Raised in the Djursholm district of Danderyd, Lo is an alumna of the music school Rytmus Musikergymnasiet. She formed the rock band Tremblebee in 2006. After it disbanded, Lo pursued a career in songwriting and earned a publishing deal with Warner/Chappell Music in 2011. Working with producers Alexander Kronlund, Max Martin and Xenomania, she became a successful songwriter, while also recording and releasing her own compositions independently.
In 2013, Lo was signed to Universal Music, Island and Polydor. The following year, Lo rose to prominence with her debut album, Queen of the Clouds. It spawned the sleeper hit single "Habits (Stay High)", which peaked at number three on the US Billboard Hot 100, as well as "Talking Body". Her second album, Lady Wood, was released in October 2016 and debuted at number 11 on the Billboard 200. Its lead single, "Cool Girl", became an international hit. Her follow-up records, Blue Lips (2017) and Sunshine Kitty (2019), also performed well, the latter spawning the song "Glad He's Gone", which was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Music Video.
In addition to her solo work, Lo has co-written songs for other artists, including: Lorde's "Homemade Dynamite" (2017) and Ellie Goulding's "Love Me Like You Do" (2015), a song that garnered her Grammy Award and Golden Globe nominations. She has collaborated with many artists, such as Charli XCX, Flume, SG Lewis, Dua Lipa, Kylie Minogue and Coldplay, among others.
My Gun
Tove Lo Lyrics
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Make out, last shot, keep dancing naked feeling free
That's my gun, that's my gun, that's my gun
Last night you were who you prefer because of me
Wake up messed up but you're still happy as can be
That's my gun, that's my gun, that's my gun
Do you think I'm easy ooh ooh
Boy if you're gonna shoot me down
Do it gently
I'm not easy, ooh ooh
But go ahead and touch me now
Do it gently
You're fine, you're mine, I'm the mistake you wanna make
Hey ho let's go, it's one more chance you gotta take
That's my gun, that's my gun, that's my gun
I'm ace in space and oh, I know you want to fly
My tune, your moon, jump on my cloud and we go high
That's my gun, that's my gun, that's my gun
Do you think I'm easy ooh ooh
Boy if you're gonna shoot me down
Do it gently
I'm not easy, ooh ooh
But go ahead and touch me now
Do it gently
Do it gently eh eh, gently eh eh, gently eh eh
Gently eh eh, gently eh eh, gently eh eh
That's my gun
Do you think I'm easy ooh oohBoy if you're gonna shoot me down
Do it gently
I'm not easy, uhu, uhu
But go ahead and touch me now
Do it gently
Do it gently eh eh, gently eh eh, gently eh eh
Do it gently eh eh, do it gently eh eh, gently eh eh
The lyrics to Tove Lo's song My Gun are a bit ambiguous but seem to be about a person who is a bit of a troublemaker and enjoys being in control of their sexual encounters. The lines "Heads turn, your body burn rip off your clothes for me" and "Make out, last shot, keep dancing naked feeling free" suggest that the singer is urging their partner to let go of their inhibitions and give into the moment. The repetition of the line "That's my gun" seems to reinforce the idea of control and power.
The second verse implies that the singer is able to bring out a wild side in their partner, and even though they may feel a bit messy afterward, they are still happy. The line "I'm ace in space and oh, I know you want to fly" suggests that the singer knows what they're doing and can provide a thrilling experience. The chorus, with its repeated pleas to "do it gently," implies that the singer enjoys being in charge but still wants their partner to be respectful and considerate.
Overall, the lyrics give the impression of a person who is comfortable with their sexuality and enjoys exploring the boundaries of what is socially acceptable. The repeated use of the phrase "That's my gun" suggests a level of possessiveness and assertiveness, while the plea to "do it gently" betrays a vulnerable side.
Line by Line Meaning
Heads turn, your body burn rip off your clothes for me
You attract attention, your body is hot, undress for me
Make out, last shot, keep dancing naked feeling free
Kiss passionately, take one more chance to dance nude and feel liberated
That's my gun, that's my gun, that's my gun
I empower you, my influence is your freedom
Last night you were who you prefer because of me
You could be your authentic self with me last night
Wake up messed up but you're still happy as can be
You may be hungover but content with your experience
Do you think I'm easy ooh ooh
Do you take me for granted or believe I am naive?
Boy if you're gonna shoot me down
If your intention is to ruin my experience
Do it gently
Do it without causing significant harm or disturbance
I'm not easy, ooh ooh
I won't be taken advantage of or manipulated easily
But go ahead and touch me now
Intimacy is still allowed and wanted
You're fine, you're mine, I'm the mistake you wanna make
You are attractive and mine to have, I'm the wrong choice you still want to make
Hey ho let's go, it's one more chance you gotta take
Hey, let's seize the opportunity, another shot you need to take
I'm ace in space and oh, I know you want to fly
I'm the best in the game, and I know you want to soar with me
My tune, your moon, jump on my cloud and we go high
My melody, your rhythm, join me on my cloud, and reach for the sky
Do it gently eh eh, gently eh eh, gently eh eh
Affectionate handling, gently, gently, gently
That's my gun
I hold the power, I'm your freedom
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: LO TOVE, JAKOB BO JERLSTROEM, LUDVIG KARL DAGSSON SOEDERBERG, EMELIE CATHARINA LEONTINE TOERLING, DANIEL ALEXANDER LEDINSKY
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