Zulu
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Raine Lyrics
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He acts while other men just talk
He looks at this world, and wants it all
So he strikes, like thunderball
He knows the meaning of success
His needs are more, so he gives less
They call him the winner who takes all
Any woman he wants, he'll get
He will break any heart without regret
His days of asking are all gone
His fight goes on and on and on
But he thinks that the fight is worth it all
So he strikes like thunderball
The lyrics to Zulu evoke the image of a man who is constantly on the move - both figuratively and literally. The opening lines describe someone who always runs while others walk, acting while others talk. This is someone who knows what he wants and is willing to do whatever it takes to get it. He is driven by a desire for success and wants to have everything this world can offer. He strikes like "thunderball" - a metaphor for his powerful and forceful actions.
The second stanza describes this man's character in more detail. He is someone who understands the meaning of success and his needs are insatiable. He gives less than he takes, always striving for more. He is perceived by many as the "winner who takes all" - a reference to his competitive nature and drive.
The final stanza continues to paint a picture of a man who is unapologetically selfish in his pursuit of what he wants. He is able to attract any woman he desires and does so without remorse, leaving a trail of broken hearts in his wake. However, this man is not one to give up easily. His fight goes on and on, convinced that the end justifies the means. To him, the fight is worth it all and he strikes like thunderball.
Line by Line Meaning
He always runs while others walk
He is always ahead of the game, moving faster than those around him.
He acts while other men just talk
He is a doer, not just a talker like most other men.
He looks at this world, and wants it all
He has big ambitions and desires to have everything the world has to offer.
So he strikes, like thunderball
He takes decisive action like a bolt of lightning, making his presence felt.
He knows the meaning of success
He understands what it takes to be successful in life.
His needs are more, so he gives less
He is willing to sacrifice others' needs in order to fulfill his own.
They call him the winner who takes all
Others see him as a ruthless winner who will take everything he can get.
And he strikes, like thunderball
He continues to take action swiftly and decisively, like a thunderball that strikes forcefully.
Any woman he wants, he'll get
He has the power to get any woman he desires, regardless of the consequences.
He will break any heart without regret
He is willing to hurt others emotionally in order to fulfill his own desires, without any remorse.
His days of asking are all gone
He is no longer asking for what he wants - he is taking it.
His fight goes on and on and on
He always has a new battle to fight, and he will never stop striving for more.
But he thinks that the fight is worth it all
He believes that the struggle and sacrifices are worth it in order to have everything he desires.
So he strikes like thunderball
He continues his aggressive pursuit, striking at opportunities to make more gains in life.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JOHN BARRY
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