Bullets
Editors Lyrics


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If something has to change then it always does
If something has to change then it always does

You don't need this disease, not right now
No, you don't need this disease, not right now

Oh you don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease

If something has to give then it always will
If something has to give then it always will

You don't need this disease, not right now
No, you don't need this disease
Not right now, no, no, not right now

You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't

Would you fall down
Would you fall down

Oh you don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't know, won't fall down

You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't




You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't

Overall Meaning

The lyrics in Editors' song "Bullets" appear to reflect the idea that change is an inevitable and possibly painful part of life. The repetition of "If something has to change then it always does" and "If something has to give then it always will" emphasizes the idea that certain events are beyond our control and will happen regardless of our desires or efforts. The second half of the song focuses on the message of not letting a particular "disease" take hold and cause one to "fall down." The repeated refrain of "You don't need this disease you don't" emphasizes the importance of prevention and self-care.


The theme of the song could be interpreted in different ways, but one possible meaning is the struggle to maintain control in life amidst changing circumstances and potential risks. The idea of a disease could also represent various negative influences or habits that can take hold and cause harm if not actively resisted. Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of urgency and warning to the listener.


Line by Line Meaning

If something has to change then it always does
Change is inevitable and always happens when it needs to.


No, you don't need this disease, not right now
The singer is advising against contracting a disease at this current moment.


You don't need this disease you don't
Repeated for emphasis, the singer is saying that the listener truly does not need this disease.


If something has to give then it always will
Similar to the first line, the artist is reminding the listener that change is something that will happen naturally.


Not right now, no, no, not right now
The artist is continuing to emphasize that the listener needs to avoid contracting a disease currently.


Would you fall down
This line is a question and could be interpreted many ways, but it could be asking the listener if they want to fall ill or be weakened by a disease.


You don't need this disease you don't know, won't fall down
The singer is reassuring the listener that if they don't contract this disease, they won't suffer from its negative effects.




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Christopher Dominic Urbanowicz, Edward Owen Lay, Russell Leetch, Thomas Michael Smith

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@magdau9576

If something has to change then it always does
If something has to change then it always does
You don't need this disease, not right now
No, you don't need this disease, not right now
Oh you don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease
If something has to give then it always will
If something has to give then it always will
You don't need this disease, not right now
No, you don't need this disease
Not right now, no, no, not right now
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
Would you fall down
Would you fall down
Oh you don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't know, won't fall down
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't
You don't need this disease you don't



All comments from YouTube:

@steevedaw566

As soon as he starts singing,I get a feeling in my stomach and my hairs stand up on end. Everytime.

@GrunnenRocks

Their first 7". Arguably their best.

@Jazzybot

Perfect sound of British Indi Rock

@roryokeeffe111

Long time since I listened to this. I first saw them live, accidentally, supporting someone in Manchester a while before the album came out. This was always superb...

@D114BCW

2004!!!! Jesus where has eight years gone, still the best song in the world.

@TheJediBiscuit

Seen them twice live........ Simply Incredible....

@steevedaw566

Very,very, underrated.

@martinsklenar1445

You´re goddamn righ!

@muhgtra2sd

Editors are an amazing band classed as a special and brave band due to their vibe, so akin to Depeche Mode style and very different from the current alternative scene. I might even spot a new rock addiction concerning to the last album, something new got into their work indeed.

@curiositypiqued6573

Yep very similar both

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