Contrary to popular belief, "You Could Be Mine" was not originally going to be the official theme of Terminator 2: Judgment Day. However, the references to Guns N' Roses that were made in the film (from John Connor's friend's Guns N' Roses t-shirt to the T-800 taking out his shotgun from a box of roses, thus playing a pun on the band's name) were so clear and obvious that it was a wise business decision to make when director James Cameron decided to recruit the band to perform a song. As it would turn out, "You Could Be Mine" was selected to be included in the film. Arnold Schwarzenegger had the band members over for dinner at his own home to negotiate the deal.
07 You Could Be Mine
Guns N' Roses Lyrics
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Fit to burn and I'll rip your heart in two
And I'll leave you lyin' on the bed
I'll be out the door before you wake
It's nothin' new to you
'Cause I think we've seen that movie too, oh
'Cause you could be mine
With your bitch slap rappin'
And your cocaine tongue
You get nothin' done
I said you could be mine, oh
Now holidays come and then they go
It's nothin' new today
Collect another memory
When I come home late at night
Don't ask me where I've been
Just count your stars I'm home again, oh
'Cause you could be mine
But you're way out of line, ow
With your bitch slap rappin'
And your cocaine tongue
You get nothin' done
I said you could be mine
You could be mine
You could be mine
You could be mine
You could be mine
You could be mine, mine, mine, mine
Ooh, you've gone sketchin' too many times
Ooh, why don't you give it a rest
Why must you find
Another reason to cry?
While you're breakin' down my back and
I been rackin' out my brain
It don't matter how we make it
'Cause it always ends the same
You can push it for more mileage
But your flaps are wearin' thin
And I could sleep on it 'til mornin'
But this nightmare never ends
Don't forget to call my lawyers
With ridiculous demands
And you can take the pity so far
But it's more than I can stand
'Cause this couch-trip's gettin' older
Tell me, how long has it been?
'Cause five years is forever
And you haven't grown up yet
Oh, you could be mine
But you're way out of line
With your bitch slap rappin'
And your cocaine tongue
You get nothin' done
I said you could be
You should be
You could be mine
Oh, you could be mine (you could be mine)
You could be mine (you could be mine)
Oh, you could be mine (you could be mine)
You could be mine (you could be mine)
Oh, you could be mine (you could be mine)
Come on, you could be mine (you could be mine)
Oh, you could be mine (you could be mine)
You could be mine, yeah
The lyrics of Guns N' Roses's song You Could Be Mine describe the singer's emotions towards a person whom they desire but who is out of reach because of their behavior. The singer warns this person that they are a cold heartbreaker who will rip their heart in two and leave them lying on the bed before they wake up. The singer believes that the person they desire has seen this movie before and that it is nothing new to them. They then remark that the person could be theirs if only they would stop their "bitch slap rappin'" and "cocaine tongue" and start doing something productive with their life.
