Serial Killer
Lana D. R. (Lana Del Rey) Lyrics

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Wish I may, wish I might
Find my one true love tonight
Do you think that he could be you?

If I pray really tight
Get into a fake bar fight
While I'm walking down the avenue
If I lay really quiet

I know that what I do isn't right
I can't stop what I love to do
So I murder love in the night
Watching them fall one by one, they fight
Did you think you'll love me too?

Baby, I'm a sociopath
Sweet serial killer
On the warpath
'Cause I love you just a little too much
I love you just a little too much
You can see me drinking Cherry Cola
Sweet serial killer
I left a love note
Said you know I love the thrill of the rush
You know I love the thrill of the rush

(You send me right to heaven)
Sweet serial killer (I guess I'll see him over)
Do it for the thrill of the rush
Love you just a little too much, much
(You send me right to heaven)
Sweet serial killer
(I guess I'll see him over)
I love you just a little too much
Love you just a little too much, much

My black fire's burning bright
Maybe I'll go out tonight
We can paint the town in blue
I'm so hot, I ignite
Dancing in the dark and I shine
Like a light I'm luring you
Sneak up on you really quiet
Whisper, "Am I what your heart desires?"
I can be your ingenue
Keep you safe and inspired
Baby, let your fantasies unwind
We can do what you want to do

Baby, I'm a sociopath
Sweet serial killer
On the warpath
'Cause I love you just a little too much
I love you just a little too much
You can see me drinking Cherry Cola
Sweet serial killer
I left a love note
Said you know I love the thrill of the rush
You know I love the thrill of the rush

(You send me right to heaven)
Sweet serial killer
(I guess I'll see him over)
Do it for the thrill of the rush
Love you just a little too much, much
(You send me right to heaven)
Sweet serial killer
(I guess I'll see him over)
I love you just a little too much
Love you just a little too much, much

Just have fun
(Wanna play you like a Gameboy)
I don't want one
(What's the thrill of the same toy?)
La-la, la-la, la, la-la, la-la, lie down, down

Just have fun
(I wanna play you like a Gameboy)
I don't want one
(What's the thrill of the same toy?)
La-la, la-la, la, la-la, la-la, lie down, down

Oh

You can see me drinking Cherry Cola
Sweet serial killer
I left a love note
Said you know I love the thrill of the rush
You know I love the thrill of the rush

(You send me right to heaven)
Sweet serial killer
(I guess I'll see him over)
Do it for the thrill of the rush
Love you just a little too much, much
(You send me right to heaven)
Sweet serial killer
(I guess I'll see him over)

I love you just a little too much
Love you just a little too much, much

Overall Meaning

In "Serial Killer," Lana Del Rey explores themes of obsession, darkness, and the allure of dangerous love. The song depicts a protagonist who is fascinated by the idea of being a sociopathic killer, metaphorically using this imagery to express her intense and consuming love for someone. The lyrics present a complex mix of emotions, blending desire, thrill, and a hint of self-awareness.

The opening lines set the tone for the song, as the singer contemplates finding her one true love. She considers unconventional methods, such as getting into a fake bar fight or indulging in immoral behavior that she knows is wrong but can't resist. The chorus reveals her self-identification as a "sweet serial killer", someone who is compelled to destroy love and relationships. Amidst this confession, she expresses her love for the person she is addressing, acknowledging the intensity of her feelings.

Throughout the song, Del Rey employs seductive imagery, comparing herself to a sociopath and using words like "burning bright" and "luring" to create an atmosphere of danger and desire. She aims to captivate her love interest, using the promise of fulfilling their fantasies and providing inspiration.

In summary, "Serial Killer" is a song that delves into the twisted psychology of an individual obsessed with love and willing to go to extreme lengths to maintain it. The song blurs the line between passion and darkness, enchantment and danger.

Line by Line Meaning

Wish I may, wish I might
I hope to find my one true love tonight

Find my one true love tonight
I want to discover someone who truly loves me

Do you think that he could be you?
Are you the one who could potentially be my true love?

If I pray really tight
If I pray with great intensity

Get into a fake bar fight
Engage in a staged conflict at a bar

While I'm walking down the avenue
As I stroll along the street

If I lay really quiet
If I remain completely silent

I know that what I do isn't right
I am aware that my actions are morally wrong

I can't stop what I love to do
I cannot resist indulging in what I enjoy

So I murder love in the night
Thus, I metaphorically kill love during nighttime

Watching them fall one by one, they fight
Observing others collapse individually while struggling

Did you think you'll love me too?
Did you believe you would also love me?

Baby, I'm a sociopath
Darling, I possess antisocial traits

Sweet serial killer
Affectionate murderer

On the warpath
Determined to cause chaos and destruction

'Cause I love you just a little too much
Because I have an excessive amount of love for you

You can see me drinking Cherry Cola
You can witness me consuming Cherry Cola

I left a love note
I wrote and left a message expressing my romantic feelings

Said you know I love the thrill of the rush
Clarifying that I enjoy the excitement and adrenaline

My black fire's burning bright
My intense, dark passion is ablaze

Maybe I'll go out tonight
Perhaps I will venture outside this evening

We can paint the town in blue
We can metaphorically transform the town into a melancholic state

I'm so hot, I ignite
I am so attractive and seductive that I create a spark

Dancing in the dark and I shine
Exuding brilliance while dancing in the absence of light

Like a light I'm luring you
I am captivating and drawing you in like a beacon

Sneak up on you really quiet
Stealthily approaching without making any noise

Whisper, 'Am I what your heart desires?'
Softly say, 'Am I the exact object of your affection?'

I can be your ingenue
I can play the role of an innocent, young female lead

Keep you safe and inspired
Protecting you and motivating your creativity

Baby, let your fantasies unwind
Darling, allow your desires to unfold and unravel

We can do what you want to do
We can engage in activities of your choice

Just have fun
Simply enjoy yourself

Wanna play you like a Gameboy
I desire to manipulate and control you like a handheld gaming device

I don't want one
I am not interested in having a romantic partner

What's the thrill of the same toy?
What is exciting about using the same object repeatedly?

La-la, la-la, la, la-la, la-la, lie down, down
Singing a playful melody as a suggestion to relax and calm down

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ELIZABETH GRANT, PETE IBSEN

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