Fast And Loose
Motorhead爀 Lyrics
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But I don't know why
All you had was a bankroll, babe
And a glint in your eye
I'm a high-steppin' like an indian brave
I'm the one
Dancing on your grave
Here's late news for you
you couldn't buy me with a million, babe
I'm too good for you
I'm know you think I'm real rough trade
Now I'm the one
Dancing on your grave
One time you was a real high-stepper
On the high trapeze
But you know you ran out of money
Wound up on your knees
I'm the one you never made
Now I'm the one
Dancing on your grave
The lyrics to Motorhead's "Fast and Loose" are a confrontational message to someone who thought they were an operator, but in reality, only had a bankroll and a sparkle in their eye. Lemmy, the vocalist, proclaims himself as a "high-steppin' like an Indian brave" killer who cannot be bought for any amount of money. He then addresses the subject directly, telling them that they used to be a high-stepper on the trapeze, but now they have lost everything and have ended up on their knees. The chorus is a defiant statement that Lemmy is the one dancing on their grave.
The lyrics, as a whole, impart a feeling of power and superiority, making it clear that Lemmy is the one on top, and the other person is below him. The verses are full of tough talk, and Lemmy's strong voice enhances the impression that he is not to be trifled with. The lyrics embody a rebellious spirit and a sense of danger, fitting for Motorhead's style.
Line by Line Meaning
I know you thought you're a real operator
I am aware that you believed you were a skilled and successful individual
But I don't know why
However, I do not understand why you thought this about yourself
All you had was a bankroll, babe
The only thing you possessed was a large sum of money
And a glint in your eye
And a small spark of ambition in your gaze
I'm a high-steppin' like an indian brave
I am confidently and boldly striding forward like a Native American warrior
I'm the one
I am the individual in control
Dancing on your grave
Celebrating your defeat and downfall
You know I'm a killer babe
You are aware that I am a ruthless and dangerous person
Here's late news for you
Allow me to inform you of something you were not aware of
you couldn't buy me with a million, babe
No amount of money could convince me to do what you want
I'm too good for you
I possess superior qualities and abilities than you
I'm know you think I'm real rough trade
You may believe that I am a tough and experienced individual
Now I'm the one
Currently, I am the individual in power
Dancing on your grave
Engaging in elated celebration over your defeat and downfall
One time you was a real high-stepper
There was a time when you were quite confident and successful
On the high trapeze
Similar to a high-flying circus artist walking on a tightrope
But you know you ran out of money
Unfortunately, you eventually lost all your wealth
Wound up on your knees
As a result, you ended up in a desperate and vulnerable position
I'm the one you never made
You attempted to control and manipulate me, but ultimately failed
Now I'm the one
Currently, I am the one in control
Dancing on your grave
Engaging in joyous celebration over your defeat and demise
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