Ring Of Fire
Ray Charles Lyrics
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And it makes a fire ring
Bound by love's desire
I fell into the ring of fire
I fell into your burning ring of fire
I went down, down, down
And the flames went higher
The ring of fire
The ring of fire
(Girl, you know)
Taste of love is sweet
When two hearts like ours meet
I fell for you like a child
Ooh, but the fire went wild
I fell into your burning ring of fire
I went down, down, down
And the flames went higher
And it burns, burns, burns
The ring of fire
The ring of fire
I fell into your burning ring of fire
I went down, down, down
And the flames went higher
And it burns, burns, burns
The ring of fire
The ring of fire
Love is a burning' thing
And it makes a fiery ring
Bound by wild desire
I fell into the ring of fire
I fell into your burning ring of fire
I went down, down, down
And the flames went higher
And it burns, burns, burns
The ring of fire
The ring of fire
I fell into your burning ring of fire
I went down, down, down
And the flames went higher
And it burns, burns, burns
The ring of fire
The ring of fire
And it burns, burns, burns
The ring of fire
The ring of fire
The lyrics to Ray Charles's song "Ring of Fire" describe a passionate and intense love affair. The singer compares love to a burning thing, and falling into a fiery ring of love. The imagery of fire and flames suggest that the singer is engulfed in the intensity of the relationship, and that it's impossible to escape the power of their love. They describe the taste of love as sweet, but also reveal that the fire that started out gentle and innocent escalated quickly and became wild and all-consuming. The repetition of the phrase "and it burns, burns, burns" underscores the intensity of this love and the power of the ring of fire.
Interestingly, while many people might assume that "Ring of Fire" was written by Ray Charles, it was actually written by June Cash and her husband Merle Kilgore in 1963. Although recorded by several artists, including Johnny Cash, it was Ray Charles's rendition that became a hit in 1963 and reached No. 96 on the US pop chart.
Line by Line Meaning
Love is a burning' thing
Love ignites and simmers like flames.
And it makes a fire ring
Love binds people tightly and passion encircles them.
Bound by love's desire
Yearning for love, two people come together and are connected.
I fell into the ring of fire
Completely smitten, I was consumed by the ardor of love.
I went down, down, down
I fell deeper and deeper into the intense emotions of love.
And the flames went higher
The passion inside of me grew stronger and stronger.
And it burns, burns, burns
The intensity of love continues to blaze brightly without end.
The ring of fire
The all-consuming fire of love that surrounds us.
Girl, you know
Addressing my lover, emphasizing the intensity of the following lines.
Taste of love is sweet
Love is a delightful and wonderful experience.
When two hearts like ours meet
When two individuals with intense emotions come together, love ignites.
I fell for you like a child
I was consumed by my love for you like an innocent child.
Ooh, but the fire went wild
But the passion within me turned into overwhelming intensity.
Lyrics © RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: June Carter, Merle Kilgore
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@heyphilphil
I'm a huge Johnny Cash fan...but this version hits more of the emotions of the lyrics in the song. when he slows it down and sings his style of the "burn burn burns your ring of fire" it hits me hard and even get me misty eyed with how meaningful its being sung. Ray Charles really took this song to a more meaningful place for me.
@saraandyrobles7261
Spot On! I agree the song is definitely on another level. I am knowing his fellow musicians said he was “Genius”. I have no problem with that. I like Classical Country but I think I am liking Ray’s Blues/ Jazz genre also. Those “covers” he did, were amazing! He knocked those songs out of the park. Hearing these I miss him but I am grateful that I can enjoy his music along with Johnny Cash; Ernest Tubbs, Red Foley, Hank Williams , etc.
@thescoobymike
I love how original his take on this song is
@motherhen9407
If this doesn’t shiver your Timbers ever so slightly, then there’s something wrong with you.
@tomthd1
The man was a genius!
@taynara5740
❤❤mt boa
@MeticulousA1
Damn, I'm groovin to this 😌🎵🎶
@amd77j
Two thumbs up!
@mandymichel9903
Oh my 🔥🔥🔥🔥
@roseluca8352
Bring my cigar here!!!🚬