Desperado
Dean Kane Lyrics
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You been out ridin' fences for so long now
Oh, you're a hard one
I know that you got your reasons
These things that are pleasin' you
Can hurt you somehow
Don' you draw the queen of diamonds, boy
You know the queen of heats is always your best bet
Now it seems to me, some fine things
Have been laid upon your table
But you only want the ones that you can't get
Desperado, oh, you ain't gettin' no youger
Your pain and your hunger, they're drivin' you home
And freedom, oh freedom well, that's just some people talkin'
Your prison is walking through this world all alone
Don't your feet get cold in the winter time?
The sky won't snow and the sun won't shine
It's hard to tell the night time from the day
You're loosin' all your highs and lows
Ain't it funny how the feeling goes away?
Desperado, why don't you come to your senses?
Come down from your fences, open the gate
It may be rainin', but there's a rainbow above you
You better let somebody love you, before it's too late
Dean Kane's song Desperado is a poignant ballad about a man who is lost and alone, and the plea for him to come back to reality. Through its lyrics, the song addresses the desperado, who has been out riding fences for so long, and his hard shell mentality that keeps him from allowing himself to be vulnerable. He is a hard one, and the singer acknowledges that he has his reasons for his actions, but also warns him that the things that he seeks might bring him pain.
The lyrics of the song also talk about the consequences that come with the desperado's actions. He is advised not to draw the queen of diamonds, for she will defeat him, and that the queen of hearts is a better option. The desperation and loneliness of the desperado's life are also emphasized, as he is driven by hunger and pain, and his freedom is just something that people talk about. The world is a prison for him, and he walks alone in it.
The song ends on a hopeful note, urging the desperado to come down from his fences and open the gate to let somebody love him. It may be raining, but there is a rainbow above him, and he better seize the chance to find love before it’s too late.
Line by Line Meaning
Desperado, why don't you come to your senses?
Why do you continue to act foolishly and recklessly, not considering the consequences of your actions?
You been out ridin' fences for so long now
You've been living a lonely and isolated life, trapped by your own fears and doubts for a long time.
Oh, you're a hard one
You're a tough and resilient person, but that may not be enough to overcome the challenges you're facing.
I know that you got your reasons
I understand that you have your own unique motivations and justifications for your actions.
These things that are pleasin' you, Can hurt you somehow
The things that you find pleasurable and desirable may actually cause you more pain and suffering in the end.
Don' you draw the queen of diamonds, boy, She'll beat you if she's able, You know the queen of heats is always your best bet
Be careful of the risks you take - sometimes the things you think will bring you success and happiness will actually lead you to defeat and disappointment.
Now it seems to me, some fine things, Have been laid upon your table, But you only want the ones that you can't get
You have many opportunities and blessings in your life, but you're so focused on what you can't have that you overlook the good things you already possess.
Desperado, oh, you ain't gettin' no youger, Your pain and your hunger, they're drivin' you home
Your struggles and difficulties are wearing you down, and it's time to find a way to heal and recover before it's too late.
And freedom, oh freedom well, that's just some people talkin', Your prison is walking through this world all alone
True freedom isn't just about having the ability to do whatever you want - it's about finding meaningful connections and relationships with others that bring joy and purpose to your life.
Don't your feet get cold in the winter time?, The sky won't snow and the sun won't shine, It's hard to tell the night time from the day, You're loosin' all your highs and lows, Ain't it funny how the feeling goes away?
Loneliness and despair can make the world feel cold and bleak, and it's easy to lose sight of the beauty and wonder that life can offer. But even in your darkest moments, remember that emotions can change and heal over time.
Desperado, why don't you come to your senses?, Come down from your fences, open the gate, It may be rainin', but there's a rainbow above you, You better let somebody love you, before it's too late
It's time to let go of your fears and doubts, and open yourself up to the possibility of love and connection. Even when life is difficult, there is still beauty and hope to be found if you're willing to look for it.
Writer(s): Mark Spiro, Glenn Francis Monroig, Karl C Porter
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