Shotgun
Duran Duran (The Wedding Album) Lyrics

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(Shotgun..)

Get it together, fingers jumpin'
Now I've seen the bullets pumpin'
(Shotgun)

Itchy finger, on the trigger
Got to make the shootin' bigger

(Now shoot..)

(Shotgun)
(Shotgun..)

Overall Meaning

In Duran Duran (The Wedding Album)'s song Shotgun, the lyrics reflect the theme of violence and aggression. The use of the word "shotgun" as a metaphor emphasizes the power and control one holds on the trigger. The lyrics suggest the need to "get it together" with the fingers jumping and bullets pumping, reflecting a tone of urgency and chaos. The itchy finger on the trigger and the need to make the shooting bigger implies a desire for more power and control.

The repetition of the word "shotgun" combined with the rhythm of the song emphasizes the aggressive and explosive nature of the lyrics. The lyrics reflect the dangerous and violent reality of the world, making a statement about how the need for power and control can lead to deadly consequences. The song acts as a warning against the dangerous consequences of seeking power and control, ultimately leading to destruction and chaos.

Line by Line Meaning

Get it together, fingers jumpin'
Pull yourself together, control your emotions, and stop shaking with excitement.

Now I've seen the bullets pumpin'
I can see the gunfire and destruction that's taking place around me.

Itchy finger, on the trigger
My finger is restless and eager to pull the trigger on the gun I'm holding.

Got to make the shootin' bigger
I need to escalate the violence, increase the number of bullets fired, and make the shooting spree more intense.

(Now shoot..)
The singer is encouraging or commanding someone to start shooting.

(Shotgun)
This is a repeated refrain or chorus, affirming the aggressive and violent tone of the song.

(Shotgun..)
This is a repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the destructive power of the gun and the need to use it without restraint.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, SONGS MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: ANDREW INNES, BOBBY GILLESPIE, GARY MOUNFIELD, MARTIN DUFFY, ROBERT YOUNG

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