The second verse of the song describes the singer's frustration with the person they desire. They express their annoyance with the person's tendency to cry and find "another reason to cry." The singer also mentions that they have been "rackin' out [their] brain" while the person they desire has been "breakin' down [their] back." Although the two have been together for five years, the singer feels that the person they desire has not grown up yet and that it is making their couch-trip older.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm a cold heartbreaker
I am someone who doesn't care about others' feelings or emotions
Fit to burn and I'll rip your heart in two
I am capable of causing great emotional pain, and will not hesitate to do so
And I'll leave you lyin' on the bed
After causing emotional pain, I will leave without any remorse or regret
I'll be out the door before you wake
I will not even wait to see the aftermath of my actions, but will leave early in the morning
It's nothin' new to you
You are used to my behavior and have experienced it before
'Cause I think we've seen that movie too, oh
Our relationship has become predictable, like a movie that we have seen before
'Cause you could be mine
Even though I treat you badly, you could still be with me
But you're way out of line
Your behavior and actions are unacceptable and inappropriate
With your bitch slap rappin'
You speak to me with disrespect and aggression
And your cocaine tongue
Your speech and words are filled with lies and deceit
You get nothin' done
You don't accomplish anything productive or worthwhile
Now holidays come and then they go
Time passes quickly and life goes on
It's nothin' new today
Life is the same as usual, nothing new is happening
Collect another memory
Create more experiences and memories to add to our already existing ones
When I come home late at night
I come home late and you may be upset or suspicious
Don't ask me where I've been
Do not question me about where I have been or what I have been doing
Just count your stars I'm home again, oh
Be grateful that I have returned home safely and do not question me further
'Cause you could be mine
Even though I treat you badly, you could still be with me
But you're way out of line, ow
Your behavior and actions are unacceptable and inappropriate
While you're breakin' down my back and
While you are putting pressure on me or causing me stress
I been rackin' out my brain
I have been working hard and using my brain to try to deal with the situation
It don't matter how we make it
It doesn't matter how we try to fix our problems, the outcome is always the same
'Cause it always ends the same
No matter what we do, our problems remain the same and we cannot resolve them
You can push it for more mileage
You can try to make our relationship last longer, but it will not change the outcome
But your flaps are wearin' thin
Your efforts are becoming ineffective and you are running out of ideas to fix our problems
And I could sleep on it 'til mornin'
I could try to ignore our problems and deal with them in the morning
But this nightmare never ends
Our problems and conflicts continue and there seems to be no resolution or end in sight
Don't forget to call my lawyers
If our relationship ends, I want you to know that I will have legal representation
With ridiculous demands
I may make unreasonable or absurd demands during legal proceedings
And you can take the pity so far
You can only feel sorry for me to a certain extent
But it's more than I can stand
My situation is difficult and stressful, and I cannot handle it anymore
'Cause this couch-trip's gettin' older
Our relationship and problems are becoming tiresome and frustrating
Tell me, how long has it been?
How long have we been dealing with these issues and conflicts?
'Cause five years is forever
We have been dealing with these problems for a long time and it feels like forever
And you haven't grown up yet
You have not matured or changed your behavior, which is contributing to our ongoing problems
You should be mine
You have the potential to be with me, but your current behavior is preventing it
Lyrics Ā© BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: W. Axl Rose, Saul Hudson, Duff Rose Mckagan, Izzy Stradlin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@CCCPx23
As the opening chords of Guns n' Roses' "You Could Be Mine" blared through the speakers, memories of that unforgettable first kiss came flooding back. It was a warm summer evening, and we found ourselves alone at a secluded spot overlooking a breathtaking view.
The atmosphere was charged with anticipation, and I could feel my heart racing as our eyes met. The song's energetic rhythm perfectly matched the adrenaline coursing through my veins. The lyrics seemed to echo the unspoken feelings between us, heightening the intensity of the moment.
As the chorus kicked in, we leaned in closer, our bodies drawn together by an invisible force. The world around us faded into the background, and all that mattered was the connection we shared. Time seemed to stand still as our lips finally met, the world erupting into a kaleidoscope of emotions.
The music continued to play, filling the air with its electrifying energy, amplifying the passion that enveloped us. Each note seemed to underscore the significance of that singular moment, marking the beginning of a new chapter in our lives.
The memory of that first kiss lingers vividly in my mind, forever tied to the raw emotions stirred by Guns n' Roses' iconic song. It was a moment of vulnerability, exhilaration, and the profound realization that we had discovered something truly special.
Even now, whenever I hear "You Could Be Mine," I am transported back to that breathtaking view, the warmth of the summer night, and the magic of that first kiss. It serves as a reminder of the power of music to encapsulate and enhance the most poignant moments of our lives.
