Dead On Arrival
Kyle Hume Lyrics
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Yeah her looks could kill a man from a mile
First time that I fell inside her
Big brown eyes
Was an instant spike
To my vitals
She got me palpatingHeart is racing out my chest
Don't know what she just said
But I'm obsessed
Is this a simulation?
Those Nikes and a messy bun
Made me think I made her up
Inside my head
Don't call the doctor I'm too far gone
Cuz I see the light and it's all I want
Go on and turn those sirens off
There was no point in callin' 911
She had me dead on arrival
Yeah her looks could kill a man from a mile
First time that I fell inside her
Big brown eyes
Was an instant spike
To my vitals
I'm never gonna recover
But it's feelin' pretty good going under
Heart attack it's cardiac arrest in peace
You'll have to carry me
Down the aisle
She had me dead on arrival (ohhhh)
She had me dead on arrival (ohhhh)
She pretty crafty
Know exactly what she doing
How she acting like she never
Made man go fall in love
I'm praying cuz I have to be
Her favorite little casualty
Oh ima need some help from up above
Don't call the doctor I'm too far gone
Cuz I see the light and it's all I want
Go on and turn those sirens off
There was no point in callin' 911
She had me dead on arrival
Yeah her looks could kill a man from a mile
First time that I fell inside her
Big brown eyes
Was an instant spike
To my vitals
I'm never gonna recover
But it's feelin' pretty good going under
Heart attack it's cardiac arrest in peace
You'll have to carry me
Down the aisle
She had me dead on arrival (ohhhh)
She had me dead on arrival (ohhhh)
In "Dead on Arrival," Kyle Hume describes being completely captivated and infatuated by a woman's appearance and charisma. The opening lines "She had me dead on arrival, yeah her looks could kill a man from a mile" express how the woman's beauty is so overwhelming that it feels like a lethal blow. The singer immediately becomes entranced by her "big brown eyes," which become an irresistible attraction. This intense attraction is likened to a spike hitting his vital organs, emphasizing how deeply he is affected.
As the song progresses, the lyrics suggest that the singer's feelings are driving him to the point of obsession. He mentions being unable to comprehend what she is saying but still being obsessed with her. He contemplates whether his experience with her is a mere simulation or if it is actually happening. The mention of her attire, specifically the reference to her Nikes and messy bun, leads him to question whether she is even real or just a creation of his imagination.
The lyrics also metaphorically convey the singer's surrender to his feelings. He dismisses the idea of seeking medical help, proclaiming that he is already too far gone. He sees the light, representing a deep longing for the woman, and states that it is now all he desires. The mention of sirens and "calling 911" symbolizes seeking help in a desperate situation, yet he asserts that it would be pointless, indicating that his infatuation has taken complete control over him.
The chorus of the song reinforces the theme of the woman's power over the singer. The repetition of the line "she had me dead on arrival" emphasizes how thoroughly she has ensnared him. The use of the phrase "fall inside her" suggests a sense of surrender and vulnerability. The singer acknowledges that he will never recover from this infatuation, but he finds solace in the intensity of his emotions, feeling a strange contentment as he allows himself to be consumed.
Overall, "Dead on Arrival" delves into the overwhelming feelings of infatuation and obsession experienced when encountering someone who makes a powerful impression. The lyrics not only describe the physical attractiveness of the woman but also highlight the impact she has on the singer's emotions and thoughts, leading to a sense of helplessness and surrender to his feelings.
Line by Line Meaning
She had me dead on arrival
Her presence and attractiveness completely overwhelmed and captivated me upon our first meeting
Yeah her looks could kill a man from a mile
Her physical appearance is so striking and mesmerizing that it has the power to leave a strong impact from a distance
First time that I fell inside her
The initial moment I felt a deep emotional connection to her
Big brown eyes
Her eyes, which are large and brown, are particularly captivating and draw my attention
Was an instant spike
It caused an immediate and intense surge of emotions within me
To my vitals
To the core of my being, impacting me on a fundamental level
She got me palpating
She has me in a state of heightened excitement and anticipation
Heart is racing out my chest
My heart is beating rapidly and intensely, almost as if it's trying to escape my chest
Don't know what she just said
I am so captivated by her presence that I am unable to comprehend or remember what she just said
But I'm obsessed
Despite not fully understanding her words, I am deeply infatuated with her and unable to think of anything else
Is this a simulation?
I question whether this experience is real or if it's merely a figment of my imagination
Those Nikes and a messy bun
Her choice of casual attire, wearing Nike shoes and having her hair in a messy bun, adds to her charm and makes me question if she's too perfect
Made me think I made her up
Her appearance and demeanor are so extraordinary that I start to wonder if I've fabricated her existence in my mind
Inside my head
The idea of her and the impact she has on me is consuming my thoughts and imagination
Don't call the doctor I'm too far gone
I am deeply enamored and there is no need for medical assistance, as I have willingly fallen into the depths of love
Cuz I see the light and it's all I want
I have found something so pure and fulfilling in her presence that it has become my sole desire
Go on and turn those sirens off
There is no need for alarm or urgent response, as my feelings for her are genuine and peaceful
There was no point in callin' 911
No emergency or danger exists, rendering any action like calling emergency services unnecessary
She pretty crafty
She is clever and cunning in her actions and behavior
Know exactly what she doing
She is fully aware and in control of the effect she has on others and how she manipulates their emotions
How she acting like she never
Despite her awareness of her impact, she pretends to be oblivious and innocent in her actions
Made man go fall in love
She has the ability to make even the strongest individuals succumb to love and become infatuated with her
I'm praying cuz I have to be
I find myself desperately hoping for some divine intervention or assistance, as I know I am helpless against her allure
Her favorite little casualty
I have become her preferred victim or casualty in her games of love and manipulation
Oh ima need some help from up above
I recognize that I require external help, possibly from a higher power, to break free from her grasp and influence
I'm never gonna recover
I've accepted that I will never fully heal or regain my former state after falling under her spell
But it's feelin' pretty good going under
Despite the inevitable pain and heartbreak, there is a certain pleasure and euphoria in surrendering to the intensity of my feelings for her
Heart attack it's cardiac arrest in peace
The overwhelming emotions associated with my love for her are so intense that they feel like a sudden and potentially fatal heart condition
You'll have to carry me
I am so deeply affected by her that I will need someone else to bear the burden of my emotions
Down the aisle
Metaphorically, my infatuation with her will lead me towards commitment and walking down the aisle to be with her
She had me dead on arrival (ohhhh)
Her impact on me was immediate and overwhelming, leaving me completely powerless from the start
She had me dead on arrival (ohhhh)
Her influence on me was so strong that I was rendered defenseless and infatuated with her after our first encounter
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, O/B/O DistroKid, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Autumn Marie Buysse, Kyle Hume, Spencer Jordan
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