Just Like Jesse James
Cher Lyrics


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You're struttin' into town like you're slingin' a gun
Just a small town dude with a big city attitude
Honey are you lookin' for some trouble tonight
Well alright

You think you're so bad, drive the women folk wild
Shoot 'em all down with the flash of your pearly smile
Honey but you met your match tonight
Oh, that's right

You think you'll knock me off my feet
'Til I'm flat on the floor
'Til my heart is cryin' Indian and I'm begin' for more
So come on baby
Come on baby
Come on baby show me what that loaded gun is for

If you can give it
I can take it
'Cause if this heart is gonna break it's gonna take a lot to break it
I know tonight
Somebody's gonna win the fight
So if you're so tough
Come on and prove it

Your heart is down for the count and you know you're gonna lose it
Tonight you're gonna go down in flames
Just like Jesse James

You're an outlaw lover and I'm after your hide
Well you ain't so strong, won't be long 'til your hands are tied
Tonight I'm gonna take you in
Dead or Alive
That's right

You break the laws of love in the name of desire
Take ten steps back
'Cause I'm ready baby
Aim and fire
Baby there's nowhere you gonna run tonight
Ooh That's right

Well you've had your way with love but it's the end of the day
Now a team of wild horses couldn't drag your heart away

So come on baby
Come on baby

Come on baby you know there ain't nothing left to say

If you can give it
I can take it
'Cause if this heart is gonna break it's gonna take a lot to break it
I know tonight
Somebody's gonna win the fight
So if you're so tough
Come on and prove it

Your heart is down for the count and you know you're gonna lose it
Tonight you're gonna go down in flames
Just like Jesse James

You think you'll knock me off my feet
'til I'm flat on the floor
'Til my heart is cryin' Indian and I'm begin' for more
So come on baby
Come on baby
Come on baby
Come on

If you can give it
I can take it
'Cause if this heart is gonna break it's gonna take a lot to break it

I know tonight
Somebody's gonna win the fight
So if you're so tough
Come on and prove it
Your heart is down for the count and you know you're gonna lose it
Tonight you're gonna go down in flames
Just like Jesse James
Tonight you're gonna go down in flames
Just like Jesse James
Tonight you're gonna go down in flames
Just like Jesse James





I'm gonna shoot ya down Jesse James

Overall Meaning

The song "Just Like Jesse James" by Cher was released in 1989 and the lyrics tell the story of a confident and cocky man who thinks he can win over any woman he wants. Cher, however, is not impressed by his arrogance and challenges him to prove his toughness. She compares him to the famous outlaw Jesse James, implying that he is about to meet his match in her. Cher says she won't be easily won over and is ready for a fight if necessary. The song is a blend of rock and pop, with a powerful chorus and striking instrumental parts.


The song was written by Desmond Child, who was known for his collaborations with many popular artists, including Aerosmith, Bon Jovi, and Ricky Martin. Desmond stated that the song was originally written for Bonnie Raitt but it was eventually sold to Cher. The song was produced by Jon Bon Jovi and Richie Sambora. The music video for "Just Like Jesse James" was directed by Marty Callner and featured Cher in a variety of outfits and scenes, including a western-style costume to match the Jesse James theme.


Line by Line Meaning

You're struttin' into town like you're slingin' a gun
You're walking into this situation with a lot of confidence


Just a small town dude with a big city attitude
You're from a small town but act like you're from a big city


Honey are you lookin' for some trouble tonight
Are you trying to start a fight?


Well alright
Okay, let's do it


You think you're so bad, drive the women folk wild
You believe you're irresistible to women


Shoot 'em all down with the flash of your pearly smile
You can win over women just by flashing your smile


Honey but you met your match tonight
You've finally met your match


Oh, that's right
Yes, indeed


You think you'll knock me off my feet
You believe you can easily defeat me


'Til I'm flat on the floor
Until I'm completely defeated


'Til my heart is cryin' Indian and I'm begin' for more
Until I'm fully heartbroken and begging for more love


So come on baby
Let's do this


Come on baby
Come on


Come on baby show me what that loaded gun is for
Let's see what you're made of


If you can give it
If you can handle it


I can take it
I can handle it


'Cause if this heart is gonna break it's gonna take a lot to break it
My heart is strong and hard to break


I know tonight
I'm certain that tonight


Somebody's gonna win the fight
One of us will be victorious


So if you're so tough
If you're really as tough as you say you are


Come on and prove it
Show me what you've got


Your heart is down for the count and you know you're gonna lose it
You're already at a disadvantage and you know you're going to lose


Tonight you're gonna go down in flames
You're going to fail miserably tonight


You're an outlaw lover and I'm after your hide
You have a reputation for being a troublemaker and I'm going to get you


Well you ain't so strong, won't be long 'til your hands are tied
You're not as tough as you think, and it won't be long until you're captured


Tonight I'm gonna take you in
I'm going to apprehend you tonight


Dead or Alive
I don't care if you're alive or dead


You break the laws of love in the name of desire
You're breaking the rules of love for the sake of fulfilling your own desires


Take ten steps back
You need to back off


'Cause I'm ready baby
Because I'm prepared


Aim and fire
Ready to take action


Baby there's nowhere you gonna run tonight
You won't be able to escape tonight


Ooh That's right
Yes, indeed


Well you've had your way with love but it's the end of the day
You've had your fun with love, but that time is over


Now a team of wild horses couldn't drag your heart away
You've become very attached to your current lover


Come on baby you know there ain't nothing left to say
There's nothing else to talk about


Tonight you're gonna go down in flames
You'll fail miserably tonight


I'm gonna shoot ya down Jesse James
I'm going to take you down




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Realsongs
Written by: Desmond Child, Diane Eve Warren

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