In For The Kill
Rachel Ann Lyrics
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Doing it for a thrill
And now I'm hoping you'll understand
And don't let go of my hand
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I had my hopes out on the line, oo-oo
Well they'll be ready for you in time.
If you leave them out too long, oo-oo
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And how far can you send emotions? oo-oo
Can this bridge cross the ocean?
And I'm going in for the kill
I'm doing it for a thrill
And now I'm hoping you'll understand
And don't let go of my hand
And don't let go of my hand
In Rachel Ann's song "In for the kill", the lyrics delve into someone's pursuit of a thrill by taking a risk in love. The opening lines of the song say "I'm going in for the kill, doing it for a thrill" indicating that the person is ready to take a risk to feel the rush of excitement. The lyrics show the determination of the person in taking a risk in a relationship, even if it means they could end up hurt.
The chorus of the song shows a plea from the person to their partner to understand and not let go of their hand. This could indicate that the person fears being left alone and hopes that their partner will come along with them in their pursuit of thrill. Later on, the lyrics bring out the fear of being vulnerable and the uncertainty of the outcome. The lines "how far can you send emotions, can this bridge cross the ocean?" highlights the emotional risk involved and the fear of whether or not the two people will be able to make it work.
Overall, "In for the kill" showcases a person taking a risk in love even if that means the possibility of getting hurt. The person craves the excitement of passion and hopes their partner will come along for the ride.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm going in for the kill
I'm diving headfirst into an intense emotional and possibly physical experience, with the intent of achieving some sort of high or thrill.
Doing it for a thrill
I'm taking this risk, putting myself out there, and possibly risking failure, because the potential reward of experiencing something new or exciting is worth it to me.
And now I'm hoping you'll understand
I'm doing this not just for myself, but with the hope that the person I'm with will see why I'm doing it and appreciate it, or even join in with me.
And don't let go of my hand
I'm asking for emotional and tangible support, to make sure I'm not alone in this experience and that I have someone to help ground me if things get too intense.
I had my hopes out on the line, oo-oo
I put a lot of myself into this experience and invested a lot of time and energy into it, hoping for a positive outcome.
Well they'll be ready for you in time.
I'm hoping that my effort and investment will pay off, and that the person I'm with will appreciate what I've done and participate in the experience with me.
If you leave them out too long, oo-oo
If I don't get the response or participation I want, or if the experience doesn't live up to my expectations, I may end up feeling hurt or disillusioned.
They'll be withered by the sun.
My hopes and emotional investment will be damaged and weakened, like something left out too long in the sun.
And how far can you send emotions? oo-oo
I'm questioning the limitations of emotional connections and whether it's possible to maintain and communicate feelings over long distances or challenging circumstances.
Can this bridge cross the ocean?
I'm asking whether our relationship and connection can withstand obstacles and challenges and remain strong, even when it's difficult to maintain.
Contributed by Xavier I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Chelsie Lynas
Wow!! That high note was out of this world😊
Rachel-ann Stroud
Thanks you all so much!! I'm so overwhelmed from all the lovely comments, its amazing! I feel so lucky and humbled to be part of The Voice UK. Thanks for the love and support, I love reading all of your comments!! :)
David Briggs
You're so welcome. I have watche this at least 10 times and I never do that. I'm sure I saw a tear forming in Ricky's eyes as there was in mine. Don't let them change you. Oh and being grounded(being earthed) is a thing. You can get a pad for your bed which has a wire runs out of your window and down to earth. Or you can go barefoot. Can't wait to hear more and wish you all the love you deserve.
Agata Golebiewska
+Rachel-ann Stroud Thank YOU for the thrill and beauty you gave us!! I keep replaying (me too :) and don't want to leave this transcending vibe... So happy for both you and Ricky!:) Can't wait to hear more and all the very best to you!!
mojobag01
+Rachel-ann Stroud Only the second audition this year that has made me re-watch many times. Have fun and enjoy your singing. I hope to hear a lot more of you.
tempizz
This wasn't a song I knew so just watched the original version. You blew it out of the water!! Amazing talent, can't wait to hear you sing again! :)
Do you know who I am?
You're a dark horse! Such an amazing, strong performance, you need to reach at least the live shows(I know it's already been recorded as I saw the battles!) because most of the remaining members of team ricky are not very good!
Carolina Girl
The look on Ricky's face was great! He truly appreciated the performance and talent of Rachel Ann. I hope she continues to pursue her dream. She is definitely talented.
Clarice Roman
am I the only one who actually think this is way better than the original? I wish she had recorded the entire song
Everett Cox
La Roux has no range at all, just one octave from what I've heard. Rachel took that song and made it into a James Bond title song.