamored with you like a naive and innocent person
Oh, but the fire went wild
But the passion and intensity of my love became wild and uncontrollable
I fell into a burnin' ring of fire
I became completely consumed by my love and desire
I went down, down, down
I became deeply immersed in my passion
And the flames went higher
My passion and desire intensified
And it burns, burns, burns
My love and passion continue to consume me
The ring of fire, the ring of fire
The all-consuming power of my love and desire
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Written by: June Carter, Merle Kilgore
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