Write It In Lightning
Rex Goudie Lyrics
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Coming down on the melody
Time to give into
Better living through the chemistry
Eight foot letters
Can't read the writing
If you want me to see
Better write it in lightning
Better write it in lightning
Take a swing at me now
Tear a strip off me anytime
It don't even matter
If the punishment fits the crime
I'll stick my hand in between
Two Doberman fighting
If you want me to see
You better write it in lightning
You better write it in lightning
You better write it in lightning
Make it all blow up
My indifference is frightening
And if you want me to see
You better write it in lightning
(If you want me to see)
You better write it in lightning
(If you want me to see)
You better write it in lightning
In Rex Goudie's song Write It In Lightning, he uses powerful imagery to describe the impact of a powerful beat and the need for clear communication. The "back beat like an axe" comes down on the melody, emphasizing the importance of a strong rhythm in music. He then brings up the idea of "better living through the chemistry," which can be interpreted as a reference to the use of drugs as a way to enhance or escape reality.
The second verse continues with the theme of strength and resilience, as Goudie sings "Take a swing at me now / Tear a strip off me anytime / It don't even matter / If the punishment fits the crime." He is daring his opponent to come at him with their best shot, confident that he can handle it. However, he also acknowledges the importance of clear communication, stating that "If you want me to see / You better write it in lightning." This can be seen as a metaphor for the need for honest and direct communication for true understanding to occur.
Overall, Write It In Lightning is a powerful anthem for strength and resilience, emphasizing the importance of clear communication and the impact of music in our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Back beat like an axe
The rhythm is strong and powerful like the sharp strike of an axe.
Coming down on the melody
The rhythm is dominating and overpowering the melody.
Time to give into
It's time to surrender or submit to something.
Better living through the chemistry
Using substances can lead to a better life or escape from reality.
Eight foot letters
Letters are very large and noticeable.
Can't read the writing
The message is unclear or indecipherable.
If you want me to see
To get my attention or understanding.
You better write it in lightning
The message needs to be striking and immediately obvious.
Take a swing at me now
Go ahead and attack or criticize me immediately.
Tear a strip off me anytime
Feel free to rebuke, scold or reprimand me at any moment.
It don't even matter
It is not significant and has little importance.
If the punishment fits the crime
If the penalty or consequence is appropriate and fair for the wrongdoing.
I'll stick my hand in between
I'm willing to face risks and danger head-on.
Two Doberman fighting
Two vicious or ferocious things competing or battling.
Make it all blow up
Cause a major explosion or upheaval.
My indifference is frightening
My lack of interest or care is alarming.
And if you want me to see
If you want me to pay attention or understand something.
You better write it in lightning
The message needs to be striking and immediately obvious.
(If you want me to see)
(To get my attention or understanding.)
(If you want me to see)
(To get my attention or understanding.)
(If you want me to see)
(To get my attention or understanding.)
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Craig William Andrew Northey
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Strugs NotDrugs
Awesome...I've been searching for this song for months ever since I lost the cd, and it goes with my fave anime too...I love this, its goin to my faves ^^
mileylily
cool!!