It
Deville Willy Lyrics
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Against your heart
Yeah, you got one
Just close your eyes
So you can see
So you can see
What they say
It's so easy
No baby, I don't care
What they say
It's so easy
Yeah, it's coming on
It's getting sweeter
And sweeter
If you're gonna drown
Then do it the right way
Do it the right way
I don't care what they say
It's so easy
I don't care what they say
It's so ha ha ha ha
It's so easy
It's so easy
It's so easy
Ha ha ha ha
Oh baby
Yeah yeah
It's so easy
It's so easy
The lyrics of Deville Willy's song, "It" seems to be about a person going through a tough time, and they are advised to close their eyes so they can see better. The singer is fully aware of their downward spiral and the weight of their heart, but they don't care about what anybody else might say or think about what they are going through. They are resigned to their fate and seem to be seeking a sweet release from the pain they are experiencing. The lyrics advise the singer to do it the right way if they are going to drown. The song is a simple yet powerful message of someone aware of the challenges they are facing but seeking help from nobody.
One interesting fact about this song is that Deville Willy included it in his debut album entitled "Willy Deville" released in 1977. The album failed to gain traction and was not a commercial success until it was included in the soundtrack of the movie "Cruising," a movie by the controversial filmmakers, William Friedkin. Since then, the song has gained popularity, success, and even inclusion in various movies and TV shows. "It" has been a staple in Deville Willy's music, and over the years, the musician released it as a studio recording, live recording, and acoustic audio recordings, among others.
Another fact about the song is its popularity in France where it held a top position on the French charts for six weeks, from December 1985 to January 1986. Deville is known to have a significant following in France, and Willy even adopted the name Willy DeVille in honor of Billy the Kid who was known as "Le Diable de la Frontière" (the devil of the border) during his stay in France in the 1970s. "It" has been covered by various artists over the years, and its lyrics have been used in various works, including books and poetry.
After decades of recording and touring, Willy DeVille passed away on August 6, 2009, at age 58 due to complications from pancreatic cancer. His death was a significant loss to the music industry, and his contribution to American rock music was immeasurable.
Chords: G - C - G - D - G for the verses
C - G - C - D - G for the chorus.
Line by Line Meaning
You know you're sliding down
You're feeling like you're losing control of your life
Against your heart
Against what you truly feel inside
Yeah, you got one
Confirming that you do have a heart and you're not heartless
Just close your eyes
Take a moment to shut out the world
So you can see
Clear your mind and think objectively
No baby, I don't care
Other people's opinions are not important
What they say
Their words won't shake your confidence
It's so easy
It's easy to stay true to yourself
Yeah, it's coming on
Things are starting to progress
It's getting sweeter
You're beginning to enjoy the journey
And sweeter
It keeps getting better
If you're gonna drown
If you're going to fail
Then do it the right way
At least make your failure worthwhile and a lesson learned
It's so ha ha ha ha
Laughing at how insignificant other people's opinions are
Oh baby
Expressing empathy and connection
Yeah yeah
Affirming a positive attitude towards life
It's so easy
Staying true to yourself is effortless
Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC , EMI Music Publishing
Written by: WILLY DE VILLE
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Trey Myles
SCENARIO IN MUH HEAD WHEN I PLAY THIS SONG: Peter Parker (Andrew Garfield) suiting up in his top floor penthouse apartment for a night of crime fighting at the AM early hours - past midnight until 6AM due to having insomnia.
Bench press bar, barbell plates and bench nearby - 515lbs - 6-7lbs increase from week prior.
Not suiting up in spandex, but more something reminiscent of the Batsuit from Dark Knight and Dark Knight Rises - in burgundy, maroon and black.
This Peter Parker he a grown-ass Spider-Man...most brutal the Web slinger of New York has been since Amazing Spider-Man 2, yet still good hearted unlike black suit-influenced Spidey.
This song suits him in my opinion.
ricky todd Botelho
One of the greatest songs ever made.
Jerry M
@ricky Todd Botelho- Damn right. (Continues to smoke Marlboro Cigarette 🚬)
Redblue22
Wish it was on Spotify !!!
Uncle Silas
What for?
Toni Haukijärvi
@Uncle Silas For listening maybe???
Allan Penford
Totally agree !!
Tanya S
Классная вещица, спасибо Квентину за расширение моего музыкального кругозора)))
machinist *
я из Cruising-1980)
Rickster
I grew up in the 60's and 70's so how in hell did I miss this guy?!
Seventh Fire Stephanie
Same. Unless you were hip to the 70s and 80s NYC Rock scene, nobody really heard of him. He had a bigger career in Europe.