The current incarnation of the band includes Jones, lead vocalist Kelly Hansen, bass guitarist Jeff Pilson and multi-instrumentalist Tom Gimbel.
With ten multi-platinum albums and sixteen Top 30 hits, Foreigner is universally hailed as one of the most popular rock acts in the world with a formidable musical arsenal that continues to propel sold-out tours and album sales, now exceeding 75 million. Responsible for some of rock and roll’s most enduring anthems including Juke Box Hero, Feels Like The First Time, Urgent, Head Games, Say You Will, Cold as Ice, Hot Blooded, and the worldwide #1 hit, I Want To Know What Love Is, Foreigner continues to rock the charts more than thirty years into the game.
I'll Get Even With You
Foreigner Lyrics
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You gave me such a low blow
You caught me with my guard down
You floored me in the first round
You gave it to me real low
You gave me such a low blow
You hit me on the blind side
But I won't let it get to me
I couldn't go through all that
No, I won't let it get to me
I'll try and hold it all back
And get even with you
I'll get even with you
Yeah, I'll get even with you
You'll get what's comin' to you
You gave it to me real low
You give me such a low blow
You kick a man when he's down
You kick him when he's on the ground, yeah, yeah
You gave it to me real low
You give me such a low blow
You got me in a tailspin
You really tried to do me in
But I won't let it get to me
I couldn't go through all that
No, I won't let it get to me
I'll try and hold it all back
But I'll get even with you
I'll get even with you
Hey, I'll get even with you
You'll get what's comin' to you
I'll get even with you, I'll get even with you, wait 'n' see
I'll get even with you, I'll get even with you
I'll get even with you, I'll get even with you
I'll get even with you, I'll get even with you
You'll get what's comin' to you
In the lyrics to Foreigner's song "I'll Get Even With You," the singer is expressing feelings of betrayal and hurt caused by someone who has taken advantage of him when he was unguarded. The first two lines of each verse refer to a "low blow" which suggests that the singer has been physically or emotionally hurt by this person. The third and fourth lines describe how the singer was caught off guard and unable to protect himself, causing him to be "floored" or knocked down. The chorus then describes the singer's determination to seek revenge and "get even" with the person who hurt him. He claims that the other person will get what's coming to them, implying that they will face some form of retribution for their actions.
The lyrics are likely relatable to anyone who has been wronged by someone they trusted or cared about, particularly in a situation where they were vulnerable or unsuspecting. The song conveys a sense of resilience and determination to overcome the hurt and seek justice. It's interesting to note that the lyrics do not specify exactly what was done to the singer or who the other person is, leaving it open to interpretation and allowing listeners to relate to the emotions expressed in the song on a personal level.
Line by Line Meaning
You gave it to me real low
You delivered a serious blow to me, causing me emotional pain
You gave me such a low blow
Your actions were particularly hurtful and unfair
You caught me with my guard down
You took advantage of me when I was vulnerable and unprepared
You floored me in the first round
You defeated me completely and easily from the very beginning
You hit me on the blind side
You surprised me with your attack, catching me off guard
You took me for a big ride
You fooled and deceived me, leading me on a false path
But I won't let it get to me
I refuse to let your actions affect me in a negative way
I couldn't go through all that
I cannot endure the emotional pain and suffering you caused
I'll try and hold it all back
I will try to suppress my feelings and reactions towards your actions
I'll get even with you
I will seek revenge or justice for what you have done to me
You'll get what's comin' to you
You will face the consequences of your actions or behavior towards me
You kick a man when he's down
You take advantage of a person when they are already in a difficult situation
You kick him when he's on the ground, yeah, yeah
You continue to attack and hurt a person when they are already vulnerable
You got me in a tailspin
Your actions put me in a state of confusion and chaos
You really tried to do me in
You made an attempt to harm or kill me, either physically or emotionally
I'll get even with you, wait 'n' see
I am determined to get revenge on you, just wait and watch what I will do
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