Under My Thumb
Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World Lyrics
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I've got you deep in the heart of me.
So deep in my heart that you're really a part of me.
I've got you under my skin.
I'd tried so not to give in.
I said to myself, this affair never will go so well.
But why should I try to resist when, baby, I know down well
I've got you under my skin?
I'd sacrifice anything come what might
For the sake of havin' you near
In spite of a warnin' voice that comes in the night
And repeats, repeats in my ear,
Don't you know, you fool, you never can win?
Use your mentality, wake up to reality.
But each time that I do just the thought of you
Makes me stop before I begin
Cause I've got you under my skin.
I would sacrifice anything come what might
For the sake of havin' you near
In spite of the warning voice that comes in the night
And repeats, how it yells in my ear,
Don't you know, you fool, ain't no chance to win
Why not use your mentality, get up, wake up to reality?
And each time I do just the thought of you
Makes me stop just before I begin
Cause I've got you under my skin.
And I like you under my skin.
The lyrics of "Under My Thumb" by Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World describe the intensity of a person's infatuation with another. The singer explains how they have been trying to resist this affair, but they are unable to do so because they are under the other person's skin. This phrase is often used to describe being obsessed with someone or something, and the song is a perfect example of how someone's romantic interest can take over their life. The singer goes on to explain how they would do anything to be near the other person, even though they know they should wake up to reality and realize that they can never win.
The warning voice that comes in the night could represent the singer's conscience trying to tell them that this affair is not a good idea. However, the thought of the other person consumes them to the point where they cannot resist them. The repetition of the phrase "I've got you under my skin” throughout the song emphasizes the depth of the singer’s obsession with the other person, and how they cannot seem to escape their infatuation.
Overall, "Under My Thumb" is a song about the overpowering effect that infatuation can have on a person. It suggests that although someone may try to resist their feelings for someone, they may be powerless to do so once they have that person “under their skin.”
Line by Line Meaning
I've got you under my skin.
You're always on my mind and a part of me.
I've got you deep in the heart of me.
You've become an integral part of who I am and what I feel.
So deep in my heart that you're really a part of me.
Your influence on me is so strong and pervasive that you might as well be a part of me.
I'd tried so not to give in.
I tried to resist you and this relationship, but I couldn't help myself.
I said to myself, this affair never will go so well.
I knew that being with you had the potential to end badly.
But why should I try to resist when, baby, I know down well I've got you under my skin?
My attraction to you is too strong to resist, even if I know it might not end well.
I'd sacrifice anything come what might for the sake of havin' you near.
I'm willing to give up anything to be near you, no matter what consequences may arise.
In spite of a warnin' voice that comes in the night and repeats, repeats in my ear, Don't you know, you fool, you never can win?
I know deep down that this relationship may not end well, but the voice of reason is overshadowed by my strong feelings for you.
Use your mentality, wake up to reality.
I should use my logical side to acknowledge the risks of this relationship.
But each time that I do just the thought of you makes me stop before I begin
Even when I try to use reason, your mere thought stops me from making a logical decision.
Cause I've got you under my skin.
Your influence on me is so strong that I cannot resist you.
And I like you under my skin.
I am happy to have you influence me and be a part of me.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: COLE PORTER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ithinkinoahguy1581
honestly, this song fits so perfectly with the state of the movie when it's shown. it really tells you how Gideon sees Ramona, rather than a lover, Ramona is like a pet that is meant to follow orders towards Gideon, this is shown by how he's literally seen petting her hair while talking to Scott on the phone. And the obvious part is that he literally has a way of getting into her head.
@carllthebigboy
“I was in a really dark place when I put that together... So, forgiven?”
@mikebonilla2534
Perfect placement right when Gideon shows up
@andriealinsangao613
Yeah, because by then, Ramona was "Under His (Gideon's) Thumb"!
@sdfksdjbfuvygvyisdvcgvucgyvgy
You're thinking of juggling two chicks?!
Not even!
Then you should brake up with your fake high school girlfriend.
Who told you?
Wallace, duh
@cultofgaurav
+EmRosie07 That gossipy bitch!
@mozzaknocks
+Cristalveil and I apologise for that... so does he.
@jacknthat7500
You know me
@randomwalrus1776
That gossipy bitch!
@Allyheartzz
the bass guitar <3