Goldfinger
Pérez Prado Lyrics
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A spider's touch
Such a cold finger beckons you to enter his web of sin
But don't go in
Golden words he will pour in your ear
But his lies can't disguise what you fear
For a golden girl knows when he's kissed her
Goldfinger, pretty girl, beware of this heart of gold
This heart is cold
Golden words he will pour in your ear
But his lies can't disguise what you fear
For a golden girl knows when he's kissed her
It's the kiss of death from Mister
Goldfinger, pretty girl, beware of this heart of gold
This heart is cold
He loves only gold
Only gold
He loves gold
He loves only gold
Only gold
He loves gold
The song "Goldfinger" by Pérez Prado is a cautionary tale about a man with a lust for gold and the destruction he leaves in his wake. The song warns of the dangers of becoming entangled in his web of sin and being seduced by his golden words and cold touch. The repeated reference to "gold" highlights the obsession and greed of this character.
The opening line, "Goldfinger, he's the man, the man with the Midas touch," references the Greek myth of King Midas, whose touch turned everything he came into contact with into gold. The character described in the song is similarly consumed by his love for gold, and those who are caught in his web suffer the same fate. The line "Such a cold finger beckons you to enter his web of sin, but don't go in" warns the listener not to be tempted by his promises, as they will ultimately lead to destruction.
The repeated lyric, "Golden words he will pour in your ear, but his lies can't disguise what you fear," warns that despite his impressive and persuasive words, the listener needs to trust their inner voice and be wary of the false promises he is offering. The reference to a "golden girl" who recognizes the danger in his kiss is a further warning to women to be on their guard and not be wooed by his charm.
Overall, "Goldfinger" is a commentary on the seductive power of wealth and the dangers of being blinded by greed.
Line by Line Meaning
Goldfinger, he's the man, the man with the Midas touch
This song is about Goldfinger, a man with the power to turn everything he touches into gold, just like the mythological King Midas.
A spider's touch
Goldfinger's touch is like that of a spider, luring people into his sinister web.
Such a cold finger beckons you to enter his web of sin
Despite the allure of his golden touch, Goldfinger's true intentions are dark and sinful, which he draws people into with his cold touch.
But don't go in
The singer warns listeners not to fall for Goldfinger's charms and not to enter his web of deceit.
Golden words he will pour in your ear
Goldfinger's words are sweet and enticing, but they are only meant to deceive.
But his lies can't disguise what you fear
Regardless of how persuasively Goldfinger speaks, people will always know when they are being lied to and feel uneasy about it.
For a golden girl knows when he's kissed her
Women who have been kissed by Goldfinger know that it is a dangerous and potentially fatal experience.
It's the kiss of death from Mister
If Goldfinger kisses a woman, it is a bad omen and could result in her death.
Goldfinger, pretty girl, beware of this heart of gold
Women should be cautious around Goldfinger, even though his heart appears to be made of gold.
This heart is cold
Despite appearances, Goldfinger's heart is not compassionate, but instead lacks warmth and empathy for others.
He loves only gold
Goldfinger's obsession with gold is so great that he only values it above all else, including human life and relationships.
Only gold
Gold is the only thing that matters to Goldfinger, and he will stop at nothing to obtain it.
He loves gold
The only thing that can capture Goldfinger's heart is gold, and he is willing to go to great lengths to acquire it.
He loves only gold
Gold is the sole focus of Goldfinger's existence, and he lacks the capacity to love anything else.
Only gold
Gold is synonymous with Goldfinger, and there is nothing else of value or importance to him.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JOHN BARRY
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