I Put A Spell On You
It's a Cover Up Lyrics
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Because you′re mine
You better stop the things that you do
I said watch out, I ain't lyin′
I ain't gonna take none of your foolin'around
I ain′t gonna take none of your puttin′ me down
I put a spell on you
Because you're mine
Because you′re mine
You better stop the things that you do
I said watch out, i ain't lyin!
I ain′t gonna take none of your foolin'around
I can′t stand, i can't stand when you put me down
I put a spell on you
Because you're mine
And i love you, i love you, i love you anyhow
And i don′t care if you don′t want me, i'm yours rightnow
I put a spell on you
Because you′re mine
The song "I Put a Spell on You" by It's a Cover Up is a classic Blues song originally written and recorded by Screamin' Jay Hawkins in 1956. The song has been covered by numerous artists over the years, but the underlying message of the song remains the same - a man is so in love with a woman that he is willing to do whatever it takes to keep her.
The lyrics of the song are straightforward and to the point. The man is so possessive of the woman that he has put a spell on her to ensure that she stays with him. He warns her to stop any behavior that could jeopardize their relationship and declares that he will not tolerate any mistreatment from her. Despite his possessiveness, he professes his love for her and declares that he does not care if she wants him or not because he belongs to her.
The song's underlying message is one of obsession and possessiveness, but it also speaks to the lengths that people will go to for love. While putting a spell on someone is obviously not a healthy or acceptable way to maintain a relationship, the intensity of the man's feelings is undeniable.
Line by Line Meaning
I put a spell on you
I have used magic to manipulate your thoughts and feelings.
Because you're mine
Because I feel a possessive ownership over you.
You better stop the things that you do
You need to change your behavior to meet my expectations.
I said watch out, I ain't lyin'
Take my warning seriously, I am being truthful.
I ain't gonna take none of your foolin' around
I won't tolerate any of your childish or immature behavior.
I ain't gonna take none of your puttin' me down
I refuse to tolerate any belittlement or disrespect from you.
And I love you, I love you, I love you anyhow
Despite the negative aspects of our relationship, I still have strong feelings of love for you.
And I don't care if you don't want me, I'm yours right now
Despite your potential lack of interest or reciprocation, I am still devoted to you and will remain your partner.
Writer(s): Jay Hawkins
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