Disarm
The Smashing Pumpkins Lyrics


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Disarm you with a smile
And cut you like you want me to
Cut that little child
Inside of me and such a part of you
Ooh, the years burn
Ooh, the years burn

I used to be a little boy
So old in my shoes
And what I choose is my choice
What's a boy supposed to do?
The killer in me is the killer in you
My love
Send this smile over to you

Disarm you with a smile
And leave you like they left me here
To wither in denial
The bitterness of one who's left alone
Ooh, the years burn
Ooh, the years burn, burn, burn

I used to be a little boy
So old in my shoes
What I choose is my voice
What's a boy supposed to do?
The killer in me is the killer in you
My love
I send this smile over to you

The killer in me is the killer in you
Send this smile over to you
The killer in me is the killer in you
Send this smile over to you




The killer in me is the killer in you
Send this smile over to you

Overall Meaning

The Smashing Pumpkins’ song “Disarm”contains lyrics that evoke a sense of tension and inner strife. The opening line, "Disarm you with a smile / And cut you like you want me to," can be interpreted as a criticism of society's tendency to mask aggression and harm in superficial pleasantries. The next line, "Cut that little child / Inside of me and such a part of you," may refer to the singer's inner child, which is both innocent and vulnerable, but also capable of great harm when provoked. Through this metaphor, the song expresses a sense of inner turmoil and a fear of how one's past and nature may influence them in dangerous ways.


The second verse is a reflection upon childhood and the difficulties of growing up. The singer acknowledges the confusion and uncertainty they experienced as a child, stating, “What’s a boy supposed to do?” The killer in me is the killer in you / My love,” seems to imply that we all have the potential for violence and aggression. This theme of inner turmoil is carried into the chorus, which repeats the line "Ooh, the years burn." These lines may suggest the singer's anguish over the intersection of past and present.


Overall, "Disarm" is a complex exploration of the human psyche, examining how the past and our inherent nature can shape our actions and attitudes. The song's interpretation is open to endless possibilities and in such a way, it remains a relevant and compelling work of music, continuing to speak to generations.


Line by Line Meaning

Disarm you with a smile
I will charm you so you let down your guard.


And cut you like you want me to
I will cause you pain just as you desire.


Cut that little child, inside of me and such a part of you
I will destroy the vulnerable part of myself that stems from our shared history.


Ooh, the years burn
The pain of the past continues to hurt.


I used to be a little boy, so old in my shoes
I was forced to grow up too quickly.


And what I choose is my choice
I have the right to make my own decisions.


What's a boy supposed to do?
It's hard to figure out what to do in a society that pressures men to suppress their emotions.


The killer in me is the killer in you, my love
The violent tendencies within me are also present within you, my closest companion.


Send this smile over to you
Despite the pain, I still care for you.


And leave you like they left me here
The people who hurt me abandoned me to suffer alone, and I will do the same to you.


To wither in denial
You will suffer the same fate, refusing to accept the truth of what we've done to each other.


The bitterness of one who's left alone
The bitterness felt by someone abandoned by those they love.


Ooh, the years burn, burn, burn
The pain never truly goes away, instead it intensifies and resurfaces again and again.


The killer in me is the killer in you
Our connection is so deep, that we share even the darkest and most violent parts of ourselves.


Send this smile over to you
Despite the pain and trauma, I still share a bond with you and wish you well.




Lyrics © Sentric Music, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: William Corgan

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@angiealvarez7285

🎶Disarm you with a smile
And cut you like you want me to
Cut that little child
Inside of me and such a part of you
Ooh, the years burn
Ooh, the years burn

I used to be a little boy
So old in my shoes
And what I choose is my choice
What's a boy supposed to do?
The killer in me is the killer in you
My love
I send this smile over to you

Disarm you with a smile
And leave you like they left me here
To wither in denial
The bitterness of one who's left alone
Ooh, the years burn
Ooh, the years burn, burn, burn

I used to be a little boy
So old in my shoes
And what I choose is my voice
What's a boy supposed to do?
The killer in me is the killer in you
My love
I send this smile over to you

The killer in me is the killer in you
Send this smile over to you
The killer in me is the killer in you
Send this smile over to you
The killer in me is the killer in you
Send this smile over to you



@marcolovesinter97

Disarm you with a smile
And cut you like you want me to
Cut that little child
Inside of me and such a part of you
Ooh, the years burn

I used to be a little boy
So old in my shoes
And what i choose is my choice
What's a boy supposed to do?
The killer in me is the killer in you
My love
I send this smile over to you

Disarm you with a smile
And leave you like they left me here
To wither in denial
The bitterness of one who's left alone
Ooh, the years burn
Ooh, the years burn, burn, burn

I used to be a little boy
So old in my shoes
And what I choose is my voice
What's a boy supposed to do?
The killer in me is the killer in you
My love
I send this smile over to you

The killer in me is the killer in you
Send this smile over to you
The killer in me is the killer in you
Send this smile over to you
The killer in me is the killer in you
Send this smile over to you



@simeonpetkov768

This song is so painful...

Disarm you with a smile
And cut you like you want me to
Cut that little child
Inside of me and such a part of you
Ooh, the years burn

I used to be a little boy
So old in my shoes
And what i choose is my choice
What's a boy supposed to do?
The killer in me is the killer in you
My love
I send this smile over to you

Disarm you with a smile
And leave you like they left me here
To wither in denial
The bitterness of one who's left alone
Ooh, the years burn
Ooh, the years burn, burn, burn

I used to be a little boy
So old in my shoes
And what I choose is my voice
What's a boy supposed to do?
The killer in me is the killer in you
My love
I send this smile over to you

The killer in me is the killer in you
Send this smile over to you
The killer in me is the killer in you
Send this smile over to you
The killer in me is the killer in you
Send this smile over to you



All comments from YouTube:

@Craniacs

love this song so much

@acidoverride3136

Same.

@tdgmystic

Same

@marcbritt9179

Same.

@heavymetalcompilations4784

Same

@sofiaparaiso3640

So do I ,from Portugal

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@seraphimrising2470

My late husband would play this on repeat. Today is his 2 month anniversary of his passing and I have been listening to his favorite songs all day

@gatsbye53

I'm so very to hear of your loss. My sympathies go out to you.

@RexcorJ

My condolences, friend. ❤

@HeartandSoul59

this is so sad ...all my thoughts go to you. xx

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