License To Kill
Knight Gladys Lyrics
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Oh oh
I feel, I need, I've got to hold on to your love, ooh
Hey baby, thought you were the one who tried to run away
Ooh, baby, wasn't I the one who made you want to stay?
Please don't bet that you'll ever escape me
Once I get my sights on you
Got a license to kill (to kill)
And you know I'm going straight for your heart
(Got a license to kill)
Got a license to kill (to kill)
Anyone who tries to tear us apart
(Got a license to kill)
License to kill, ooh
Hey baby, think you need a friend to stand here by your side?
Yes, you do (your side)
Ooh, baby, now you can depend on me to make things right (things right)
Please don't bet that you'll ever escape me
Once I get my sights on you
Got a license to kill (to kill)
And you know I'm going straight for your heart
(Got a license to kill)
Got a license to kill (to kill)
Anyone who tries to tear us apart
(Got a license to kill)
Got a license to kill (to kill)
And you know I'm going straight for your heart
(Got a license to kill)
Got a license to kill (to kill)
Anyone who tries to tear us apart
(Got a license to kill)
Say that somebody tries to make a move on you
In the blink of an eye, I will be there too
And they better know why I'm gonna make them 'em pay
Till their dying day
Till their dying day
Till their dying day
Got a license to kill (to kill)
And you know I'm going straight for your heart, baby
(Got a license to kill)
Got a license to kill
Anyone who tries to tear us apart
(Got a license to kill)
Got a license to kill (to kill)
And you know I'm going straight for your heart
(Got a license to kill)
Got a license to kill
Anyone who tries to tear us apart
(Got a license to kill)
License to kill
Gotta hold onto your loving
License to kill, ooh
The lyrics of "License to Kill" by Knight Gladys appear to be about a person who is desperately trying to hold onto their partner, even to the point of obsessiveness. The singer seems to be saying that they will do whatever it takes to keep their lover from leaving, including using violent methods if necessary. The lyrics also suggest that the singer believes that their love is justified and that they should be given a "license to kill" anyone who tries to interfere with their relationship. The phrase "license to kill" is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the singer's determination to protect their love at any cost.
The overall message of the song is somewhat disturbing, as it suggests that violence and obsession are acceptable means of keeping someone from leaving a relationship. However, it is possible that the song is intended to be somewhat tongue-in-cheek, with the singer exaggerating their emotions for dramatic effect. Alternatively, the lyrics may be meant to be taken metaphorically, with the "license to kill" representing a metaphorical license to be fiercely protective of one's relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh Oh oh I feel I need I've got to hold on to your love ooh
I deeply desire and must keep your love, it is essential to my being
Hey baby thought you were the one who tried to run away Ooh baby wasn't I the one who made you want to stay Please don't bet that you'll ever escape me Once I get my sights on you
You tried to leave me, but I kept you close. Do not try to run away because I will always find you and keep you close.
Got a license to kill (to kill) And you know I'm going straight for your heart (Got a license to kill) Got a license to kill (to kill) Anyone who tries to tear us apart (Got a license to kill) License to kill ooh
I have the power to do whatever I need to protect our relationship, even if it means killing someone who tries to come between us.
Hey baby think you need a friend to stand here by your side? Yes, you do (your side) Ooh baby now you can depend on me to make things right (things right) Please don't bet that you'll ever escape me Once I get my sights on you
You need me to be your ride or die. I will be the one to fix everything for us. You cannot escape me, I will always have you.
Say that somebody tries to make a move on you In the blink of an eye, I will be there too And they better know why I'm gonna make them 'em pay Till their dying day Till their dying day Till their dying day
If someone makes a move on you, I will quickly come to protect you, and vengeance will be swift and deadly. They will pay for their actions until their dying day.
Got a license to kill (to kill) And you know I'm going straight for your heart, baby (Got a license to kill) Got a license to kill Anyone who tries to tear us apart (Got a license to kill)
I will stop anyone who wants to come between us, even if it means ending their life. Our love is unbreakable.
License to kill Gotta hold onto your loving License to kill ooh
I will do anything to keep your love, even if it means using deadly force. My love for you is all-consuming.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: LESLIE BRICUSSE, WALTER AFANASIEFF, JEFFREY COHEN, NARADA WALDEN, JOHN BARRY, ANTHONY NEWLEY
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Anyone 2024 from listening to this masterpiece .
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Loved Roger Moore as a kid but, Tim Dolton nailed it. Amazing title track, amazing bond girl, very underrated.
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Its 2024, still listening to this masterpiece. By this wonderful soulfull Gladys. Everytime I hear it, I experience goose bumps from head to toes.
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@FaytLinegod
Licence to Kill is so under-appreciated. Not only is it one of the best Bond themes of all, it's one of Gladys' best songs.
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I'd say that the movie is under-appreciated but most Bond fans have always loved this theme.
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Most Bond fans love this movie too.