@bernardomoreira7823
I'm a cold heartbreaker
Fit to burn and I'll rip your heart in two
And I'll leave you lyin' on the bed
I'll be out the door before you wake
It's nothin' new to you
'Cause I think we've seen that movie too, oh
'Cause you could be mine
But you're way out of line
With your bitch slap rappin'
And your cocaine tongue
You get nothin' done
I said you could be mine, oh
Now holidays come and then they go
It's nothin' new today
Collect another memory
When I come home late at night
Don't ask me where I've been
Just count your stars I'm home again, oh
'Cause you could be mine
But you're way out of line, ow
With your bitch slap rappin'
And your cocaine tongue
You get nothin' done
I said you could be mine
You could be mine
You could be mine
You could be mine
You could be mine
You could be mine, mine, mine, mine
Ooh, you've gone sketchin' too many times
Ooh, why don't you give it a rest
Why must you find
Another reason to cry?
While you're breakin' down my back and
I been rackin' out my brain
It don't matter how we make it
'Cause it always ends the same
You can push it for more mileage
But your flaps are wearin' thin
And I could sleep on it 'til mornin'
But this nightmare never ends
Don't forget to call my lawyers
With ridiculous demands
And you can take the pity so far
But it's more than I can stand
'Cause this couch-trip's gettin' older
Tell me, how long has it been?
'Cause five years is forever
And you haven't grown up yet
Oh, you could be mine
But you're way out of line
With your bitch slap rappin'
And your cocaine tongue
You get nothin' done
I said you could be
You should be
You could be mine
Oh, you could be mine (you could be mine)
You could be mine (you could be mine)
Oh, you could be mine (you could be mine)
You could be mine (you could be mine)
Oh, you could be mine (you could be mine)
Come on, you could be mine (you could be mine)
Oh, you could be mine (you could be mine)
You could be mine, yeah
@abelha___________
I'm a cold heartbreaker, fit to burn
And I'll rip your heart in two
And I'll leave you lying on the bed
I'll be out the door before you wake
It's nothing new to you
'Cause I think we've seen that movie too
'Cause you could be mine
But you're way out of line
With your bitch-slap rapping
And your cocaine tongue
You get nothing done
I bet you could be mine
Now holidays come and then they go
It's nothing new today
Collect another memory
When I come home late at night
Don't ask me where I've been
Just count your stars, I'm home again
'Cause you could be mine
But you're way out of line
With your bitch slap rapping
And your cocaine tongue
You get nothing done
I said you could be mine
You could be mine, you could be mine
You could be mine, you could be mine
You could be mine, mine, mine, mine
You've gone sketching too many times
Why don't you give it a rest?
Why must you find
Another reason to cry?
While you're breaking down my back
I been rackin' out my brain
It don't matter how we make it
'Cause it always ends the same
You can push it for more mileage
But your flaps are wearing thin
And I could sleep on it 'till morning
But this nightmare never ends
Don't forget to call my lawyers
With ridiculous demands
And you can take the pity so far
But it's more than I can stand
'Cause this couchtrip's getting older
Tell me how long has it been
'Cause five years is forever
And you haven't grown up yet
You could be mine
But you're way out of line
With your bitch slap rapping
And your cocaine tongue
You get nothing done
I bet you could be
You should be
You could be mine
You could be mine (you could be mine)
You could be mine (you could be mine)
You could be mine (you could be mine)
You could be mine (you could be mine)
You could be mine (you could be mine)
You could be mine (you could be mine)
You could be mine (you could be mine)
You could be mine
@JohnnyCage333
What a great song whether you're driving on the highway working out at the gym or just casually listening it really pumps you up
@noisepollution6761
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@warrtiger9780
i feel sorry for anyone that didn't live this era
@siddwhiz
They r way out of lineeeeeeeeeeee
@TheBoss0873
That would be me
@christopherdouglas512
Donāt feel sorry for anyone in this country.
@christopherdouglas512
Except the Poor.
@warrtiger9780
@@christopherdouglas512 ummm... ok.
@chrisexperience7
This song is the closest thing to perfection.
The drums on this are out of this world.
@Kim-pq9sm
Yeah