Set Fire To The Rain
H.I.A.M. Lyrics
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I'm gon set fire to the pain
Guns for hire
That's if your new man
Stand in my way
I'm gon set fire to the pain
Pop my perc and just laugh in her face
You a crazy bitch if you thought for one second
Guns for hire, let em spray
That's if your new man stand in my way
Thought I told you on like that first date
That we don't play, no games
Bitch I got brothers
Ain't no gang
Make one call they gon knock off his face
Grab the shells off the floor
Did the dash so the pigs ain't got a case
No way
Never playin' they could really die today
Big ol' choppa hit ya pasta
Blacka Blacka
Let it spray
Ain't enough drugs on this planet
That could heal all of the pain
But they ease the suicidal thoughts that travel my brain
You left me lonely really thinkin' we would make it always
But I guess it's not meant to be, and I'm learning that's okay
My chest is frozen, Mr. Freeze shit up in my cavity
My heart heart gon need a surgery from all those games that you played
Darling listen I'm not tryna be harsh
I really wanted this forever told you that from the start
Do you forget you were the one that left me out in the dark
I'll show you pressure
Cut the brakes right out from under your car
You swerving now in that Suburban took you out like subtraction
I really show hoes what it means to have a fatal attraction
Not just your cheeks
But now some 40's in the street that we clapping
Told you I was not the one
I guess you thought I was cappin
I'm gon set fire to the pain
Pop my perc and just laugh in her face
You a crazy bitch if you thought for one second
I would change, no way
Guns for hire, let em spray
That's if your new man stand in my way
Thought I told you on like that first date
That we don't play, no games
Bitch I got brothers
Ain't no gang
Make one call they gon knock off his face
Grab the shells off the floor
Did the dash so the pigs ain't got a case
No way
Write my verse as I put down the pain
I am different, me and you are not the same
Stole my heart and then you threw it in the flames
Like your trust was something I could never gain
Everyday I think about you so I look up and pray
Waiting for you to call me I just want you to stay
Baby please I'm sorry I don't know what to say
Got me drinking this liquor until my body decays
Seems like suicide the only way the pain go away
Make me wanna get a gun and put it straight to my brain
Make me close both eyes drive in the oncoming lane
I'm really going through some shit
I think I'm going insane
Make me wanna eat these pills and take my spirit away
Hope I could still join the club cause I just turned 28
And if they say I can't get in I guess I'm hopping the gate
They hated on me from the jump, they said I'd never be great
I'm gon set fire to the pain
Pop my perc and just laugh in her face
You a crazy bitch if you thought for one second
I would chase, no way
Guns for hire, let em' spray
That's if your new man stand in my way
Thought I told you on like that first date
That we don't play, no games
Bitch I got brothers
Ain't no gang
Make one call they gon knock off his face
Grab the shells off the floor
Did the dash so the pigs ain't got a case
No way
In the song "Set Fire To The Rain" by H.I.A.M., the lyrics depict a sense of anger, revenge, and heartbreak. The singer is expressing their determination to set fire to the pain they are feeling, metaphorically burning it away. They feel empowered and assertive, ready to take action and confront the source of their suffering.
The lyrics also mention "guns for hire," implying a willingness to employ violent means to defend themselves. The singer warns their ex-partner's new lover (referred to as the "new man") not to stand in their way, as they are prepared to do whatever it takes to overcome their heartache. This showcases their intense emotions and a potentially dangerous mindset.
The singer acknowledges their own mental struggles, mentioning suicidal thoughts that constantly plague their mind. They find temporary relief in drugs, which temporarily alleviate their pain. However, they understand that drugs cannot completely heal or solve their emotional turmoil.
The lyrics also reveal a sense of betrayal and resentment towards their ex-partner. They blame them for leaving them in the dark and playing games with their heart. The singer expresses a desire to retaliate, using language that suggests causing harm, such as cutting the brakes of the new lover's car. This illustrates their immense frustration and desire for revenge.
Throughout the song, the singer's emotions fluctuate between rage, despair, and a sense of resignation. They long for their ex-partner to return but understand that it may not be possible. They plead and apologize but also mention indulging in destructive behaviors, such as excessive drinking and contemplating suicide.
