In For The Kill
London Grammar feat. La Roux 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)
Will they 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 (ah) (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 of "In for the Kill" by London Grammar feat. La Roux are a poignant commentary on the conflict between our desires and our better judgment. The song warns against the dangers of repressing one's desires until they ignite into a raging fire, forcing one to confront them head-on. The lines "We can fight our desires, ooh/But when we start making fires/We get ever so hot, ooh/Whether we like it or not" speak to the inevitability of our desires getting the best of us when not dealt with properly.
The lyrics also touch on the idea that love cannot exist in the absence of lust, and that emotions are a necessary component of romantic relationships. The lines "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?" are a powerful statement about the complexity of human relationships.
Overall, "In for the Kill" is a deeply introspective song that explores the complexities of human desire and the dangers of repression. It is a powerful warning against the dangers of ignoring one's own emotions and desires, and a call to embrace these complexities in order to live a fuller, more authentic life.
Line by Line Meaning
We can fight our desires, ooh
Our desires are difficult to resist, ooh
But when we start making fires
The metaphorical fires of passion ignite
We get ever so hot, ooh
Our passion burns strongly
Whether we like it or not
Our passion may be out of our control
They say we can love who we trust, ooh
It is often said that we love those whom we trust, ooh
But what is love without lust?
However, love without lust would be incomplete
Two hearts with accurate devotions, ooh
When two hearts share true devotion, ooh
What are feelings without emotions?
Feelings are empty without emotions
I'm going in for the kill
I'm taking a risk
I'm doing it for a thrill
I'm seeking excitement
Oh, I'm hoping you'll understand
I hope you can see my intentions
And not let go of my hand
And join me on this adventure
I hang my hopes out on the line, ooh
I am vulnerable and exposed, ooh
Well, they'd be ready for you in time
But my hopes would be fulfilled if you were to reciprocate over time
If you leave them out too long, ooh
But if you ignore them for too long, ooh
They'll be withered by the sun
They will become lifeless
Full stops and exclamation marks, ooh
My uncertainty is apparent in my language, ooh
My words stumble before I start
I struggle to articulate myself
How far can you send emotions? Ooh
Can our feelings transcend distance and time? Ooh
Can this bridge cross the ocean?
Can we overcome obstacles to connect?
Let's go to war to make peace
Sometimes we must take drastic measures to achieve a peaceful outcome
Let's be cold to create heat
We can provoke passion by playing it cool
I hope in darkness we can see
I hope we can gain clarity and insight even in uncertain times
And you're not blinded by the light from me
I hope my intensity doesn't overwhelm or overshadow you
I'm going in for the kill
I'm taking a risk
I'm doing it for a thrill
I'm seeking excitement
Oh, I'm hoping you'll understand
I hope you can see my intentions
And not let go of my hand
And join me on this adventure
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Benedict Langmaid, Eleanor Jackson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Todor Draganov
We can fight our desires
But when we start making fires
We get ever so hot
Whether we like it or not
They say we can love who we trust
But what is love without lust?
Two hearts with accurate devotions
And 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
(x2)
I hang my hopes out on the line
Will they be ready for you in time
If you leave them out too long
They'll be withered by the sun
Full stops and exclamation marks
My words stumble before I start
How far can you send emotions?
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
(x2)
raya lalova
We can fight our desires, ooh
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
AHP378
8 years later this is still the best version of this song
JMW
Her voice is like a crystal clear lake. It's amazing.
Cavalcante Pedro
Queria tanto que essa música tivesse no Spotify 😢
Mr. A
I ripped it from YouTube and changed it to high quality MP3. Do that. 👍
Mark Stewart
Literally as soon as she started singing I couldn't help but crack a massive smile...London Grammar are sooo badass!!
Suleman Anwer
She is my favourite vocalist ever. Glad we have someone like her in our generation.
Tommy Nico
What a voice....such control and power.
WhatA Dick
This song perfectly shows how amazing her voice is.
Hasaan Anjum
This song introduced London Grammar to me.. and made me an instant fan... amazing cover.. heavenly vocals..
Ronaldo Dantas
Eu sou completamente apaixonado por essa voz da Hannah. É tão linda e única.