Danger
Vic Dana Lyrics


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Your arms reach out for me
And something deep inside me
Seems to say (danger)

My friends all tell me
You will break my heart
But I can't stay away (danger)
For when we kiss
I know that this is where
I always want to be

Yet when you look at me
There's something in your eyes
That seems to warn me

And I see danger, danger
Danger, danger in your eyes
There's danger, danger
Danger, danger
My heart cries, I know
I know that I should stay away

But when you smile at me
The danger disappears
And when you're close to me
I have no doubts or fears

Oh, darling, should I stay
Or should I run away

I guess that I could leave
And find someone whose love
I'd never doubt (danger)

But that could never be
For you're the one
I just can't live without (danger)

But still the danger's there
And should you break my heart
I'll take the blame

Although there's danger
And my heart's in danger
When I play the game

And I see danger, danger
Danger, danger in your eyes
There's danger, danger
Danger, danger
My heart cries, I know
I know that I should stay away

But when you smile at me
The danger disappears
And when you're close to me
I have no doubts or fears





Oh, darling, should I stay
Or should I run away

Overall Meaning

The song "Danger" by Vic Dana is about a relationship that is full of risks and uncertainty. The singer's friends have warned him that he will end up heartbroken, but he cannot resist the allure of his partner, whose eyes are a warning of the danger. Although he knows that he should stay away and find someone whose love he can trust, he cannot imagine living without this person. The danger is present throughout the lyrics, but it is eclipsed by the joy and happiness that the singer feels in the presence of his partner.


The lyrics of "Danger" convey a sense of internal conflict and ambivalence – the singer knows that he is taking a risk by staying in this relationship, but he cannot help himself. The reference to the danger in his partner's eyes and the warning that he sees there suggest that the relationship is fraught with peril. However, the singer is so in love that he cannot resist the temptation, even though he knows that he may be hurt in the end.


The chorus of the song repeats the word "danger" in a refrain that emphasizes the risk that the singer is taking. However, the bridge of the song offers a glimmer of hope – when the singer is close to his partner and the danger disappears, he feels no doubts or fears. This suggests that even though the relationship is dangerous, it is also rewarding and fulfilling.


Overall, "Danger" is a powerful and emotional song that explores the complexities of love and risk. The singer is torn between his desire for happiness and his fear of getting hurt, and the song captures this conflict brilliantly.


Line by Line Meaning

Your arms reach out for me
The singer is being physically pulled towards the other person, creating a desire.


And something deep inside me
The singer feels a deeper emotional connection to the other person.


Seems to say (danger)
Despite the desire to be with the other person, there is a warning that things may not be as they seem.


My friends all tell me
The singer's acquaintances have warned them of the other person's potential to cause emotional damage.


You will break my heart
The other person may become emotionally or physically unavailable, leaving the singer heartbroken.


But I can't stay away (danger)
Despite the warning signs, the singer cannot resist the pull towards the other person.


For when we kiss
The physical act of kissing reinforces the desire the singer has for the other person.


I know that this is where
The singer feels most comfortable when in the other person's arms.


I always want to be
The singer desires to be with the other person for an extended period of time.


Yet when you look at me
Despite the physical attraction, the other person's gaze makes the singer question their intentions.


There's something in your eyes
The other person's eyes convey a meaning that is not always apparent in their actions.


That seems to warn me
Despite the risk, the singer's desire for the other person remains unchanged.


And I see danger, danger
Regardless of the warnings and risks, the singer feels that the relationship has potential for great danger.


Danger, danger in your eyes
The singer feels that the other person is not being completely honest in their intentions and that there is something dangerous lurking beneath.


My heart cries, I know
The singer knows that there is something deeply wrong with the relationship, but continues on despite their reservations.


But when you smile at me
Despite the potential danger, the singer is unable to resist the other person's charm and charisma.


The danger disappears
When the singer is with the other person, their reservations and worries about the relationship fade away momentarily.


And when you're close to me
The singer feels safe and comfortable in the arms of the other person, regardless of the warnings from others.


I have no doubts or fears
When the other person is physically present, the singer is able to forget their worries and be completely present in the moment.


Oh, darling, should I stay
The singer is questioning whether they should continue the relationship despite their reservations and the advice of others.


Or should I run away
The singer is considering ending the relationship in order to protect themselves from potential emotional damage.


I guess that I could leave
Although difficult, the singer knows that leaving the relationship would be the safe choice.


And find someone whose love
The singer could potentially find another person who is able to provide more emotional security.


I'd never doubt (danger)
The singer is aware that leaving the current relationship and finding someone new would still involve potential risks.


But that could never be
Despite the risks in their current relationship, the singer knows they could never truly be content with someone else.


For you're the one
The other person holds a special place in the singer's heart that they cannot easily replace.


I just can't live without (danger)
Despite the potential dangers, the singer knows that they cannot truly be happy without the other person.


But still the danger's there
Although the singer is aware of the risks involved in the relationship, they still cannot fully suppress their doubts and concerns.


And should you break my heart
The singer is aware that the other person may cause emotional harm and leave them heartbroken.


I'll take the blame
The singer is willing to accept responsibility for any emotional harm that may come from the relationship.


Although there's danger
Despite knowing the risks, the singer is unable to resist the other person's charm and the potential for a deep emotional connection.


And my heart's in danger
The singer is aware of the potential for emotional harm and is torn between desiring the other person and wanting to protect themselves.


When I play the game
The singer is aware that relationships involve risk and potential for emotional harm, but that is a risk they are willing to take.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BOB BECKHAM, JAMES E. BUZZ CASON

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Comments from YouTube:

Robert Brumbaugh

This is the first time I've heard this song since 1963. Forgot how great it was.

Robert De Lasalle

I remember that song almost reaching the Top Ten in Montreal on rock station CKGM in the spring or early summer of 1963.I'msurprised it didn't go higher than #96 on Cashbox.Great song!

Raymond Malcuit

This Song Went To Number 96 On The Billboard Hot-100 Chart In 1963.

Linda Kreinhop

Love this

4everbobby

Great song. Shoulda been a bigger hit.

Colin Sanders

debuted on Vancouver's CFUN chart June 1, 1963

Bruce Snider

Poor Vic should have listened to Del when he warned him of the little town flirt she was!

chezfun

Nice post Tom, thanks!!!!

Joe Easter

HAL BLAINE HAD TO  HAVE ALOT OF FUN DOING THIS TUNE

TheLimePopsicle

You're welcome!

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