In For The Kill
La Roux/DJ Slinks Lyrics
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But when we start making fires
We get ever so hot, ooh
Whether we like it or not
They say we can love who we trust, ooh
But what is love without lust?
Two hearts with accurate devotions, ooh
What are feelings without emotions?
I'm going in for the kill
I'm doing it for a thrill
Oh, I'm hoping you'll understand
And not let go of my hand
I'm going in for the kill
I'm doing it for a thrill
Oh, I'm hoping you'll understand
And not let go of my hand
I hang my hopes out on the line, ooh
Well, they'd be ready for you in time
If you leave them out too long, ooh
They'll be withered by the sun
Full stops and exclamation marks, ooh
My words stumble before I start
How far can you send emotions? Ooh
Can this bridge cross the ocean?
I'm going in for the kill
I'm doing it for a thrill
Oh, I'm hoping you'll understand
And not let go of my hand
I'm going in for the kill
I'm doing it for a thrill
Oh, I'm hoping you'll understand
And not let go of my hand
Let's go to war to make peace
Let's be cold to create heat
I hope in darkness we can see
And you're not blinded by the light from me
Ooh
I'm going in for the kill
I'm doing it for a thrill
Oh, I'm hoping you'll understand
And not let go of my hand
The lyrics to La Roux's "In for the Kill" explore conflicting desires and emotions in a relationship. The first two stanzas suggest that the couple in question may have reservations about their physical attraction to one another, but that they can't resist giving into it. The line "They say we can love who we trust, but what is love without lust?" implies that trust alone isn't enough to sustain a healthy relationship, that there needs to be a chemical connection too.
The next stanza continues these themes, with the singer baring her insecurities and asking if her emotions can connect with her partner's despite distance or communication issues. The chorus repeats that she's "going in for the kill," suggesting a willingness to dive into this dangerous relationship despite warnings.
Finally, the last stanza offers an ambiguous perspective, with the singer suggesting elements of the volatile relationship may be necessary to make it work. "Let's go to war to make peace," she sings. It seems that the singer is grappling not only with her own emotions, but the confusing messages the world sends about what makes love fulfilling.
Line by Line Meaning
We can fight our desires, ooh
We have the ability to resist our wants and needs
But when we start making fires
But when we give in to our desires and passions
We get ever so hot, ooh
We become intensely passionate and excited
Whether we like it or not
Regardless of our personal preferences or beliefs
They say we can love who we trust, ooh
Some people say that we can only love those we trust
But what is love without lust?
But love without desire and passion is incomplete
Two hearts with accurate devotions, ooh
Two people who are committed to each other
What are feelings without emotions?
But emotions are necessary for feelings to hold meaning
I hang my hopes out on the line, ooh
I am putting my hopes and expectations out in the open
Well, they'd be ready for you in time
They will be waiting for you when the time is right
If you leave them out too long, ooh
But if you wait too long, they may not be as valuable
They'll be withered by the sun
They may lose their significance and strength over time
Full stops and exclamation marks, ooh
My words are filled with pauses and excitement
My words stumble before I start
I struggle to communicate my feelings and thoughts
How far can you send emotions? Ooh
How much can you convey through emotions alone?
Can this bridge cross the ocean?
Can our connection overcome distance and obstacles?
Let's go to war to make peace
Let's take drastic measures to bring about a greater good
Let's be cold to create heat
Let's be aloof to intensify our love and passion
I hope in darkness we can see
I hope that we can still find clarity and truth in tough times
And you're not blinded by the light from me
And I hope that my actions do not cloud your judgment or vision
I'm going in for the kill
I'm going in full-force
I'm doing it for a thrill
I'm doing it because it excites me
Oh, I'm hoping you'll understand
I hope you will comprehend and empathize
And not let go of my hand
And I hope you will not abandon me
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Benedict Langmaid, Eleanor Jackson
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