Tell Me Who to Kill
Motörhead Lyrics


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Don't you listen to me, it don't make no sense
The way things are, I just can't see
Seems like things got too intense
Stand up straight and talk to me

Stand upright, keep your fingers still
Pretty sure I think I know you now
I just got to know, so whisper sweet and low
Speak the name, tell me who to kill

Just tell me the truth, can't you work it out?
The way you live is a mystery
Hard to figure, guess there ain't no doubt
Tell the truth, what do you see?

Be afraid, I'm sure you know the drill
Pretty sure I think you know me now
Don't say it's unfair, I'll hit you with a chair
Speak the name, tell me who to kill

So it comes to this, maybe it's the truth
Dangerous is how it seems
Burning fit to raise the roof
Turn around, tell me your dreams

Come on in, tell me who you are
I swear to god, I know you well
I just have to find some blessed peace of mind
Step up close, tell me who to kill

Talk to me, talk to me
Tell me who to kill, wanna know
I want to know




I want to know
Tell me who to kill

Overall Meaning

In Motörhead's song "Tell Me Who to Kill," the singer is confronting someone who has done them wrong and demanding that they reveal their true identity so justice can be served. The lyrics are aggressive and violent, reflecting the band's heavy metal sound and their themes of rebellion and anger.


The singer is insisting that the person he is talking to tell him who to kill. He wants to know the truth about who has wronged him so he can take action. The tone is confrontational and angry, with the repeated phrase "tell me who to kill" adding an element of danger and unpredictability.


Line by Line Meaning

Don't you listen to me, it don't make no sense
Ignore my previous remarks, as it won't help


The way things are, I just can't see
I'm unable to understand or comprehend the present situation


Seems like things got too intense
The situation has become too stressful and overwhelming


Stand up straight and talk to me
Be confident and communicate with me effectively


Stand upright, keep your fingers still
Remain calm and composed while indicating the truth


Pretty sure I think I know you now
I believe to understand who you really are


I just got to know, so whisper sweet and low
I'm eager to learn some specific knowledge discretely


Speak the name, tell me who to kill
Reveal the target's identity and location


Just tell me the truth, can't you work it out?
Be honest with me, can't we resolve the issue together?


The way you live is a mystery
I can't fathom your lifestyle or motivation


Hard to figure, guess there ain't no doubt
It's difficult to decipher, but undoubtedly true


Tell the truth, what do you see?
Be honest, what's your perception of reality?


Be afraid, I'm sure you know the drill
Be scared, you know the typical procedure in such matters


Pretty sure I think you know me now
I'm confident you're aware of my reputation and capabilities


Don't say it's unfair, I'll hit you with a chair
Don't complain about the situation, or face the consequences


Speak the name, tell me who to kill
Provide me with the target's personal information


So it comes to this, maybe it's the truth
This may be the reality, we must face it


Dangerous is how it seems
There's a substantial risk involved


Burning fit to raise the roof
I'm enraged, capable of causing significant havoc


Turn around, tell me your dreams
Face me, and disclose your desires or aspirations


Come on in, tell me who you are
Enter my domain, and introduce yourself


I swear to god, I know you well
I can guarantee, I understand your character


I just have to find some blessed peace of mind
I need to achieve a state of mind that gives me tranquility


Step up close, tell me who to kill
Get nearer to me and give me the target's details


Talk to me, talk to me
Communicate with me, don't be hesitant


Tell me who to kill, wanna know
Provide me with the target's identity, I'm curious


I want to know
I must know the information


Tell me who to kill
Reveal the name and details of the target




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ian Fraser Kilmister, Micael Kiriakos Delaoglou, Philip Anthony Campbell

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@tunahantok5446

Don't you listen to me, it don't make no sense
The way things are, I just can't see
Seems like things got too intense
Stand up straight and talk to me

Stand upright, keep your fingers still
Pretty sure I think I know you now
I just got to know, so whisper sweet and low
Speak the name, tell me who to kill

Just tell me the truth, can't you work it out?
The way you live is a mystery
Hard to figure, guess there ain't no doubt
Tell the truth, what do you see?

Be afraid, I'm sure you know the drill
Pretty sure I think you know me now
Don't say it's unfair, I'll hit you with a chair
Speak the name, tell me who to kill

So it comes to this, maybe it's the truth
Dangerous is how it seems
Burning fit to raise the roof
Turn around, tell me your dreams

Come on in, tell me who you are
I swear to god, I know you well
I just have to find some blessed peace of mind
Step up close, tell me who to kill

Talk to me, talk to me
Tell me who to kill, wanna know
I want to know
I want to know
Tell me who to kill



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@killerdwarf7

This album is so fucking good. R.I.P Lemmy

@SLAYER.APO.VOLO.

Thank God Lemmy took the opportunity to put that bass solo in the end. Amazing, hope I see you sometime Lemmy \m/

@adegigli3174

Rest in Peace lemmy. You will be missed so bad.

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What a great album. RIP (Rock In Peace) Lemmy.

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My favourite song in the album so far.

@thomasackerly7732

KrisFrosz133 Whole album is Amazing

@Samthenativeamerican

That outro is a thing of beauty. Long live Motörhead!

@tunahantok5446

Don't you listen to me, it don't make no sense
The way things are, I just can't see
Seems like things got too intense
Stand up straight and talk to me

Stand upright, keep your fingers still
Pretty sure I think I know you now
I just got to know, so whisper sweet and low
Speak the name, tell me who to kill

Just tell me the truth, can't you work it out?
The way you live is a mystery
Hard to figure, guess there ain't no doubt
Tell the truth, what do you see?

Be afraid, I'm sure you know the drill
Pretty sure I think you know me now
Don't say it's unfair, I'll hit you with a chair
Speak the name, tell me who to kill

So it comes to this, maybe it's the truth
Dangerous is how it seems
Burning fit to raise the roof
Turn around, tell me your dreams

Come on in, tell me who you are
I swear to god, I know you well
I just have to find some blessed peace of mind
Step up close, tell me who to kill

Talk to me, talk to me
Tell me who to kill, wanna know
I want to know
I want to know
Tell me who to kill

@maxturner8073

Love this jam!  They're bringin' it!

@guillaumeoleszak9674

Best band in the world!🤘🤘

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