In For The Kill
Heaven 17 and La Roux Lyrics
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But when we start making fires
We get ever so hot (ooh)
Whether we like it or not
They say we can love who we trust (ooh)
But what is love without lust?
Two hearts with accurate devotions (ooh)
What are feelings without emotions?
I'm going in for the kill
I'm doing it for a thrill
Oh, I'm hoping you'll understand
And not let go of my hand
I'm going in for the kill
I'm doing it for a thrill
Oh, I'm hoping you'll understand
And not let go of my hand
I hang my hopes out on the line (ooh)
Will they be ready for you in time?
If you leave them out too long (ooh)
They'll be withered by the sun
Full stops and exclamation marks (ah) (ooh)
My words stumble before I start
How far can you send emotions? (Ooh)
Can this bridge cross the ocean?
I'm going in for the kill
I'm doing it for a thrill
Oh, I'm hoping you'll understand
And not let go of my hand
I'm going in for the kill
I'm doing it for a thrill
Oh, I'm hoping you'll understand
And not let go of my hand
Let's go to war to make peace
Let's be cold to create heat
I hope in darkness we can see
And you're not blinded by the light from me
Ooh
I'm going in for the kill
I'm doing it for a thrill
Oh, I'm hoping you'll understand
And not let go of my hand
The lyrics of "In for the Kill" by Heaven 17 and La Roux explore the theme of desire and what drives it. The song starts by acknowledging the struggle to resist our desires, but at the same time, when we give in to them, they consume us. The lyrics suggest that love and trust are not enough to sustain a relationship; there needs to be an element of physical attraction or lust. The song implies that without emotions, our feelings are incomplete, and accurate devotion alone is not enough to sustain a relationship.
The chorus of "I'm going in for the kill, I'm doing it for a thrill, oh, I'm hoping you'll understand and not let go of my hand" suggests a sense of desperation to hold onto something that brings excitement and pleasure, even if it may cause pain or danger. The imagery of hanging hopes out on a line, hoping they will be ready for someone, also indicates how fragile and fleeting our desires can be. Overall, the lyrics of "In for the Kill" are reflective and cautious about the power of desire and its consequences.
Line by Line Meaning
We can fight our desires, ooh
Despite our attempt to resist temptation, sometimes we give in to our desires
But when we start making fires
Our desires can be so intense that it ignites passion within us
We get ever so hot, ooh
Our desire becomes all-consuming and we become very passionate
Whether we like it or not
Our desires can be irresistible, regardless of whether we want them or not
They say we can love who we trust, ooh
Trust and love can be intertwined, and it's often easier to love those who we trust
But what is love without lust?
However, passion and physical attraction are also important component of love
Two hearts with accurate devotions, ooh
A relationship built on mutual trust and passion
What are feelings without emotions?
Feelings without passion and emotion are meaningless
I hang my hopes out on the line, ooh
I am putting myself out there and taking a risk
Well, they'd be ready for you in time
I'm prepared for you to accept me and my feelings
If you leave them out too long, ooh
If you take too long to respond, my hopes will wither and die
They'll be withered by the sun
My hopes and desire will fade without nourishment and attention
Full stops and exclamation marks, ooh
My words express my passion and excitement
My words stumble before I start
Despite my passion, I am nervous and unsure how to express myself
How far can you send emotions? Ooh
Can our emotions transcend distance and obstacles?
Can this bridge cross the ocean?
Can our love overcome obstacles and distance?
Let's go to war to make peace
We must fight for what we believe in to achieve peace and happiness
Let's be cold to create heat
Sometimes we need to be aloof and distant to ignite passion in a relationship
I hope in darkness we can see
Even in the darkest moments, there is still hope
And you're not blinded by the light from me
I hope that my passion for you does not cloud your judgment
I'm going in for the kill
I am taking a risk for love
I'm doing it for a thrill
The excitement and passion of a new relationship is worth the risk
Oh, I'm hoping you'll understand
I hope that you will return my feelings
And not let go of my hand
I hope that you will reciprocate my feelings and stay with me
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Benedict Langmaid, Eleanor Jackson
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ShopFloorMonkey
His vocal style doesnt really fit the track, but they work well together. He is almost more of a crooner! I have a lot of respect for him, being old enough to remember Heaven 17 the first time around, and the gig as a whole was really cool. Nice chemistry. Def worth a look if you havent seen it all.
Peter Kennedy
I really love this, 2 of my favourite artists from different eras together.
André Pimentel
Great version. Glenn Gregory still rocks. I adore Ellie's voice.
Andriz2006
You are absolutely right. His voice fits the very classic Heaven 17 style, but he is doing a very good job here - and he has obviously fun.
Sophia G
Absolutely fantastic performance & pairing :-)
Andy Lockwood
pure class....what a perfect combination.....musical passion all round
silversky123
her voice is just amazing!!!! :)
bianchi1885
To those bashing "Heaven 17," his name is Glenn Gregory. He is now in his 50s, and time takes a toll on any singer's vocal chords. Interestingly, one of LaRoux's influences is Heaven 17. One day Elly will be in her 50s and not exhibiting the vocal dexterity she enjoys today in support of some 20-something-year-old's hit song. So let's cut "Heaven 17" some slack. It's great to see a past star of the early 80s new wave movement together with a superstar of today's new wave revival.
Anthony Martinez
he still sounds good. They need a comeback album!
Lionel Hutz
Love it !!