Danger
Mötley Crüe Lyrics
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Walkin' the streets
Hell we were young
Never looked back
So we took our dreams
Ran like hell
Lived our youth
From a wishing well
Made a pact
To love or die
No turning back
Scarred fr life
All my best friends died
I lost my mind
It made me hate
I can't escape I can't escape
(Pre Chorus)
I'm a wildcat
A shotgun blast
Madman
Strong as steel
Overkill
No more deals
(Chorus)
Danger
You're in danger
When the boys are around
Danger
You're in danger
And this is my town
This is Hollywood
I was blind
One step from the edge
Spin round and round
Out of my head
Lost in my gin
From riches to sin
Loose again
I've escaped
I've escaped
(Pre-Chorus)
Tatooed lies
Distant eyes
Hollywood
It's been ten long years
Tears and fears
(Chorus)
(Pre-Chorus)
(Chorus)
The lyrics to Mötley Crüe's song "Danger" portray the reckless and wild lifestyle of youth, particularly of the band members themselves. The opening lines of the song vividly describe the carefree attitude of being young and on the streets, chasing after their dreams with abandon. The singer, who appears to be one of the band members, describes the pact they made with each other to stick together no matter what, even if it meant risking their lives. However, the lyrics quickly turn dark, as the singer reveals that all of his best friends have died, leaving him with scars and a hatred that he can't escape from.
The lyrics continue to describe the singer's descent into a wild and dangerous lifestyle, where alcohol and drugs lead him to the brink of destruction. He's on the edge but manages to escape, although it's not clear if he fully breaks free from his reckless existence. Throughout the song, the chorus acts as a warning to those around him that they are in danger when the boys are around - this is Hollywood, after all, where anything can happen.
Overall, the song "Danger" is a commentary on the destructive nature of living recklessly and chasing fame and fortune, particularly in Hollywood. The band members may have lived it up in their youth, but the consequences of their actions are made clear in the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Had wild dreams
We had unrealistic and ambitious dreams for the future.
Walkin' the streets
We were young and carefree, exploring the world around us.
Hell we were young
We were young and full of energy, living life to the fullest.
Never looked back
We didn't dwell on the past, always moving forward towards our dreams.
So we took our dreams
We pursued our dreams with passion and dedication.
Ran like hell
We chased after our dreams with urgency and determination.
Lived our youth
We embraced the freedom, excitement, and adventure of our youth.
From a wishing well
Our dreams felt like distant wishes, yet we pursued them anyway.
Me and the boys
I was a part of a close-knit group of friends who shared similar goals and ambitions.
Made a pact
We promised to stick together, no matter what.
To love or die
Our bond was unbreakable, even if it meant risking our lives for each other.
No turning back
We were committed to our dreams and each other, with no regrets.
Scarred for life
We endured emotional and physical wounds from our experiences, but it only made us stronger.
All my best friends died
Death took a toll on our group, leaving me feeling alone and vulnerable.
I lost my mind
The grief and pain were unbearable, making me feel like I was losing my sanity.
It made me hate
The loss and trauma led to anger and resentment towards life and the world.
I can't escape I can't escape
The pain and memories were inescapable, haunting me day and night.
I'm a wildcat
I am fierce, bold, and unpredictable.
A shotgun blast
I am explosive and dangerous, like a shotgun blast.
Madman
I am crazy and irrational, driven by my passions and emotions.
Strong as steel
I am tough and resilient, able to withstand any challenge.
Overkill
I am excessive and intense, always pushing myself to the limit.
No more deals
I am done compromising or negotiating, I will only do things on my own terms from now on.
Danger
My presence is a warning to others, indicating that they should proceed with caution.
You're in danger
People around me are at risk of being caught up in my reckless and wild behavior.
When the boys are around
My group of friends, who share my wild behavior, are also a danger to others.
And this is my town
I am the king of my own world, with my friends as my loyal subjects.
I was blind
I was unaware of the consequences of my actions and the impact they had on others.
