Shoot You Down
Elin Bergman Lyrics
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Tryna gimme what you got but it's not enough
You think that you know it all now that's a shame
Won't you come and get it on cause it's time to play, listen
You take me for a fool cause I've been there before
But this time around I tell you how it goes
Don't you think it's funny how we're switching seats
Bullets keep 'em coming don't you waste my time
After a million tries now this is where I'll shoot you down
Shoot ya, shoot ya, shoot ya down
Shoot ya, shoot ya down
Shoot ya, shoot ya down
I don't know what happened, she's insane you say
Won't you go a little deeper keep on digging your grave
Sharp as a knife try to run me through
I see the eyes of a hater coming into view, listen
On and on and on you go
On and on you go
Sleepless nights and all the tears you've cried
I couldn't care less but at least you've tried
Bullets keep 'em coming don't you waste my time
After a million tries now this is where I'll shoot you down
Shoot ya, shoot ya, shoot ya down
Shoot ya, shoot ya down
Shoot ya, shoot ya down
Bullets keep 'em coming don't you waste my time
After a million tries now this is where I'll shoot ya
Shoot ya, shoot ya, shoot ya down
Shoot ya, shoot ya down
Shoot ya, shoot ya down
Shoot ya, shoot ya down
After a million tries now this is where I'll shoot you down!
The lyrics of Elin Bergman's song "Shoot You Down" convey a sense of empowerment and confidence, as the singer addresses someone who has repeatedly tried to tear her down. She acknowledges that the person has tried to give her what they have, but it was not enough. The singer lets the person know that she is aware of their tactics and that she will not fall for them this time. She points out how they are "switching seats," suggesting that they are trying to take control, but she is not going to let them.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "shoot you down," emphasizing the singer's determined attitude to fight back against this person. The singer sees through their lies and identifies them as a "hater." She is determined to rise above their negativity and not let them waste her time. In the end, the singer asserts her power and threatens to "shoot you down" after all the tries the person has made to bring her down.
Overall, the lyrics of "Shoot You Down" are a strong statement of female empowerment, encouraging listeners to stand up for themselves and not let anyone bring them down.
Line by Line Meaning
You build it up and every time I tear it down
You keep trying to impress me, but I keep rejecting you.
Tryna gimme what you got but it's not enough
You think you have what it takes to make me happy, but you don't.
You think that you know it all now that's a shame
You're arrogant and think you're always right, but it's pathetic.
Won't you come and get it on cause it's time to play, listen
Let's see what you're really made of and play the game.
You take me for a fool cause I've been there before
You assume I'll fall for your tricks, but I know better.
But this time around I tell you how it goes
I won't let you deceive me this time; I control the situation.
Don't you think it's funny how we're switching seats
You used to be in control, but now I am.
Going down this ride full of self-esteem
I'm confident and in charge now, and it feels great.
Bullets keep 'em coming don't you waste my time
You can keep trying to impress me, but it's pointless.
After a million tries now this is where I'll shoot you down
You've had numerous chances, but I'm finally putting an end to it.
I don't know what happened, she's insane you say
You're trying to shift the blame onto me and question my sanity.
Won't you go a little deeper keep on digging your grave
You should keep trying to blame me; it will only make things worse for you.
Sharp as a knife try to run me through
You're trying to cut me down, but I can see through your tactics.
I see the eyes of a hater coming into view, listen
I can see that you're not acting out of love or kindness.
On and on and on you go
You keep repeating the same old tricks, hoping for a different result.
Sleepless nights and all the tears you've cried
Your attempts to impress me have been keeping you up at night and making you emotional.
I couldn't care less but at least you've tried
Your efforts have been in vain; I don't care about you or what you've done.
After a million tries now this is where I'll shoot you down
You've had your chances and now it's over; I'm putting an end to it.
Writer(s): Erik Sahlen, Victor Raadstroem, Elin Bergman
Contributed by Joseph L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jose D
Totally in love with this song!!
Good job Elin Bergman.
Iker Fernandez
This is just AMAZING!!