King
The Bundys Lyrics

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I've been turning over in my mind your last letter
Oh, but it still isn't clear just what you need
And I'd be by your side if you'd promise to be mine
Oh I'm stricken by your love, girl
I'm on my knees

Be my lady I'll be your king
I'll build you castles I'll buy you rings

Be my lady I'll be your king
I'll make you lose your head for me

Do not fear, do not worry
You know I'm yours, my sweet Annie
You want the world? For you I'd turn it upside down
I know I've felt this way before
Maybe once, maybe more
I swear right now, it's stronger than it's ever been

Be my lady I'll be your king
I'll build you castles I'll buy you rings
Be my lady I'll be your king
I'll make you lose your head for me

So I will write no more
I fear that you may shut your door
Sincerely written by the hand that's always yours

Be my lady I'll be your king
I'll build you castles I'll buy you rings
Be my lady I'll be your king
I'll make you lose your head for me

Be my lady I'll be your king
I'll build you castles I'll buy you rings

Be my lady I'll be your king
I'll make you lose your head for me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Bundys’ “King” are a declaration of love and devotion from the singer to their beloved “Annie”. The song begins with the singer reflecting on a previous letter from Annie, and expressing uncertainty about what she needs. However, despite this uncertainty, the singer promises to be by Annie’s side if she promises to be theirs.

The chorus of the song solidifies the singer’s commitment to Annie, declaring that they will be her king and build her castles and buy her rings. The repetition of this chorus emphasizes the singer’s willingness to do whatever it takes to win Annie’s heart. The bridge of the song reassures Annie that she has nothing to fear, and that the singer will turn the world upside down for her.

The song’s conclusion brings the singer’s declarations full circle, as they pledge to write no more letters for fear that Annie may reject them. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, which drives home the singer’s message of love and devotion to Annie.

Overall, “King” is a love song that expresses a desire for commitment and an appeal to the beloved’s emotions. The singer is willing to do whatever it takes to win Annie’s love, and is steadfast in their devotion to her.

Line by Line Meaning

I've been turning over in my mind your last letter
I have been thinking deeply and reflecting upon the words in your most recent letter

Oh, but it still isn't clear just what you need
However, I am still unclear on what exactly it is that you require

And I'd be by your side if you'd promise to be mine
If only you would pledge yourself to me, I would remain loyal and constantly at your side

Oh I'm stricken by your love, girl
I am afflicted deeply by the love that you have for me, my dear

I'm on my knees
I am in a position of humility and supplication, begging for your affection

Be my lady I'll be your king
If you consent to be my partner, I will be the ruler of your heart and life

I'll build you castles I'll buy you rings
I will create for you the life of royalty that you deserve, with grand estates and luxurious jewelry

I'll make you lose your head for me
I will bewitch you with my charm and power until you are completely overcome with love for me

Do not fear, do not worry
There is no need to be afraid or anxious

You know I'm yours, my sweet Annie
You are aware that I belong to you, my dear Annie

You want the world? For you I'd turn it upside down
If it is your desire, I would upend the very foundation of the globe to obtain what you crave

I know I've felt this way before
I recognize that this is a sensation I have experienced previously

Maybe once, maybe more
Perhaps only once, perhaps many times

I swear right now, it's stronger than it's ever been
However, I promise you that this particular instance is more intense than any prior feeling I have had

So I will write no more
I will cease penning these words

I fear that you may shut your door
I am anxious that you will reject my advances

Sincerely written by the hand that's always yours
These words are composed sincerely and devotedly by the hand that forever belongs to you

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