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Harley & Muscle Lyrics

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"Have you ever been in love?"
"Once she's dead she got shot'"

Cutest girl I ever saw, did I love her
Then why'd I go and do something so cruel?
I married her on that summer day
Did she love me
Well, she said yes so she

Must've been a fool

On our honeymoon night instead
Of making sweet love
I sat her down and confessed my true history
I said, "Baby
I love you and I hope you
Know you're a gift from above
But I killed twenty men and
The cops are after me"

Well she said "That's okay
I don't care dear
'Cause I love you anyway
Honey, a man's gotta do what
A man's gotta do
So be strong and be brave"
Well, I'll try
You know I'll try

And God said it is good
And man and woman should
Become one and be fruitful
Well, we would if we could
But we're runnin' from the law
And we're livin' in a shack
And I'm gonna burn in hell
For corruptin' my better half

Cruisin' down the freeway
Goin' ninety-five
We're robbin' convenience stores and
Tryin' to stay alive
I'm sorry I got the man back there
Could you ever forgive me
For bringin' you into my life when
I should've left you be?

Well she said "That's okay
I don't care dear
'Cause I love you anyway
Honey, a man's gotta do what
A man's gotta do
So be strong and be brave"
Well, I'll try
You know I'll try

And God said it is good
And man and woman should
Become one and be fruitful
Well, we would if we could
But we're runnin' from the law
And we're livin' in a shack
And I'm gonna burn in hell
For corruptin' my better half

The cops have found our hideout
And they shot her
Why'd they go and do something so cruel?
She died right in my arms, I had to leave her
I'm sorry, my love, for being such a fool

Well she said "That's okay
I don't care dear
'Cause I love you anyway
Honey, a man's gotta do what
A man's gotta do
So be strong and be brave"
Well I'll try
Oh Jesus, you know I'll try

And God said it is good
And man and woman should
Become one and be fruitful
Well, we would if we could
But I'm runnin' from the law
And the cops shot down my shack
And I'm gonna burn in hell
For corruptin' my better half

And I'm gonna burn in hell
For corruptin' my better half

And I'm gonna burn in hell
For killin' my better half

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Harley & Muscle's song "Half in 4" tell a poignant and tragic story of love, betrayal, and consequences. The narrative is centered around a man who has had a troubled past, having confessed to his wife on their honeymoon night that he has killed twenty men and is now on the run from the law. Despite this revelation, his wife chooses to stand by him, showing unwavering love and support.

The lyrics portray a sense of guilt and regret from the singer for bringing his wife into his dangerous and criminal lifestyle. Despite knowing the risks and the potential consequences, he acknowledges his wrongdoing and wishes he had left her out of it. The repeated refrain of "man's gotta do what a man's gotta do" reflects his internal struggle between his love for his wife and the choices he has made that have put both of their lives in danger.

The tragic climax of the story occurs when the cops finally catch up to them and shoot the wife, leading to her death in the arms of the singer. The lyrics capture the heart-wrenching moment of losing a loved one due to the singer's actions, as he expresses sorrow and remorse for being the cause of her untimely end.

The mention of burning in hell for corrupting and killing his better half reinforces the theme of guilt and accountability for his actions. The singer grapples with the consequences of his decisions, realizing too late the devastating impact they have had on the person he loves the most. The song ends on a somber note, with the singer facing the ultimate punishment for his crimes and the loss of his beloved wife.

Overall, "Half in 4" is a powerful and emotionally charged song that delves into the complexities of love, sacrifice, and the heavy toll of living a life filled with crime and regret. It showcases the tragic outcome of a relationship overshadowed by dark secrets and the irreversible consequences of a life lived on the edge.

Line by Line Meaning

Cutest girl I ever saw, did I love her
I was mesmerized by the most beautiful girl I had ever seen, did I truly love her?

Then why'd I go and do something so cruel?
Why did I commit such a heartless act?

Did she love me
Was her love for me genuine?

Well, she said yes so she
She accepted me, believing in our love

Must've been a fool
She must have been naive to trust me

On our honeymoon night instead
Instead of a romantic night as expected on our honeymoon

Of making sweet love
I sat her down to reveal my dark past

I sat her down and confessed my true history
I confessed my criminal past to her

But I killed twenty men and
I have committed inexcusable crimes

The cops are after me
Law enforcement is pursuing me

Well she said 'That's okay
She forgave me, showing unconditional love