I Put A Spell On You
Jools Holland & His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra Lyrics


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I put a spell on you because you're mine
You better stop the things that you do
I ain't lyin', no, I ain't lyin'
I just can't stand it babe
The way you're always runnin' 'round
I just can't stand it, the way you always put me down
I put a spell on you because you're mine
I put a spell on you because you're mine
You better stop the things that you do
I ain't lyin', no, I ain't lyin'
I just can't stand it babe
The way you're always runnin' 'round
I just can't stand it, the way you always put me down
I put a spell on you because you're mine




I put a spell on you. I put a spell on you
I put a spell on you. I put a spell on you

Overall Meaning

At its core, "I Put a Spell on You" is a song about love and jealousy. The singer is someone who is deeply in love with their partner but is also incredibly frustrated with the way they behave. The partner is always running around and putting the singer down, which makes them feel powerless and unhappy. In response, the singer decides to put a spell on their partner in order to keep them under their control. The spell is a symbol of the singer's intense desire to keep their partner close and prevent them from straying.


On a deeper level, the song can also be seen as a commentary on the power dynamics in relationships. The singer is the one who holds all the power in this situation, using magic to control their partner's actions. However, this kind of control is ultimately harmful and unsustainable, as it's impossible to force someone to love you or be faithful to you. In the end, the singer's attempts to manipulate their partner are doomed to fail, as true love can only be built on trust and mutual respect.


Line by Line Meaning

I put a spell on you because you're mine
I have cast a magic spell on you because you belong to me


You better stop the things that you do
You should cease any actions that displease me


I ain't lyin', no, I ain't lyin'
I am not lying, I am telling the truth


I just can't stand it babe
I cannot tolerate your behavior, my dear


The way you're always runnin' 'round
Your constant moving and restlessness bothers me greatly


I just can't stand it, the way you always put me down
Your constant criticism and belittling of me is unbearable


I put a spell on you
I have put a magical curse on you


I put a spell on you
I have put a magical curse on you




Lyrics © DistroKid, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Jay Hawkins

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