Goldfinger
Sharon Jones The Dap-kings Lyrics
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He′s the man, the man with the Midas touch
A spider's touch
Such a cold finger
Beckons you to enter his web of sin
But don′t go in
Golden words he will pour in your ear
For a golden girl knows when he's kissed her
It′s the kiss of death ...
From Mister Goldfinger
Pretty girl, beware of his heart of gold
This heart is cold
Golden words he will pour in your ear
But his lies can′t disguise what you fear
For a golden girl knows when he's kissed her
It′s the kiss of death ...
From Mister Goldfinger
Pretty girl, beware of his heart of gold
This heart is cold
He loves only gold
Only gold
He loves gold
He loves only gold
Only gold
He loves gold
The lyrics to Sharon Jones The Dap-kings's song "Goldfinger" are a warning to a woman to stay away from a man with a dangerous and selfish ambition. The song is introduced by describing the man as having a "Midas touch," meaning whatever he touches turns to gold. However, the singer warns that his touch is more like that of a spider, cold, calculated, and dangerous. The man is portrayed as having a web of sin that he uses to entice and trap his victims. The singer cautions the woman not to let him lure her in.
The second verse of the song describes how the man speaks golden words to his victims, but they are only lies that cannot cover up the fear they instill. The phrase "golden girl knows when he's kissed her" implies that the woman can feel the danger inherent in his touch. The man is referred to as "Mister Goldfinger" again, and the singer warns the pretty girl once more to beware of his heart of gold, which is actually cold and unfeeling. The song repeats the warning about his love for only gold, reinforcing the idea that this man is driven by greed and will stop at nothing to get what he wants.
Overall, the lyrics to "Goldfinger" are a cautionary tale about the dangers of getting involved with someone whose only motivation is their own selfish ambition. The imagery of the spider and the web of sin, combined with the warning about his heart of gold being cold, creates a sinister atmosphere that highlights the danger in the situation.
Line by Line Meaning
Goldfinger
The title of the song, referring to a man known for his obsession with gold.
He's the man, the man with the Midas touch
Goldfinger is known for his ability to make things turn to gold, just like King Midas in Greek mythology.
A spider's touch
Goldfinger's touch is dangerous and entangling, just like a spider's touch.
Such a cold finger
Goldfinger is emotionally detached and ruthless in his dealings.
Beckons you to enter his web of sin
Goldfinger invites people into his unethical and immoral conduct.
But don't go in
The singer warns against getting involved with Goldfinger.
Golden words he will pour in your ear
Goldfinger will try to convince you with appealing words.
But his lies can't disguise what you fear
Despite his persuasive language, Goldfinger's deceptive intentions will be transparent to you.
For a golden girl knows when he's kissed her
A woman who has been with Goldfinger is aware of his dangerous and deadly nature.
It's the kiss of death ...
Being involved with Goldfinger is potentially fatal.
From Mister Goldfinger
The words that follow are delivered from the persona of Goldfinger himself.
Pretty girl, beware of his heart of gold
Goldfinger's seemingly attractive character is concealing his true intentions.
This heart is cold
Goldfinger is devoid of emotions, and his intentions are solely for personal gain.
He loves only gold
Goldfinger is obsessed with wealth and material possessions.
Only gold
Goldfinger's love and focus are entirely on gold.
He loves gold
Repetition of the message that Goldfinger is obsessed with gold.
Writer(s): Juergen Engler
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