Fish, called a Blues prodigy at only 21, has been known to share the stage with several influential blues artists such as Tommy Castro, Tab Benoit, Shirley King, Watermelon Slim, Kenny Neal and Cedric Burnside. Her deceptively mature voice, is sultry and innocent at the same time, while her intense guitar gives her a sound that is a cross between Jonny Lang and Susan Tedeschi. Backed by Kansas City music veterans Paul Greenlease and Danny Montero, Fish has set out to show the world that she can certainly wail the Blues.
Bulletproof
Samantha Fish Lyrics
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Not show my rage for you
You got my love, its not enough
I need to prove it to you
What′s the difference,
What's the difference, what′s the difference in me now?
I can change, I can change, I can change oh tell me how
I'd turn this on you, I'd turn it on you,
Turn it on you, I′d turn this on you,
Turn it on you, but you're bulletproof
You got my gaze, I′m just a phase
A shift in your point of view
Your rocks are off, you demagogue
I'm just someone to talk to
Make me feel something real, I′d fall for your muse
Where's the spark thru the dark for you light my fuse?
But it′s all about you
I'd turn it on you, turn it on you,
I'd turn it on you, but you′re bulletproof
I′d turn it on you, turn it on you,
I'd turn it on you, but you′re bulletproof
It's all about you baby
Broken things, I kick and scream, I′d fall apart to move you
Shot down in vogue, I got the joke, you need me bulletproof
Twisted up and turned out you say I'm crazy now
You′re bellicose, I loved you so, I'm on my way out
I'd turn it on you, turn it on you,
I′d turn it on you, but you′re bulletproof
I'd turn it on you, turn it on you,
I′d turn it on you, but you're bulletproof
The lyrics of Samantha Fish's "Bulletproof" depict a one-sided relationship where the singer is constantly trying to please and prove themselves to their partner. The partner is presented as cold and unfeeling, described as bulletproof. The singer is trained to suppress their own emotions and put on a performance for their partner, even though they know their love is not enough. They express a desire to change and understand what they can do to make things better, but ultimately, they come to the realization that their efforts are futile. The partner is unwilling to open up to them or be vulnerable in any way, and the singer is left feeling used and discarded.
The singer describes feeling like a mere phase in their partner's life, someone to talk to but not really connect with. They long for something real and a spark to reignite their love, but their partner is too consumed with themselves to care. The singer gets angry and frustrated, feeling like a pawn in their partner's game, and even considers turning things around on them. However, they know it's pointless since their partner is bulletproof and unwilling to change.
Line by Line Meaning
You got me trained to sit on a stage
I have been conditioned to conceal my emotions and perform for you.
Not show my rage for you
I am not permitted to express my anger towards you.
You got my love, its not enough
You have my affection, but it does not satisfy you.
I need to prove it to you
I feel the need to demonstrate my love for you.
What's the difference, What's the difference, what's the difference in me now?
How have I changed, and what distinguishes me from before?
I can change, I can change, I can change oh tell me how
I am willing to alter myself if you instruct me to do so.
I'd turn this on you, I'd turn it on you, Turn it on you, oh but you're bulletproof
I would direct my anger and frustration towards you, but you are resilient and unaffected by it.
You got my gaze, I'm just a phase A shift in your point of view
You have my attention for the moment, but I am insignificant in your perspective.
Your rocks are off, you demagogue I'm just someone to talk to
Your beliefs are misguided, and I am simply a sounding board for your opinions.
Make me feel something real, I'd fall for your muse Where's the spark thru the dark for you light my fuse?
If you could evoke genuine emotions in me, I would be enamored with you. What inspires you to ignite my passion?
But it's all about you
Everything revolves around your desires and needs.
Broken things, I kick and scream, I'd fall apart to move you
I am willing to endure emotional pain and distress to please you.
Shot down in vogue, I got the joke, you need me bulletproof
My popularity declined, but you appreciate me being invincible and immune to attacks.
Twisted up and turned out you say I'm crazy now
You have manipulated and confused me to the point where you question my sanity.
You're bellicose, I loved you so, I'm on my way out
You are aggressive and argumentative, and my love for you has diminished, prompting me to leave.
I'd turn it on you, turn it on you, I'd turn it on you, but you're bulletproof
Although I want to express my frustrations towards you, I know it will have no effect since you are impervious to my words.
Writer(s): Samantha Fish
Contributed by Sophia O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@speeknoevil1803
Why isn't this woman on every TV channel in the country. So fed up with today's music. This is awesome! Rock on girl!
@penzotoko6619
I feel I should point out that this is actually todays music...it didn't come out twenty years ago. Good music exists in every generation but sometimes you have to turn off the corporate radio and do a little searching.
@rockAndrolljunkie
Spot on!
@ismaelfreytes1106
Today Music business don't cares for goood music
@tomchrisfield7348
I agree. We are spoon-fed Lady Gaga and Arianna slithering around on a stage with back up dancers, bring Samantha to the stage.
@jonasstarr6086
Because she has real talent
@elvyfoster7455
Good Lord. This groove is like a gift from Heaven.
@davemilam9009
Amen
@lbr2572
And the CBG slides at the end are smooth AF. She is a total bad ass 🤘🏻❤️🤘🏻
@oranstelly5393
Uh huh, gonna take a trip there one day.