Love Me
Danzig Lyrics


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Treat me like a fool,
Treat me mean and cruel,
But love me.

Wring my faithful heart,
Tear it all apart,
But love me.
If you ever go,
Darling, I'll be oh so lonely
I'll be sad and blue,
Crying over you, dear only.

I would beg and steal
Just to feel your heart
Beatin' close to mine

Well, if you ever go,
Darling, I'll be oh so lonely
I'll be sad and blue,
Crying over you, dear only.

I would beg and steal
Just to feel your heart
Beatin' close to mine

Well, if you ever go,
Darling, I'll be oh so lonely
Beggin' on knees,




All I ask is please, please love me
Oh yeah

Overall Meaning

In the song "Love Me" by Danzig, the lyrics convey a sense of desperation and yearning for love, even in the face of mistreatment and cruelty. The repeated plea to "Treat me like a fool, treat me mean and cruel, but love me" speaks to a willingness to endure pain and suffering as long as they receive love in return. This paradoxical request reflects the complex emotions often present in toxic or intense relationships where the desire for affection outweighs the need for respect or kindness.


The imagery of having one's heart wrung and torn apart reinforces the idea of enduring emotional pain for the sake of love. The vulnerability and loyalty expressed in the lines "wring my faithful heart, tear it all apart, but love me" suggest a willingness to sacrifice one's own well-being for the sake of maintaining a connection with a loved one, even if it comes at a great cost.


The lyrics also touch on the fear of abandonment and loneliness that can accompany intense emotional attachments. The singer laments the prospect of being alone, expressing their sadness and longing for the presence of their beloved. The lines "If you ever go, darling, I'll be oh so lonely, crying over you, dear only" capture the profound sense of loss and despair that would come with the end of the relationship.


The repeated refrain of "I would beg and steal just to feel your heart beatin' close to mine" highlights the desperation and passion that underpin the singer's plea for love. The desire to be close to their partner, even at the cost of their own dignity and morality, speaks to the consuming nature of love and the lengths to which one may go to maintain a connection with a cherished loved one. Overall, the lyrics of "Love Me" by Danzig depict a tumultuous and intense longing for love, characterized by a willingness to endure suffering and sacrifice for the sake of a deep emotional bond.


Line by Line Meaning

Treat me like a fool,
Don't take me seriously, underestimate me


Treat me mean and cruel,
Be harsh and unkind towards me


But love me.
But show me affection and care.


Wring my faithful heart,
Squeeze the loyalty out of my heart


Tear it all apart,
Destroy it completely


But love me.
Still, show me love and compassion


If you ever go,
In case you leave


Darling, I'll be oh so lonely
I will feel extremely isolated and sad


I'll be sad and blue,
I will be melancholic and despondent


Crying over you, dear only.
Bawling solely for you


I would beg and steal
I would do anything, even unlawful things


Just to feel your heart
Just to experience your emotions


Beatin' close to mine
Pulsating near mine


Beggin' on knees,
Pleading desperately on my knees


All I ask is please, please love me
All I want is your love


Oh yeah
An expression of agreement or satisfaction




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Jerry Leiber, Mike Stoller

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