Voodoo
Queen Paul Rodgers Lyrics


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When the moon rises, the dogs will howl
Look out of your window, I'll be on the prowl
I'm not usually a gambling man
But oh I just wanna hold up my hands

And say I'm taking a chance on you love
Whoa I'm taking a chance on you love
I'm not superstitious and I don't wear no charm
I don't carry my heart on the sleeve of my arm
Seven years of bad luck, please, don't worry me
Cause when I look in the mirror, here's the future I see

I'm taking a chance on you love
Whoa, I'm taking a chance on you love

Place your bets, better yet
Don't forget, what I said
Roll the dice, spin the wheel
Always remember, you've got to keep it real

Don't believe in voodoo, black magic was never my style
But I believe you do, and it won't take much time
To gather the portions that weave your magic spell
The moon on the ocean has a secret to tell

But anyway I'm taking a chance on you love




Whoa I'm taking a chance on you love
Whoa I'm taking a chance on you love

Overall Meaning

"Voodoo" by Queen Paul Rodgers is a song about taking a chance on love despite the odds. The opening lyrics set a mysterious tone, referencing how the moon rising will cause dogs to howl and declaring that the singer will be "on the prowl." Despite being someone who doesn't typically take risks, the singer is willing to take a chance on love and hold up their hands to take a gamble.


The chorus repeats the message of taking a chance on love, insisting that the singer is doing just that. The second verse offers a contrast to the superstition and mysticism referenced in the first verse, with the singer stating that they don't believe in voodoo or wear any charms. A reference to the superstition of seven years of bad luck after breaking a mirror is quickly dismissed as irrelevant to the singer's future.


The final verse brings back the theme of magic and suggests that the subject of the singer's desire does believe in voodoo. The moon and the ocean are referenced as having secrets to tell, but the singer is taking a chance on love regardless of any potential risks or strange beliefs.


Overall, "Voodoo" is a song about the power of love and the willingness to take risks despite superstitions or fears.


Line by Line Meaning

When the moon rises, the dogs will howl
As darkness falls and the moon rises high, ominous howls of dogs can be heard in the distance.


Look out of your window, I'll be on the prowl
I will be out and about, keeping a watchful eye over you, protecting you from any harm.


I'm not usually a gambling man
I'm not one to take risks or leave things to chance.


But oh I just wanna hold up my hands
But in this instance, I am willing to go all-in and take a leap of faith.


And say I'm taking a chance on you love
I'm putting my trust in you and taking a gamble on our love.


I'm not superstitious and I don't wear no charm
I don't believe in luck, fate, or any kind of supernatural powers.


I don't carry my heart on the sleeve of my arm
I do not openly display my emotions or affections towards you.


Seven years of bad luck, please, don't worry me
The idea of receiving seven years of bad luck due to breaking a mirror, for example, does not concern me. I am not fretting over trivial things.


Cause when I look in the mirror, here's the future I see
I am focused on the present moment and what lies ahead, and I have a positive outlook on our future together.


Place your bets, better yet
Make a smart decision and choose wisely.


Don't forget, what I said
Remember what I told you and make sure it guides your decisions.


Roll the dice, spin the wheel
Take a chance and see where fate takes us.


Always remember, you've got to keep it real
Be honest with yourself and with me, and never lose sight of what truly matters.


Don't believe in voodoo, black magic was never my style
I do not give any credence to supernatural beliefs and practices, such as voodoo or black magic.


But I believe you do, and it won't take much time
However, I understand that you may hold such beliefs, and it won't be long before you weave your enchantment on me.


To gather the portions that weave your magic spell
To create the magic that will entice and captivate me, you will need to gather the necessary ingredients.


The moon on the ocean has a secret to tell
The mysterious and powerful force of the moon over the ocean holds a hidden message or meaning.


But anyway I'm taking a chance on you love
Despite the uncertainty and unknown, I am willing to put my trust in you and take a chance on our love.


Whoa I'm taking a chance on you love
I am filled with excitement and anticipation about our future together, and ready to take the risk of falling in love.


Whoa I'm taking a chance on you love
I embrace the thrill of uncertainty and am excited to see where our love story takes us.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, HYVETOWN MUSIC INC
Written by: BRIAN MAY, PAUL RODGERS, ROGER TAYLOR

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Comments from YouTube:

Philippe Prétot

Great record from queen!

Liam 1234

Would be better without Paul Rogers in

Shadowking

Another good Paul song and great album.

Paul R

Nice and bluesy

Nadia Zulian

Una piacevole scoperta

iannickCZ

It sounds like ZZ Top.

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