Kiss You When It's Dangerous
Eight Seconds Lyrics
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You must be strong,
When I see the flowers in your hair,
And the pretty mouth with the red you adorn,
When you get close,
Ah danger senses please beware, it's so unfair
That I'm paying such a heavy price,
(Chorus)
I won't kiss you if you want me to,
It's much too easy with someone like you,
In the rain or a winters night,
Just wouldn't do, it's got to be so right,
I'll kiss you when it's dangerous,
I'll kiss you then and only then,
I'll kiss you when it's dangerous,
Fine line, that's what I'm walking when I look at you,
You know it's true
Of all things the thing that I want most,
To catch you at the point where you don't have a clue.
(Chorus)
I won't kiss you if you want me to,
It's much too easy with someone like you,
In the rain or a winters night,
Just wouldn't do, it's got to be so right,
I'll kiss you when it's dangerous,
I'll kiss you then and only then,
I'll kiss you when it's dangerous,
I'll kiss you once, but never again...
(Chorus)
I won't kiss you if you want me to,
It's much too easy with someone like you,
In the rain or a winters night,
Just wouldn't do, it's got to be so right,
I'll kiss you when it's dangerous,
I'll kiss you then and only then,
I'll kiss you when it's dangerous,
I'll kiss you when it's dangerous,
I'll kiss you then and only then,
I'll kiss you when it's dangerous,
Senses beware (Back vocals)
I'll kiss you when it's dangerous,
I'll kiss you then and only then,
I'll kiss you when it's dangerous,
Senses beware (Back vocals)
©1986 PolyGram Records,Inc.
The lyrics to Eight Seconds's song "I'll Kiss You When It's Dangerous" are about the danger and excitement of being attracted to someone who is unpredictable and possibly even a bit dangerous. The singer describes the object of their affection as having a "fine line" that they are walking, and that they are drawn to the danger of being with this person. The singer cannot resist the temptation, but wants to wait until the danger is at its highest before making a move.
The lyrics also describe the physical characteristics of the person the singer is attracted to, such as their pretty mouth with the red they adorn and the garments they wear so well. The singer recognizes that this attraction comes at a price, and it is "unfair" that they have to pay such a heavy price just by looking at this person. The chorus repeats the refrain that the singer will only kiss this person when it is dangerous, implying that the danger is what makes the attraction so alluring.
Overall, the lyrics to "I'll Kiss You When It's Dangerous" explore the idea of attraction to danger and the thrill of the unknown. The singer knows that this relationship could be dangerous, but they cannot resist the temptation to pursue it, even as they acknowledge that it may come at a heavy price.
Line by Line Meaning
Lifeline, I wonder how you last so long,
Expressing admiration for the person's strength and resilience in tough times.
You must be strong,
Acknowledging the person's inner strength and fortitude.
When I see the flowers in your hair,
Noticing the beautiful and alluring qualities of the person.
And the pretty mouth with the red you adorn,
Appreciating the person's attractive features, particularly the way they've applied makeup.
When you get close,
Suggesting that the person's proximity creates an immediate sense of danger.
Ah danger senses please beware, it's so unfair
Implying that the person's charm and beauty are a source of danger, while acknowledging the inherent unfairness of the situation.
That I'm paying such a heavy price,
Acknowledging the risks and consequences of pursuing a potentially dangerous relationship.
By looking at the garments, that you wear so well
Noting how the person's fashion choices add to their allure and danger.
I won't kiss you if you want me to,
Asserting control over the situation and refusing to act impulsively.
It's much too easy with someone like you,
Implying that the person is charming and attractive and that it would be easy to be seduced by them.
In the rain or a winters night,
Rejecting the idea of a romantic or cliche setting for a first kiss.
Just wouldn't do, it's got to be so right,
Asserting the importance of the right moment and situation for a first kiss.
I'll kiss you when it's dangerous,
Only willing to take the risk of kissing the person when there is an element of danger or uncertainty involved.
I'll kiss you then and only then,
Making it clear that the right circumstances must be present, and the kiss will only happen when it feels right.
I'll kiss you once, but never again...
Expressing a sense of finality and caution, implying that this may be a one-time occurrence.
Senses beware (Back vocals)
Suggesting that the senses and impulses are warning against the temptation and danger of the situation.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANDRES DEL CASTILLO, FRANK LAVIGNE, MARCH CESARE, SCOTT MILKS
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