Borderline
Madonna (Ciccone) Lyrics
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I don't want to be your prisoner, so baby, won't you set me free
Stop playing with my heart
Finish what you start
When you make my love come down
If you want me, let me know
Baby, let it show
Honey, don't you fool around
Just try to understand (understand)
I've given all I can
'Cause you got the best of me
Borderline
Feels like I'm going to lose my mind
You just keep on pushing my love
Over the borderline
Borderline
Feels like I'm going to lose my mind
You just keep on pushing my love
Over the borderline
(Borderline)
Something in your eyes is makin' such a fool of me
When you hold me in your arms, you love me 'til I just can't see
But then you let me down, when I look around
Baby, you just can't be found
Stop driving me away, I just want to stay
There's something I just got to say
Just try to understand (understand)
I've given all I can
'Cause you got the best of me
Borderline
Feels like I'm going to lose my mind
You just keep on pushing my love
Over the borderline
Borderline
Feels like I'm going to lose my mind
You just keep on pushing my love
Over the borderline
(Borderline)
Keep pushing me
Keep pushing me
Keep pushing my love
(Keep on pushing my love) come on baby
Come on darling, yeah (over the borderline, borderline)
The lyrics of Madonna's classic hit "Borderline" express the singer's frustration in a romantic relationship. She feels trapped by her lover's confusing behavior, and she wants clarity and honesty. The opening lines suggest that the way her partner loves her is overwhelming and suffocating, which she finds troublesome because it prevents her from being her own person. She pleads with her lover to stop playing with her feelings and to stop driving her away, emphasizing that she only wants to stay close to him. Despite feeling like she's giving everything she can, she can't shake off the feeling that she's being pushed over the borderline into losing her sanity.
The song speaks to the universal experience of feeling unsure about a romantic relationship, not knowing where one stands with their partner, and wanting more clarity and direction. Madonna's soulful vocals, combined with a blend of pop and dance beats, make the song a timeless classic. When first released in 1984, the song became an instant hit and is still popular with both old and new generations today.
Line by Line Meaning
Something in the way you love me won't' let me be
Your way of loving me is suffocating me and I can't continue like this.
I don't want to be your prisoner, so baby, won't you set me free
I don't want to be trapped in a relationship with you, so please let me go.
Stop playing with my heart
Stop toying with my emotions and be serious about our relationship.
Finish what you start
Don't start something you can't finish and leave me hanging.
When you make my love come down
When you express your love for me, I feel it deeply.
If you want me, let me know
If you truly want to be with me, tell me and show me with actions.
Baby, let it show
Demonstrate your love for me, don't just say it.
Honey, don't you fool around
Don't play games with me or cheat on me.
Just try to understand (understand)
Please try to comprehend my point of view.
I've given all I can
I've put all my effort and energy into this relationship.
'Cause you got the best of me
You have my heart and I've given you my all.
Borderline
I'm at the edge of my emotional limits with you.
Feels like I'm going to lose my mind
Your behavior is driving me crazy.
You just keep on pushing my love over the borderline
You're pushing my love and emotions past their limits.
Something in your eyes is makin' such a fool of me
Your behavior and body language is causing me to look foolish and unsure.
When you hold me in your arms, you love me 'til I just can't see
Your affection towards me makes me feel completely loved and lost in love.
But then you let me down, when I look around
You disappoint me by not staying committed.
Baby, you just can't be found
You're never there when I need you or when you promised to be.
Stop driving me away, I just want to stay
Don't push me out of your life, I just want to be close to you.
There's something I just got to say
There's something important I need to express to you and be heard.
Keep pushing me
You're pushing me away with your behavior.
Keep pushing my love
You're pushing me to the point where I can't love you anymore.
Come on baby, come on darling, yeah
Please understand my point of view and work with me on this relationship.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Spirit Music Group
Written by: REGINALD GRANT LUCAS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@evaperez4139
@@daniellakaran5760 Good morning, thank you. For your thoughtfulness words.
My mom also liked Isla bonita.
Borderline came out, in 1984. When she sprayed the car my mother in her typical Boricua way said oh my God
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Mami was 46, me 26.
My daughter 7,lol she loved Madonna.
My mom passed away 4years ago. I was blessed to have her in my life for 58years. Once again thank you. You have a blessed day. Keep safe.
@travelvey
Who is listening in 2024?
@user-qi6wn7xo2m
Me!!!!! Love Madonna
@albertomateus6719
La bailaba en los 80s en las fiestas de mi barrio tenía 23 años.... Recuerdo las grandes fiestas de mi vida, hoy ya no están varios amigos vivos... Pero el recuerdo de haberlo pasado juntos es invalorable.... Vale Madonna
@rinrin12741
オープニングから鳥肌たちます！
@babibaby7366
Eu. Amo a Madonna da primeira fase. ❤❤❤❤
@realitywinsnow
🙋🏾♀️
@michelefligel8544
Watching January 2024 on a snowy night in NYC. Who else is vibing with the OG Queen of Pop? 😮 Can't believe how young I was when this song came out! Nostalgia overload as a child of the 80's. A totally different world than it is now. Felt like a safer world. On a lighter note, To all you cool people listening and watching have a happy and safe New Year! 🎉,- hoping for the best☮️❤️
@gerrigerber8481
❤
@adlad75
The first few notes always make me feel like a little kid again! I never could breakdance properly, but I totally imagined that kid she was dancing with was me! 😊
I had such a huge crush on her!
@juanfermincalderon9337
Definitivamente, el mundo giraba de una manera más envidiable y las canciones perduraban por siempre ♾️ live the pop 👋