Sex As a Weapon
Pat Benatar Lyrics


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You really do know how to strut that stuff (strut that stuff)
You really do know how to act tough (act tough)
Your body's just like a centerfold
A fantasy, (a fantasy), anyone would want to hold

Stop using sex as a weapon
Stop using sex as a weapon
You know you're already my obsession
Stop, (stop), using sex as a weapon
Love is more than a one way reflection
Stop, (stop), using sex as a weapon

With looks that kill and a mind that's twisted (twisted)
I don't know why I can't resist it (resist it)
I tell myself look the other way (other way)
When you want me to (when you want me to)
I, I always stay

Stop using sex as a weapon
Stop using sex as a weapon
You know you're already my obsession
Stop, (stop), using sex as a weapon
Love is more than a one way reflection
Stop, (stop), using sex as a weapon

You play with desire like it was a toy (toy)
How much affection can you destroy?
You wrap my heart around your little finger
Sex, sex, sex, sex, sex, sex, sex as a weapon

Stop using sex as a weapon
Stop using sex

Stop using sex as a weapon
Stop using sex as a weapon
You know you're already my obsession
Stop, (stop), using sex as a weapon
Love is more than a one way reflection
Stop, (stop), using sex as a weapon

Stop using sex as a weapon
Stop using sex as a weapon
Stop using sex
Stop using sex as a weapon
Stop using sex
(Stop using sex)




(Stop using sex)
Sex as a weapon, as a weapon

Overall Meaning

The song "Sex As A Weapon" by Pat Benatar is about a relationship that is based solely on sex and the singer urging the other person to stop using sex as a weapon to control and manipulate. The lyrics are talking about someone who has a beautiful body, and uses it to manipulate and control others. The singer warns the other person that love is more than just physical attraction and should not be used as a weapon to gain power or control over someone.


The lyrics speak about how the singer is addicted to the other person despite knowing that their relationship is unhealthy. She has tried to resist but always gives in to the other person's advances. The singer warns that the other person will destroy love if they continue to weaponize sex. The chorus urges the other person to stop using sex as a weapon and to recognize that love is a two-way street.


The message of the song is clear; sex should not be used as a tool or a weapon to control or manipulate someone else. Love is about mutual respect, trust, and honesty. The song emphasizes the importance of true emotional connection and highlights the futility of using sex to get what you want.


Line by Line Meaning

You really do know how to strut that stuff
You possess a great level of confidence and showmanship.


You really do know how to act tough
You have a tough exterior and project a strong image.


Your body's just like a centerfold A fantasy, (a fantasy), anyone would want to hold
Your physical appearance is attractive and desirable to many.


Stop using sex as a weapon
You use sex as a tool to manipulate situations and people, which is harmful and unhealthy.


You know you're already my obsession
Your actions and behavior have affected me to the point of obsession.


Love is more than a one way reflection
Love is a two-way street where both parties give and take equally.


With looks that kill and a mind that's twisted (twisted) I don't know why I can't resist it (resist it) I tell myself look the other way (other way) When you want me to (when you want me to) I, I always stay
Despite your ability to manipulate and twist situations, I am drawn to you and have trouble resisting your advances.


You play with desire like it was a toy (toy) How much affection can you destroy? You wrap my heart around your little finger Sex, sex, sex, sex, sex, sex, sex as a weapon
Your actions of using sex as a weapon are damaging and destructive, as you manipulate and control the emotions and desires of those around you.


Stop using sex as a weapon
You must stop manipulating and controlling situations and people with sex.


Stop using sex as a weapon
Your behavior of using sex as a weapon is not acceptable and must change.


Stop using sex
You must stop your actions of using sex as a tool for manipulation and control.


Stop using sex as a weapon
Your use of sex as a weapon is harmful and must stop.


Stop using sex
You must change your behavior of using sex as a tool for control and manipulation.


(Stop using sex)
Your use of sex as a weapon must cease.


(Stop using sex)
It is imperative that you no longer use sex as a tool for manipulation and control.


Sex as a weapon, as a weapon
Your use of sex as a weapon is damaging and destructive.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BILLY STEINBERG, TOM KELLY

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Comments from YouTube:

@tanya3128

This woman has a KILLER voice!! She is amazing and paved the way for so many others. She 100% deserves her place in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame! Loved her then, love her now, too. ❤️🥰

@TheSleepingonit

What happened to her?

@777zippy777

If you grew up in the '80s... you were SO lucky. Best decade ever.

@paultreadaway102

Excellent Videos are too classy in the 80s when it really started.The greatest decade of all time the GOAT 🐐 for me

@777zippy777

@@paultreadaway102 Obviously we're biased, but come on... the music industry in the '80s was easily the best era ever. You couldn't swing a 12-inch stick without hitting a legendary, huge-name rock star/pop star. And MTV was beyond iconic.

What do they have now? Hip-hop and rap garbage, pro tools, auto-tune, over-produced garbage aimed at Zoomers that don't know any better and only care about downloading the latest soup-of-the-day trend from the latest release by "JayEyeEm Super-Daddy-Z featuring Busta Big Daddy G and Dr. Slappy-Pants P-Funk Jippy-Jammer A.K. Flux-Butt".

@pettifogger0712

Amen to that!!! Born 1971 and raised on radio in the 1980's! 🙂

@mjrybread

Well I don't know about that cuz it did have lots of drugs back there 😢and I did my fair share 😅but dang was it fun

@naughtysmurf64

This is such an underated Pat Benatar song!!

@lancelotvonschrameck3520

I was in Our House with a Garden in ‘89. I saw this Monumental Music Video! I’m from Budapest. This Music Video is Unforgettable!!! I’m in Van Nuys, California, 91405…I was 24 years old and right now I am in my 58th year…

@tomycor2798

Alot of People think back at the 80s & say Bonjovi & the like ruled, but Neil & Pat Benatar were the True Pioneer's of the Era!

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