Voodoo
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Say you don't know me, you'll burn
You can refuse, but you'll lose, it's by me
Say you don't want me, you'll learn
Nothin you do will be new, 'cause I'm through

Call me a liar, you knew
You were a fool, but that's cool, it's all right
Call me the Devil, it's true
Some can't accept but I crept inside you

So if a stranger calls you
Don't let him whisper his name
'Cause it's Voodoo, oh!

Fade into shadow, you'll burn
Your fortune is free, I can see it's no good
Never look back, never turn
It's a question of time 'till your mine and you learn

So if a stranger sees you
Don't look in his eyes
'Cause he's Voodoo!

Say you don't know me, you'll burn
You can refuse, but you'll lose, it's by me
Say you don't want me, you'll learn
Nothin you do will be new, 'cause I'm through

Voodoo!

Bring me your children, they'll burn!




Never look back, never turn!
Cry me a river, you'll learn Voodoo!!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Dio's song "Voodoo" depict a seemingly supernatural force of evil that warns against those who dare to defy it. The song is written from the perspective of this unnamed entity, who condemns those who attempt to resist its power. The opening lines of the song make it clear that those who reject this force will suffer; they will "burn." The entity goes on to explain that it will not be deterred, and will ultimately triumph over those who oppose it.


The second half of the song describes the after-effects of being overtaken by this force. Those who are "burned" will fade into shadow, and their fortune will be "free," but ultimately of no use. Any attempt to turn back will be futile; the entity claims that those who stand in its way will be destroyed. The song ends with the repeated cry of "Voodoo," emphasizing the power of the force and the inevitability of its triumph.


Overall, the lyrics can be interpreted as a warning against the dangers of succumbing to temptation and allowing oneself to be guided by dark forces. The entity represents the consequences of giving in to these urges, and serves as a reminder to resist them.


Line by Line Meaning

Say you don't know me, you'll burn
If you deny my power and influence, you will suffer the consequences.


You can refuse, but you'll lose, it's by me
You have the choice to reject me, but ultimately my power will overpower you.


Say you don't want me, you'll learn
You may resist me, but eventually you'll realize that your actions are futile.


Nothin you do will be new, 'cause I'm through
No matter what you try, I have seen it all before and I will always come out on top.


Call me a liar, you knew
You may call me a deceiver, but deep down you knew what you were getting into.


You were a fool, but that's cool, it's all right
You may have been naive, but it's okay because it was all part of my plan.


Call me the Devil, it's true
I may have a negative reputation, but it is accurate.


Some can't accept but I crept inside you
While some refuse to believe in my power, I have already infiltrated their lives.


So if a stranger calls you
If you encounter someone unfamiliar who may offer their own agenda.


Don't let him whisper his name
Don't listen to their deceitful promises or ideas.


'Cause it's Voodoo, oh!
Because it is my power and influence at play.


Fade into shadow, you'll burn
If you try to hide from me, you will eventually face the consequences.


Your fortune is free, I can see it's no good
Your future may seem bright, but I can see that it will ultimately end in ruin.


Never look back, never turn
If you continue to resist me, do not look back and never surrender.


It's a question of time 'till your mine and you learn
Eventually, you will succumb to my power and understand my true influence.


So if a stranger sees you
If you encounter someone who seems unfamiliar.


Don't look in his eyes
Do not fall for their manipulative gaze and give in to their power.


'Cause he's Voodoo!
Because they too are under my influence and control.


Bring me your children, they'll burn!
You may think you are protecting your offspring, but in reality they too will suffer under my influence.


Never look back, never turn!
Do not give up the fight against me, no matter the cost.


Cry me a river, you'll learn Voodoo!!
Your tears will not change my power and you will eventually be taught my lesson.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TERRENCE BUTLER, RONNIE JAMES DIO, TONY IOMMI

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