Fame
Eurythmics Lyrics


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Fame makes a man take things over
Fame lets him loose, hard to swallow
Fame puts you there where things are hollow (fame)
Fame, it's not your brain, it's just the flame
That burns your change to keep you insane (fame)

Fame, (fame) what you like is in the limo
Fame, (fame) what you get is no tomorrow
Fame, (fame) what you need you have to borrow Fame
Fame, (fame) it's mine, it's mine, it's just his line
To bind your time, it drives you to crime (fame)

Is it any wonder I reject you first?
Fame, fame, fame, fame
Is it any wonder you are too cool to fool? (fame)
Fame, bully for you, chilly for me
Got to get a rain check on pain (fame)

Fame
Fame, fame, fame
Fame, fame, fame
Fame, fame, fame, fame
Fame, fame, fame, fame
Fame, fame, fame




Fame, what's your name?
Fame

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Eurythmics' "Fame" explore the dark side of celebrity, highlighting its seductive power and the dangerous consequences that can come with it. The song opens by suggesting that fame can be overwhelming, causing a person to feel like they have taken over everything. It is something that can make a person lose themselves in the moment, making it hard to handle. Fame is portrayed as an agent of emptiness and superficiality, promising power and status yet leaving the individual in a hollow, empty place.


As the song progresses, it becomes clear that fame is not something that is earned or deserved. It is a flame that can change a person, making them irrational and even insane. It can create a superficial lifestyle where what you like and what you get is in the limo, but there is no tomorrow. Fame is all-consuming, requiring you to borrow what you need and binding your time, driving you to crime. Essentially, the song suggests that becoming famous is a Faustian deal. It's a fleeting moment of glory that can never be sustained, yet the temptation is often too great for individuals to resist.


The chorus of the song repeats the word "fame" over and over, emphasizing its highly addictive nature. It is all-consuming and something that cannot be easily escaped. The final lines, "fame, what's your name?" are an ironic twist, as fame has often become more important than the personal identity of those in the public eye.


Line by Line Meaning

Fame makes a man take things over
Becoming famous gives a person power and control over their life and career.


Fame lets him loose, hard to swallow
Being famous can be overwhelming and difficult to handle, but also gives a person more freedom.


Fame puts you there where things are hollow (fame)
Being famous can lead to a superficial and empty existence.


Fame, it's not your brain, it's just the flame That burns your change to keep you insane (fame)
Fame is not necessarily based on talent, but on the public's perception of a person. It can be destructive and lead to madness.


Fame, (fame) what you like is in the limo Fame, (fame) what you get is no tomorrow Fame, (fame) what you need you have to borrow Fame Fame, (fame) it's mine, it's mine, it's just his line To bind your time, it drives you to crime (fame)
Fame brings temporary pleasure and material possessions, but they do not last. People may go to great lengths to maintain their fame, even if it means breaking the law.


Is it any wonder I reject you first? Fame, fame, fame, fame Is it any wonder you are too cool to fool? (fame)
Some people reject fame because they see through its shallow promises. Others may try to act too cool for fame's allure, but are really just trying to protect themselves.


Fame, bully for you, chilly for me Got to get a rain check on pain (fame)
Fame may benefit some people, but it can be isolating and painful for others. Sometimes taking a break or stepping back is necessary to avoid the negative consequences of fame.


Fame Fame, fame, fame Fame, fame, fame Fame, fame, fame, fame Fame, fame, fame, fame Fame, fame, fame Fame, what's your name? Fame
The repetition of the word 'fame' emphasizes the overwhelming nature of fame and its hold on society. The question 'Fame, what's your name?' is a rhetorical question that highlights the idea of fame being its own entity, separate from individuals.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Carlos Alomar, David Bowie, John Lennon

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