In summary, "Set Fire To The Rain" is a deeply emotional song that delves into themes of heartbreak, revenge, and battling one's inner demons. The lyrics evoke a sense of anger and pain, as the singer grapples with their emotions while seeking some form of release or resolution to their torment.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm gon set fire
I am determined to cause destruction
I'm gon set fire to the pain
I will ignite the source of my suffering
Guns for hire
I have people at my disposal who are willing to do harm
That's if your new man
If your current partner
Stand in my way
Obstructs my path or opposes me
Pop my perc and just laugh in her face
I consume a kind of medication and mockingly respond to her
You a crazy bitch if you thought for one second
You are foolish if you believed even briefly
I would chase, no way
That I would pursue you, absolutely not
Guns for hire, let em spray
I have individuals who can cause harm, let them unleash it
Thought I told you on like that first date
I believe I expressed it clearly on our initial encounter
That we don't play, no games
That we are not involved in any deceptive actions
Bitch I got brothers
I have close friends or allies
Ain't no gang
But we are not an organized group
Make one call they gon knock off his face
With a single phone call, they will violently harm him
Grab the shells off the floor
Retrieve the casings from the ground
Did the dash so the pigs ain't got a case
Quickly fled the scene to avoid any legal consequences
No way
Absolutely not
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Benjamin Cary, Nicolas Tavares
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@indybruggeman1293
LYRICS:
I give a little
Into the moment like I'm standing at the edge (I know)
That no one's gonna turn me 'round
Just one more step, I could let go
Oh and in the middle,
I hear the voices and they're calling for me now (I know)
And nothing's gonna wake me now
'Cause I'm a slave to the sound
And they're calling,
Don't stop, no, I'll never give up
And I'll never look back, just hold your head up
And if it gets rough, it's time to get rough
They keep saying
Don't stop, no it's never enough
I'll never look back, never give up
And if it gets rough, it's time to get rough
But now I'm falling, falling, falling
Falling, falling, falling,
Falling, falling, falling, falling, oh
Now we're going down,
And I can feel the eyes are watching us so closely oh
I'm trying not to make a sound
'Cause I'll be found out somehow
So keep calling,
Don't stop, no, I'll never give up
And I'll never look back, just hold your head up
And if it gets rough, it's time to get rough
They keep saying
Don't stop, no it's never enough
I'll never look back, never give up
And if it gets rough, it's time to get rough
But now I'm falling
Into the fire feeling higher than the truth
(I'm falling)
I can feel the heat but I'm not burning
(But now I'm falling)
Feeling desire, feeling tired, hungry too
(I'm falling)
Feels like I'm falling, yeah
I can hear them calling
(I'm falling)
Into the fire feeling higher than the truth
(I'm falling)
I can feel the heat but I'm not burning
(But now I'm falling)
Feeling desire, feeling tired, hungry too
(I'm falling)
Feels like I'm falling, yeah
I can hear them calling
(Now I'm falling)
Falling, falling, falling
Falling, falling, falling,
Falling, Falling, falling, oh
Oh and now I'm falling
Falling, falling, falling
Falling, falling, falling,
Falling, falling, falling, oh
Falling, falling, falling, falling
Fall yeah
And now I'm falling
Falling, falling, falling, falling
Fall yeah
And now I'm falling
Into the fire feeling higher than the truth
(But now I'm falling)
I can feel the heat but I'm not burning
(I'm falling)
Feeling desire, feeling tired, hungry too
(But now I'm falling)
Feels like I'm falling, yeah
I can hear them calling for me
(I'm falling)
Into the fire feeling higher than the truth
(Now I'm falling)
I can feel the heat but I'm not burning
(I'm falling)
Feeling desire, feeling tired, hungry too
(Now I'm falling)
It feels like I'm falling, yeah
I can hear them calling for me
Never look back, never give up
Never look back, never give up
Never look back, never give up
I'll never give up
I'll never give up
[6x]
@mag-nos7s788
If Haim would of came out in the 80s they would be huge. But now we live in a era where girls bands with musical talent don't get alot of recognition. Haim is definitely a group that people really need to take notice of because they are the real deal when it comes to blending unique sounds into their music.
@edie6839
To be fair though, most of their music is ripped off from the eighties. Definitely nothing new and the music industry is also about making money so producers go with what sells(at the moment reworked house sort of stuff). I don't think they're particularly talented or controversial and even the processed album doesn't sound too perfected but I like them and it doesn't make their music any less enjoyable to listen too!
@edie6839
definitely true they are less popular because they are all girls
@edie6839
*****
That's a good point. I guess everything is borrowed from everything nowadays, in my opinion nothing really new in music has been created in the 21st century (apart from some of the house and drum and bass in the early 2000s, but most of that was continued from the 90s anyway). One direction are much more commercial than Haim and are aimed at at different audience and they got tons of publicity from x factor. I think Haim should get way more recognition than they do at the moment though
@edie6839
Also, not to judge by appearance but one of the main selling points of One Direction is that they're 'attractive'. Personally I think Haim are too, but they're in a natural average way rather than how most female artists look in the charts. It's so sad that to achieve success in music nowadays you either have to be flawless like Beyonce, shake your ass like Nicki Minaj or look perfect like Taylor Swift (no hate to any of these artists btw just examples) ^^sorry for the long comments
@MrCajunFury
Ava J. - I'm a guy and find Danielle of Haim extremely more attractive then Taylor Swift. Swift is far from perfect looking to me.
@ictea634
Haim is such an underrated band, cant wait for their new music.
@deevuh453
haha yes
@Prof.CheeseDog
They do pretty well for an offbeat-genre band.
@jonahdoughty9210
true