Barracuda
The Heart Lyrics
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I had to turn my heart away
Smiled like the sun, kisses for everyone
And tales, it never fails
You lying so low in the weeds
I bet you gonna ambush me
You'd have me down, down, down, down on my knees
Back over time we were all trying for free
You met the porpoise and me, uh-huh
No right, no wrong you're selling a song, a name
Whisper game
And if the real thing don't do the trick
You better make up something quick
You gonna burn, burn, burn, burn, burn to the wick
Ooh, barracuda, oh yeah
"Sell me, sell you" the porpoise said
Dive down deep now to save my head, you
I think that you got the blues too
All that night and all the next
Swam without looking back
Made for the western pools, silly, silly fools
The real thing don't do the trick, no
You better make up something quick
You gonna burn, burn, burn, burn, burn it to the wick
Ohh, barra-barracuda, yeah
The Heart's 'Barracuda' is a song filled with powerful lyrics that convey a complex emotional message. The first verse of the song is a mixture of nostalgia and apprehension. The singer of the song sees an old love interest again and is reminded of the good times they shared. However, the singer is also aware of the potential threat that the old flame poses to their heart. They have to turn their heart away to avoid getting hurt again. The second verse of the song seems to reminisce of a time when the singer was much younger, hanging out with friends and taking life as it comes. However, there is a pessimistic undertone to the lyrics. The singer seems to suggest that selling oneself and one's music might be necessary in this harsh world, and that it is a "whisper game" where the most appealing lies win.
The chorus of the song, where the singer addresses Barracuda, is a warning to the old flame. The singer suggests that Barracuda is lying low in the weeds and waiting for an opportunity to pounce. The suggestion is that if the singer lets their guard down, they will be pushed down to their knees. The final verse of the song, where the porpoise speaks, adds even more depth to the song. The porpoise, like the singer, is also in a vulnerable position, and they both seem to share the blues. However, they also have a bond that keeps them going, and they swim without looking back to make it to the western pools.
Line by Line Meaning
So this ain't the end, I saw you again today
The singer encounters the subject of the song again, and despite their previous negative experiences with them, they can't help but feel drawn towards them.
Had to turn my heart away
Though the singer is drawn towards the subject, they are wary and know that getting involved with them could lead to heartbreak.
You smiled like the Sun, kisses for everyone
The subject exudes charisma and charm, captivating those around them with their infectious personality.
And tales, it never fails!
The subject is known for their ability to spin compelling stories that captivate their listeners.
You lying so low in the weeds
The artist suspects that the subject is being intentionally deceptive and hiding their true intentions.
Bet you gonna ambush me
The singer feels like the subject is waiting for the right moment to strike and take advantage of them.
You'd have me down, down, down to my knees
The singer fears that the subject will overwhelm them, leaving them vulnerable and powerless.
Wouldn't you, Barracuda?
The artist addresses the subject by name, emphasizing their predatory nature and asking if they truly want to take advantage of the artist's vulnerability.
Back over time when we were all trying for free
The artist reflects on a time in their past when they were more carefree and searching for meaning in life.
Met up with porpoise and me
The artist recalls a moment when they met someone else who was also searching for meaning in life, represented metaphorically as a porpoise.
No right no wrong you're selling a song, a name
The singer and the porpoise encounter someone who is also searching for meaning, but who is more interested in their own fame and success rather than genuinely helping others.
Whisper game
The person they encounter is manipulative and spreads rumors and secrets to gain power over others.
If the real thing don't do the trick
The singer acknowledges that sometimes genuine feelings and experiences aren't enough to win someone over.
You better make up something quick
The subject is urged to fabricate something appealing in order to maintain their hold over others.
You gonna burn it out to the wick
The singer predicts that the subject's manipulative behavior will ultimately lead to their downfall, burning out like a candle.
Aren't you, Barracuda?
The artist again addresses the subject by name, emphasizing that their manipulative behavior will lead to their undoing.
"Sell me sell you" the porpoise said
The artist recalls the porpoise's wise advice, which underscores the importance of genuine connection and collaboration with others.
Dive down deep to save my head
The porpoise urges the singer to look deeper into their emotions and thoughts in order to save themselves from getting lost in the manipulative behavior of others.
You, I think you got the blues too.
The porpoise empathizes with the singer's struggles and acknowledges that even the subject of the song is likely dealing with their own emotional baggage.
All that night and all the next
The artist spends an extended period of time reflecting on their experiences and contemplating the deeper meanings behind their encounters with others.
Swam without looking back
The artist leaves behind their past experiences and tries to move forward, swimming towards a new future.
Made for the western pools, silly fools!
The artist characterizes themselves and others as foolish for chasing after something they may never find, represented metaphorically as the western pools.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Roger Douglas Fisher, Michael Joseph Derosier, Nancy Lamoureaux Wilson, Ann Wilson Dustin
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Lyrics
So this ain't the end, I saw you again, today
I had to turn my heart away
Smiled like the sun, kisses for everyone
And tales, it never fails
You lying so low in the weeds
I bet you gonna ambush me
You'd have me down, down, down, down on my knees
Now wouldn't you, barracuda? Oh
Back over time we were all trying for free
You met the porpoise and me, uh-huh
No right, no wrong you're selling a song, a name
Whisper game
And if the real thing don't do the trick
You better make up something quick
You gonna burn, burn, burn, burn, burn to the wick
Ooh, barracuda, oh yeah
"Sell me, sell you" the porpoise said
Dive down deep now to save my head, you
I think that you got the blues too
All that night and all the next
Swam without looking back
Made for the western pools, silly, silly fools
The real thing don't do the trick, no
You better make up something quick
You gonna burn, burn, burn, burn, burn it to the wick
Ohh, barra-barracuda, yeah
@noone9350
I'm leaving this comment here so after a month or a year when someone likes it, I get reminded of this song ❤
@evelyntokamp1011
@No one - well I might be pushing the daisies by then, so here is a reminder already ;) xxx
@jameshalley4997
@@evelyntokamp1011 lol
@throb9
May it be recommended on your birthday, fren'
@luktor7
Same
@ramysam90
Here's another reminder.
@leokimvideo
Nearly every rock music video I watch has this video featured in the 'recommended' list. I bet I'm not alone.
@engineerered4577
I used to watch your videos when i was young
@whitetigress7448
I bet you're right. This one makes me go all snarly -- as soon I hear the first few bars. (I had a wicked stepmother.)
@jackwells7091
I like your user icon - Prince Planet's pendant. 😊