Bad Blood
Jesse Mast Lyrics
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I should just run away
Well I wanna play with fire
Girl I ain't fearin' your flame
I'm just lookin' at your tattoos
Got my mind trippin' like a screw's loose
I don't care what they say
We may hate each other
You might be nothin' but trouble
but maybe I wanna get in some
Put the pedal to the metal
I don't care if you're a rebel
that ain't gonna slow me down
They say I'll crash and burn
and I'm gonna learn the hard way
A heartache stings the veins
but in love, love in everything
think about the bad blood
Bad blood.
Untamed you break hearts in the fast lane
I know that once I crash
I'll look back in anger
"Why did you make me fall?"
But I'm fallin'
Hindsight isn't 20/20
In your green eyes
I just see us right now
Don't care about how this might end
Ohh
You might be nothin' but trouble
but maybe I wanna get in some
Put the pedal to the metal
Don't care if you're a rebel
that ain't gonna slow me down
They say I'll crash and burn
and I'm gonna learn the hard way
A heartache stings the veins
but in love, love in everything
think about the bad blood
You got my chest beatin' like a bass drum
But I ain't been thinkin' 'bout the bad blood.
Bad blood.
Whoa Whoa Whoa
I don't stand much of a chance
of stoppin' your goodbye
Pain's on the way so right now
I'll just stay blind blind blind
You might be nothin' but trouble
but maybe I wanna get in some
Put the pedal to the metal
Don't care if you're a rebel
that ain't gonna slow me down
They say I'll crash and burn
and I'm gonna learn the hard way
A heartache stings the veins
but in love, love in everything
think about the bad blood
You got my chest beatin' like a bass drum
But I ain't been thinkin' 'bout the bad blood.
Bad blood.
Whoa Whoa Whoa
You might be nothin' but trouble
but maybe I wanna get in some
The lyrics to Jesse Mast's Bad Blood explore the idea of falling for someone who may not be the best choice in terms of a relationship. The singer acknowledges that this person has a bad reputation and that everyone says they are trouble, but he/she is still drawn to them. Despite the warnings of crashing and burning, the singer is willing to take the risk and put the pedal to the metal. The lyrics suggest that the attraction to this person is intense and physical, as evidenced by the line "You got my chest beating like a bass drum." The idea of "bad blood" is constantly present in the lyrics, emphasizing that this relationship may not end well.
The lyrics also touch on the idea of hindsight and how it can be clouded by emotions. The singer admits that, in retrospect, they will probably look back in anger and wonder why they fell for someone who caused them pain. However, in the present moment, they are unable to see that far ahead and are just focused on the intense feelings they are experiencing.
Overall, the lyrics to Bad Blood illustrate the complexities of falling for someone who may not be the best choice, and the risks involved in pursuing that attraction.
Line by Line Meaning
Bad news, everyone says you're bad news
People are warning me about you
I should just run away
I should stay away from you
Well I wanna play with fire
I want to take a risk and pursue you
Girl I ain't fearin' your flame
I'm not afraid of getting hurt by you
I'm just lookin' at your tattoos
I am intrigued by your mystique
Got my mind trippin' like a screw's loose
You are causing me to think in unpredictable ways
We may hate each other
We might have a tumultuous relationship
But right now we're together
But we are currently in each other's company
You might be nothin' but trouble
You could potentially cause problems or heartbreak
but maybe I wanna get in some
But I am still attracted to you, despite the risks
Put the pedal to the metal
I am ready to go full speed ahead with you
Don't care if you're a rebel
Your nonconformist behavior does not deter me
that ain't gonna slow me down
Your rebelliousness will not hinder my pursuit of you
They say I'll crash and burn
Others warn that our relationship will end in disaster
and I'm gonna learn the hard way
I'll have to experience the heartache for myself
A heartache stings the veins
A broken heart can cause emotional pain
but in love, love in everything
Love is a powerful force, worth the risk
think about the bad blood
Consider the potential negative consequences of our relationship
You got my chest beatin' like a bass drum
You make my heart race with excitement and anticipation
But I ain't been thinkin' 'bout the bad blood.
I am currently not worried about the potential negative consequences
I don't stand much of a chance
I am likely to get hurt in this relationship
of stoppin' your goodbye
You are likely to end the relationship eventually
Pain's on the way so right now
I am aware of the inevitable heartbreak
I'll just stay blind blind blind
I am choosing to ignore the potential negative consequences
Whoa Whoa Whoa
Contributed by Adeline D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@kaythajer15
Havnt heard this song in years, wish you still made music
@adamsanchez4191
You killed it in Halifax with Gord!
Love the song! Can't wait to hear more
@brookegallant1275
love this song❤
@pokesthebunny13
<3 <3 such an amazing guy. he's so sweet and has an amazing voice
@HIYOJAYO
Saw the end of the video on TV, I just had to come and watch the whole thing...great video great song, keep it up
@JosiahTaschuk
congrats on the launch Jesse!
@CFShadark
Incredible song! Also, loving the coat 13 seconds in! Nothing suits ya like a suit!
@StillSill
This song is gonna blow up soon !
@ckvs-fm93.72
Great tune!!
@alisonkennedy9567
<3!