Sweet Little Sixteen
The Animals Lyrics
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You better stop the things that you do
I ain't lyin', no, I ain't lyin'
I just can't stand it babe
The way you're always runnin' 'round
I just can't stand it, the way you always put me down
I put a spell on you because you're mine
You better stop the things that you do
I ain't lyin', no, I ain't lyin'
I just can't stand it babe
The way you're always runnin' 'round
I just can't stand it, the way you always put me down
I put a spell on you because you're mine
I put a spell on you. I put a spell on you
I put a spell on you. I put a spell on you
The Animals' version of "I Put a Spell on You" is a song that expresses obsession, possessiveness, and power. The lyrics convey a sense of desperation and a desire to control the object of one's desire. The repetitive nature of the song emphasizes the persistence of the singer's attempts to win over the person they are singing to.
The opening line "I put a spell on you because you're mine" sets the tone for the rest of the song. The singer is declaring that they have a right to control the other person's actions and thoughts because they belong to them. The line "You better stop the things that you do" reinforces this idea of control and implies a threat. The use of the word "spell" suggests that the singer has magical powers, further emphasizing their sense of power over the other person.
The rest of the song continues to express the singer's frustration with the other person's actions and their desire to dominate them. The repetition of the line "I put a spell on you" emphasizes the singer's determination to have the other person under their control, no matter what it takes.
Overall, The Animals' version of "I Put a Spell on You" is a dark, intense song that reflects the darker aspects of love and desire. It explores the themes of obsession, possession, and power, and the lyrics suggest a disturbing level of control and manipulation.
Line by Line Meaning
I put a spell on you because you're mine
I cast a magical charm on you to ensure that you belong to me
You better stop the things that you do
You need to cease your actions and behaviors that are causing problems for us
I ain't lyin', no, I ain't lyin'
I am telling you the truth, I am not lying
I just can't stand it babe
Your actions and behaviors are causing me emotional distress
The way you're always runnin' 'round
Your constant movement and activities are causing issues for me
I just can't stand it, the way you always put me down
The constant insults and belittling you direct towards me are unacceptable and causing me emotional harm
I put a spell on you. I put a spell on you
I am reminding you that I cast a magical charm on you to ensure that you belong to me
I put a spell on you. I put a spell on you
I am emphasizing the fact that I cast a magical charm on you to ensure that you belong to me
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Jay Hawkins
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