One step from the edge
I was so close to destroying myself completely with my wild behavior.
Spin round and round
I was trapped in a cycle of self-destructive behavior, unable to break free.
Out of my head
I was lost in my own thoughts and emotions, disconnected from reality.
Lost in my gin
Alcohol was my escape from reality, allowing me to numb the pain and forget my problems.
From riches to sin
I went from having everything in life to losing it all due to my reckless behavior and poor choices.
Loose again
I am free to be wild and reckless once more, with no regard for my own safety or others.
I've escaped
I have finally broken free from my past, leaving it all behind me.
Tattooed lies
The things I believed in and held dear turned out to be false and misleading.
Distant eyes
The world and people around me feel distant and unfamiliar, as if I am lost in my own world.
Hollywood
The glitz and glam of Hollywood represents the allure of fame and fortune, which can also be a trap.
It's been ten long years
Time has passed, but the memories and pain continue to haunt me.
Tears and fears
Emotional pain and anxiety continue to plague me, making it difficult to move on.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: NIKKI SIXX, MICK MARS, VINCE NEIL
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@craig3642
I stopped caring for metal music because the lyricism never seemed to change. Just talking about the same depressive stuff, over and over again. It seemed to be about who played harder and louder than who could explore their creativity deeper.
Rap, real rap, gave me exactly what I was missing in metal music.
I will compare the first verse from El-P's Tasmanian Pain Coaster with the first verse of this song:
Bumped into this kid I knew, he often would walk strange
So I ignored the blood on his laces so this cat could save face
The dunks and the gaze stayed in an off gray haze
And the lump in his pocket talked to the ox that he clutched safeSo I saluted him there, waiting for the A
Trapped on the empty platform without the option to escape
Gave him the standard, yo, what up man, how you landin'?
And the hypnotized response was no surprise, I maintainYeah, we all do, that's the standardized refrain but on some
Really real man, good to see you, really, what the dealy deal?
Oops, fuck, screwed the pooch, asked too much, knew the truth
On the train now, a caboose in his brain now, no recluse80 blocks to uptown spot, destination vocal booth
Metro-card like, you get what you pay for stupid, no excuse
He pulled his hoody off his cabbage rugged practical
And began to fancy the words I mistakenly jostled looseThe stogie he brazenly lit where he sit looked legit
But when the flame touched to the tip I could smell it's of another nit
He leaned his head back and inhaled the newpie dip and said
"The whole design got my mind cryin' if I'm lyin' I'm dyin', shit"
Now: Kickstart my Heart
When I get high I get high on speed
Top fuel funny car's A drug for me
My heart, my heart
Kick start my heart
Always got the cops Coming after me
Custom built bike doing 103
My heart, my heart
Kick start my heart.
I'm not going to shit on your tastes, but there is a difference between the lyrical content put forth by these artists. To act as if people simply listen to rap music because they are stupid is folly in my opinion. You can, however, shit on Lil Wayne, Drake, Future, Tyga, Jay Z, Kanye, Rick Ross, etc. They, unfortunately, are the most well known rappers, and coincidentally the worst as well.
@tayroll7423
if you are listening to this in 2021 you have a great taste in music
and 2022 and many years to come!!!
@dannya5042
Thank you
@miguelikofnz99
Thank you very much bro🙏🙏🙏🔥
@enjoirapper772
Or you just watched the dirt
@bloodymary5803
Thanks
@WhyAlwaysAlex07
Hell yeahh!!
@wademyers1576
I'm 53 yrs old, I WAS a teenager in the 80s and I apologize to all of you who weren't because it was AWESOME!! Wish you were there it was a BLAST!!
@darkhelmetndefiance3836
49
Seen them at US Festival 83'
@kathrinat9824
So jealous :( 18 now
@JETJOOBOY
45 from UK.. I went to see them on this tour and felt like I MISSED them at their best... very big arena.. just like watching toys on a stage to the actual record.... oh well...
They still buzz me up when I listen to recordings and old records and their NEW stuff... IS AWESOME!