The song was co-written by Grammy Award winning producer Matt Serletic along with Josh Kear and Stephanie Bentley. Serletic also produced the track.
Wild At Heart
Gloriana Lyrics
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Long, hot summer
A couple kids runnin' loose and wild
He kissed her
She said, "mister
Take an inch and I'll give you a mile
I ain't here to do anything half-way
I just wanna free fall for a while"
That rebel moon is shinin'
Those stars burn like diamonds
Hell bent on chasin' down that crazy slide
I'll follow you where you're leading
To the first sweet taste of freedom
You got me runnin', baby
Wild at heart
About midnight, he tells her
"I ain't got no come-on lines"
"Well I'll love you, or I'll try to
We got nothing to lose but time"
Stick your hand into my back pocket
Light me up like a bottle rocket
I just wanna free fall for a while
That rebel moon is shinin'
Those stars burn like diamonds
Hell bent on chasin' down that crazy slide
I'll follow you where you're leadin'
To the first sweet taste of freedom
You got me runnin', baby
Wild at heart
Oh oh, alright
The night is tellin' us we're way too young
Oh oh, that's alright
I've got forever on the tip of my tongue
That rebel moon is shinin'
Those stars burn like diamonds
Hell bent on chasin' down that crazy slide
I'll follow you where you're leading
To the first sweet taste of freedom
You got me runnin', baby
Wild at heart
That rebel moon is shinin'
Those stars burn like diamonds
Hell bent on chasin' down that crazy slide
I'll follow you where you're leading
To the first sweet taste of freedom
You got me runnin', baby
You got me runnin', baby
Wild at heart
Oh oh, alright
The Gloriana song, Wild At Heart, is a story of young love and unbridled passion. The song starts with a description of a simple, yet romantic setting - down a back road in the heat of a long summer. A couple of kids are "runnin' loose and wild", and the boy kisses the girl. She responds with a challenge, saying "mister, take an inch and I'll give you a mile". She wants him to know that she's not the kind of girl who does anything halfway - she's wild, and she's not afraid to give in to her desires.
The rest of the song is about that desire for freedom and passion. The lyrics talk about "that rebel moon" shining, and "those stars burn[ing] like diamonds". The couple in the song is "hell bent on chasin' down that crazy slide". They want to experience everything life has to offer, and they're not afraid to take chances. The boy tells the girl that he doesn't have any come-on lines, but he'll love her, or at least try to. They both know that they have nothing to lose but time. The song ends with the repeated refrain, "you got me runnin', baby, wild at heart".
The lyrics are a beautiful representation of young love and the quest for wild, unbridled passion - something we have all experienced or yearned for at some point in our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Down a back road
On a secluded path away from the commotion of the city.
Long, hot summer
The season is summer, and the weather is scorching hot.
A couple kids runnin' loose and wild
Two youngsters running around with no care in the world.
He kissed her
The boy locked lips with the girl.
She said, "mister
Take an inch and I'll give you a mile
The girl said that she is willing to go along with the boy's plans and actions, no matter how far they go.
I ain't here to do anything half-way
I am entirely committed to my actions and will follow through with what I start.
Don't give a damn what anyone might say
I do not care about anyone else's opinion or thoughts.
I just wanna free fall for a while
I want to let loose and enjoy life without restrictions or boundaries.
That rebel moon is shinin'
The moon is bright, evoking rebellion and freedom.
Those stars burn like diamonds
The stars are shining with a vibrancy that rivals diamonds' brilliance.
Hell bent on chasin' down that crazy slide
Committed to following the unpredictable path that life may take, and experiencing it all.
I'll follow you where you're leading
I will not lead, but rather follow my partner's moves and take it all in.
To the first sweet taste of freedom
The taste of freedom is bitter-sweet and gratifying.
You got me runnin', baby
My partner's influence and energy make me want to keep going and never stop.
Wild at heart
I am living life unapologetically and recklessly, with passion and freedom.
About midnight, he tells her
"I ain't got no come-on lines"
Late at night, the boy admits that he has no smooth lines or tactics to entice her.
"Well I'll love you, or I'll try to
We got nothing to lose but time"
The girl responds that she will try to love him, or give it her best shot since there is nothing to lose in trying.
Stick your hand into my back pocket
Placing a hand in the back pocket is often an intimate or flirty gesture.
Light me up like a bottle rocket
Igniting a flame in someone's heart like the explosive energy of a bottle rocket or fireworks.
Oh oh, alright
The night is tellin' us we're way too young
Even though they are young and inexperienced, the night whispers an encouraging message that their youth is the perfect time to be reckless and wild.
"Oh oh, that's alright
I've got forever on the tip of my tongue"
She assures him that it is okay to take risks, as she feels they have an infinite amount of time to explore life's experiences and possibilities.
You got me runnin', baby
My partner's influence and energy make me want to keep going and never stop.
Wild at heart
I am living life unapologetically and recklessly, with passion and freedom.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Stephanie Kay Bentley, Josh Kear, Matt Michael Serletic II
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Down a back road
Long, hot summer
A couple kids runnin' loose and wild
He kissed her
She said mister,
Take an inch and I'll give you a mile
I ain't here to do anything half-way
Don't give a damn what anyone might say
I just wanna free fall for a while
That rebel moon is shinin'
Those stars burn like diamonds
Hell bent on chasin' down that crazy spark
I'll follow you where you're leading
To the first sweet taste of freedom
You got me runnin' baby,
Wild at heart
About midnight, he tells her
I ain't got no come-on lines
Well I'll love you, or I'll try to
We got nothing to lose but time
Stick your hand into my back pocket
Light me up like a bottle rocket
I just wanna free fall for a while
That rebel moon is shinin'
Those stars burn like diamonds
Hell bent on chasin' down that crazy spark
I'll follow you where you're leadin'
To the first sweet taste of freedom
You got me runnin' baby,
Wild at heart
O-oh, alright
Tonight is tellin' us we're way too young
O-oh, that's alright
I've got forever on the tip of my tongue
That rebel moon is shinin'
Those stars burn like diamonds
Hell bent on chasin' down that crazy spark
I'll follow you where you're leading
To the first sweet taste of freedom
You got me runnin' baby,
Wild at heart
That rebel moon is shinin'
Those stars burn like diamonds
Hell bent on chasin' down that crazy spark
I'll follow you where you're leading
To the first sweet taste of freedom
You got me runnin' baby,
You got me runnin' baby,
Wild at heart
O-oh, alright
@edsartistry
This song is still as good in 2021 as it was when it first came out. LOVE IT!!!
@zagi60
And in 2023!
@BladesGTS
I have had this song stuck in my head for 10+ years and I could not think of it and today I found it Thank you Jesus
@ThisisAfricaOutdoors
Same it was so hard to find
@lgreg810
They are a very underrated band and deserve more airtime and support. I have loved them since they released this song. They are too good. I'm sad they didn't get the support they needed.
@jeremyburke2168
yes I totally agree with you they are very talented band and should have gotten a lot more airtime
@bmwilson2010
I agree! I was trying to remember this song the other day and for the life of me couldnt remember. Until i searched bands like lady antebellum. I had the rhythm in my head but could not remember
@vincentjones5888
Agreed. Classics to me
@maevemallory2122
Didnt one of the girls go solo?
@maevemallory2122
Yeah! I have the blonde s solo cd