Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood
Kill Bill Volume 1 OST - Santa Esmeralda Lyrics
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Sometimes I feel a little mad
But don't you know that no one alive can always be an angel
When things go wrong I feel real bad.
I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
With a joy that's hard to hide
And sometimes it seems that, all I have to do is worry
And then you're bound to see my other side
I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
If I seem edgy, I want you to know,
That I never mean to take it out on you
Life has its problems, and I get my share,
And that's one thing I never mean to do
Cause I love you,
Oh,
Oh, oh, oh, baby - don't you know I'm human
I have thoughts like any other one
Sometimes I find myself, Lord, regretting
Some foolish thing, some little simple thing I've done
I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
Yes, I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
Yes, I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
Yes, I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
"Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood" is a song by Santa Esmeralda featured on the soundtrack of Quentin Tarantino's film "Kill Bill Volume 1." The lyrics express the struggle of a person who feels misunderstood and seeks understanding and acceptance from their significant other. The songwriter acknowledges that they may sometimes show different sides of themselves, experiencing moments of anger, carefree joy, worry, and regret, but ultimately their intentions are genuine and good.
The first verse reflects on the complexity of human emotions, emphasizing that nobody can always be perfect and that they genuinely feel remorse when things go wrong. The second verse describes moments of carefree joy and the contrasting worry that sometimes consumes them. The third verse addresses any edginess or tension they may display, clarifying that it is not directed at their partner but rather a result of life's problems and challenges. The bridge emphasizes the singer's love for their partner but recognizes their own humanity, acknowledging that they have thoughts and sometimes make mistakes. In the end, the plea to not be misunderstood is repeated, reaffirming the genuine intentions behind all their emotions and actions.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby, do you understand me now?
Do you comprehend my true feelings and intentions?
Sometimes I feel a little mad
Occasionally, I experience a sense of anger or frustration
But don't you know that no one alive can always be an angel
It is important to recognize that no individual is perfect or constantly virtuous
When things go wrong I feel real bad.
In times of adversity or failure, I experience genuine sadness
I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
I am merely a person with pure and positive motives
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
I implore the divine power to prevent any misinterpretation of my intentions
Baby, sometimes I'm so carefree
There are moments when I am incredibly lighthearted and without worry
With a joy that's hard to hide
My happiness becomes evident and difficult to conceal
And sometimes it seems that, all I have to do is worry
Occasionally, it feels as though I am constantly burdened with anxiety
And then you're bound to see my other side
During those times, you are inevitably exposed to my less favorable traits or behaviors
If I seem edgy, I want you to know
In the event that I appear tense or irritable, I want you to understand
That I never mean to take it out on you
I want to clarify that I never intend to direct my frustrations towards you
Life has its problems, and I get my share
Like everyone else, I encounter difficulties and challenges in life
And that's one thing I never mean to do
Unintentionally causing harm or distress is something I always strive to avoid
Cause I love you
This is because I deeply care for you
Oh, oh, oh, baby - don't you know I'm human
My dear, do you not realize that I am fallible and subject to human emotions
I have thoughts like any other one
Just like any other person, I have thoughts and inner contemplations
Sometimes I find myself, Lord, regretting
There are instances when I experience remorse or sorrow
Some foolish thing, some little simple thing I've done
These regrets often arise from minor and seemingly insignificant actions
Yes, I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Indeed, I am purely motivated at heart
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
I beseech the divine presence to ensure that my intentions are not misconstrued
Yes, I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Once again, I reaffirm that I harbor good intentions
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
My plea remains the same, imploring the Lord to prevent any misinterpretations
Yes, I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Emphasizing my virtuous motives
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
Once more, I entreat the Lord to ensure understanding and clarity
Lyrics © WARNER CHAPPELL MUSIC FRANCE
Written by: Bennie Benjamin, Gloria Caldwell, Sol Marcus
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Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood (Long Version) lyrics
Baby, do you understand me now?
Sometimes I feel a little mad
But don't you know that no one alive can always be an angel
When things go wrong I seem to be bad
Cause I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
If I seem edgy, I want you to know,
That I never meant to take it out on you
Life has its problems, and I've got my share,
That's one thing I never meant to do
Cause I love you!
Baby, don't you know I'm just human
And I've got thoughts like any other man
And sometimes I find myself alone regretting
Some foolish thing, some foolish thing I've done
Cause I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
Oh lord, don't you let me be misunderstood
Don't let me be
Don't let me be misunderstood, no no no no no no
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Ohhh...
Come to me baby
Esmeralda...
Ah, come on baby
You're so sweet
Mighty sweet
Come around me babe
Come around me, I love ya
Oh don't play with me baby
Come on, talk to me
Esmeralda
Oh baby
Oh please!
Oh lord pleeeeaase babe
My sweet Esmeralda!
Baby, do you understand me now?
Sometimes I feel a little mad
But don't you know that no one alive can always be an angel
When things go wrong I seem to be bad
Cause I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
Baby, sometimes I'm so carefree
With a joy that's hard to hide
And sometimes it seems that all I have to do is worry
And then you're bound to see my other side
Cause I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
If I seem edgy, I want you to know,
That I never meant to take it out on you
Life has its problems, and I've got my share,
That's one thing I never meant to do
Cause I love you
Oh baby, don't you know I'm human
I have thoughts like any other man
And sometimes I feel myself, alone, regretting
Some foolish thing, some foolish thing I've done
Cause I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
@Marsiekuma
Going back and watching the full scene again.. The setting, the actresses, the music, the fight.. It was all perfection.
@1958PonyBoy
I can't agree more. I thought it was as good of a scene as it gets.
@gasjebasje99
I just watched it the first time. It was really REALLY good, no regrets
@tarunprabhu2562
Mercy Charles at first glance maybe, but if you're gonna pay close attention to the fight, you realise how Lucy liu moved with such grace and made (to an extent) very sharp movement. There's a term called "unnecessary movement"
Just like how the shortest route between two places is a straight line. Notice how Asian martial arts movies usually involve fights like that.
Uma is definitely fit, she probably took classes and did a lot of training, but her fighting style looks unrefined as hell. No way someone would actually forge a sword for her with that. You'd think it's all a parody / gag something.
@javierfernandez7415
Remember the Bride had spent years in coma, she was supposed to have lost a lot of the skills she might have had before. Real fights are fast and short, so in a movie would be very disappointing to watch.
@randykarnell9980
There's no one like the dude - not ever - I'm talking Quentin Tarantino.
The anointed one - wow -
@Maximus-hq1cz
My Mom took me to this movie when it came out, I will always remember how blown away I was from the genius of Quentin Tarantino.. That cinematic experience will always stay with me... One of my favorite films all time..
@Weskers_GF
I never fell in love with a movie before.
Then, I watched Kill Bill..
@JZjzred
Yes!!
@thebrutaljudge9883
and now you jack off