Black Widow
Susanne Sundfø;r Lyrics

The lyrics to Susanne Sundfø;r's song Black Widow depict a complex and intense relationship between two lovers. The singer identifies herself as the black widow, alluding to the venomous spider known for consuming its mate after copulation. The black widow lays her eggs in the eye of her lover, a symbolic gesture that suggests leaving a permanent mark on the beloved. The singer seems willing to do anything for her love, including killing her own darlings, indicating that she is willing to make great sacrifices for her lover's affection. However, the love is not reciprocal, and the singer is seemingly insecure about why her lover loves her, admitting this in the second verse of the song. The singer describes herself as being like silk, soothing and enfolding her lover, but ultimately intending to consume his heart.

The song is a meditation on the nature of toxic love, obsession, and self-sacrifice. It highlights the desire to possess someone entirely, even if it means giving up everything for the beloved. The singer's duality is highlighted by the choice of the black widow spider, which is both associated with death and birth. Ultimately, the song suggests that love can be dangerous and consuming, leading to the destruction of oneself and the beloved.