James Bond Theme
Debbie Harry/Moby Lyrics


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Now let it lift you, oh!

One love will
One love will
One love can take you make you feel alive and whole

Why give it up why tear it up
One love will
My love will
My love will make you feel alive enough to let go

Oh
The death row
Once again you feel like the brothers know
Once again, back is the incredible
The rhyme animal
The unforgettable d
Public enemy number one
Five-oh said "freeze" and I got numb
Can't I tell 'em that I really never had a gun
But the wax that the terminator x spun
Now

So soft
So alive
My dear
So good
So close
So real

This love

Whoa love!

Wanna give it up
Lets turn it loose





"bond, james bond."

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Debbie Harry/Moby's version of the James Bond theme are open to interpretation. The song starts with the line "Now let it lift you, oh!" which could be taken as a call to let the music take over and carry the listener away. The following lines reiterate the power of love, that one love can make you feel alive and whole, and urges the listener not to tear it up. One love, perhaps the love of music or the love between people, will make you feel alive enough to let go. The repetition of "my love will" reinforces the idea that the singers are trying to communicate the power of love to the listener. The final line, "Oh, the death row," is a non-sequitur and is not immediately clear how it ties into the rest of the lyrics.


The following lines are from Public Enemy's song "Bring the Noise," which may seem out of place in a James Bond theme song. However, they could be interpreted as present-day examples of how the power of music can incite movements and social change. The buildup of the lyrics and the sudden drop into "bond, james bond" at the end of the song could be seen as a rallying cry, urging the listener to join the fight against oppression and to embrace the power of love.


Line by Line Meaning

Now let it lift you, oh!
Allow yourself to be lifted up by the power of love.


One love will
Love is powerful and has the ability to transform one's life.


One love can take you make you feel alive and whole
Love has the ability to awaken one's senses and bring a sense of completeness to life.


Why give it up why tear it up
Questioning why one would ever give up or destroy such a powerful force as love.


One love will
Reinforcing the power of love and how it can positively impact one's life.


My love will
Asserting that this specific love is powerful enough to make one feel alive.


My love will make you feel alive enough to let go
This love is so powerful that it allows one to let go of their fears and inhibitions, and fully embrace life.


Oh
An exclamation of excitement or joy.


The death row
Referring to a place reserved for those on death row, possibly symbolizing a state of despair or hopelessness.


Once again you feel like the brothers know
Suggesting a sense of camaraderie or solidarity among those who have experienced difficult situations.


Once again, back is the incredible
Referencing a return of something or someone powerful and amazing.


The rhyme animal
A term used to describe someone who is skilled in the art of rhyming, possibly referencing a rapper.


The unforgettable d
A reference to the rapper known as MC D, who was part of the group Run-DMC.


Public enemy number one
A title often given to those who are seen as a threat to society, such as criminals or political dissidents.


Five-oh said "freeze" and I got numb
A reference to being confronted by law enforcement and feeling scared or frozen in fear.


Can't I tell 'em that I really never had a gun
Asserting one's innocence and lack of involvement in violent activities.


But the wax that the terminator x spun
Wax refers to vinyl records, and Terminator X was a DJ for the group Public Enemy. This line may reference their music and its powerful impact on listeners.


Now
Transitioning into a new idea or thought.


So soft
Describing a gentle and tender quality to something or someone.


So alive
Describing something or someone as full of life and vitality.


My dear
A term of endearment used to express affection or closeness.


So good
Describing something as excellent or enjoyable.


So close
Indicating a close proximity or relationship.


So real
Referring to something that is authentic and not artificial or fake.


This love
Referring to the powerful love mentioned earlier in the song.


Whoa love!
Expressing excitement or awe in regards to the power of love.


Wanna give it up
Expressing a desire to surrender oneself to the power of love.


Lets turn it loose
Inviting others to let their love run free and transform their lives.


"bond, james bond."
Referencing the iconic catchphrase of James Bond, a fictional spy known for his bravery and ability to save the day.




Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: JAY GRAYDON, ALAN PAUL, DAVID FOSTER, MONTY NORMAN

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Comments from YouTube:

@shendruew

Best version of the Bond theme, in my opinion. Love the accentuated guitar and small intricacies added.

@nikostalk5730

acid bassline and breakbeat beats, epic duo of all times!

@randywhite3947

It’s not but it’s still good

@user-nz1kn3cz2g

Есть поговорка, на вкус и цвет - товарищей нет)

Думаю, разжевывать не надо, что у всех своих вкусы

@FT-ho6cb

Agree

@millaananova

90s was such a cool time for music. This and the Propellerheads one is love.

@jamesjames2070

Yea bro I agree the crystal method

@7n154

Agreed, this mix was good - but the Propellerheads version was sublime.

@7n154

@James James I was a rave dj in the 90's and used to play The Crystal Method's re-mix of Moby's 'Come On Babe'. It's held up pretty good, its' heavy bass drop is still amazing. And I still have a vinyl copy of their 'Keep Hope Alive' EP. Both are still worthy listens if you find 'em on youtube. Also, if you like that sound, check out the 'Braindust EP' by Überzone and an awesome rave set by DJ John Kelly called 'Funkydesertbreaks V.1' - that classic is def on youtube. Enjoy.

@LicencetoWho

@7 Acuña It would have been great to have seen Propellerheads do a version of the Bond theme as well as Majesty's secret service

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