Back in Black
Resilience in Shadows: Hell's Black Roses Return in Black
Lyrics
Back in black
Expressing a return, possibly after a period of absence or difficulty.
I hit the sack
Indicates a rest or sleep, possibly after a tiring experience.
I've been too long I'm glad to be back
Feeling relief and satisfaction for being back after a prolonged absence.
Yes, I'm let loose
Feeling liberated or free from a restraining situation.
From the noose
Escaping from a dangerous or restricting situation.
That's kept me hanging about
Referring to a difficult situation that has persisted for a while.
I've been looking at the sky
Contemplating life or one's circumstances.
'Cause it's gettin' me high
Feeling euphoric or excited.
Forget the hearse 'cause I never die
Rejecting the idea of death or defeat.
I got nine lives
Asserting resilience with a reference to having multiple chances.
Cat's eyes
Referring to being watchful and alert.
Abusin' every one of them and running wild
Acknowledging a history of taking advantage of opportunities and living recklessly.
'Cause I'm back
Repeated emphasis on the return and being "back in black," possibly a metaphor for a powerful comeback.
Yes, I'm back
-Well, I'm back
-Yes, I'm back
-Well, I'm back, back
-Well, I'm back in black
Reiterating the return and being in a strong, confident position.
Yes, I'm back in black
-Back in the back
Locating oneself in the rear section of a luxurious car.
Of a Cadillac
Highlighting a high-ranking or dominant position, possibly with a reference to being a force to reckon with.
Number one with a bullet, I'm a power pack
-Yes, I'm in a bang
Participating in a confrontation or conflict.
With a gang
Being involved with a group and challenging authorities or adversaries.
They've got to catch me if they want me to hang
-'Cause I'm back on the track
Returning to a productive or successful path.
And I'm beatin' the flack
Overcoming obstacles and avoiding trouble.
Nobody's gonna get me on another rap
-So look at me now
Asserting confidence and determination in pursuing one's goals.
I'm just makin' my play
Focused on personal pursuits, warning against interference.
Don't try to push your luck, just get out of my way
-'Cause I'm back
Repetition of the theme of being "back in black" and emphasizing the return.
Yes, I'm back
-Well, I'm back
-Yes, I'm back
-Well, I'm back, back
-Well, I'm back in black
-Yes, I'm back in black
-Well, I'm back, yes I'm back
-Well, I'm back, yes I'm back
-Well, I'm back, back
-Well I'm back in black
Final affirmation of the return and being in a position of strength.
Yes I'm back in black
-Ho yeah
Expressions of confidence and triumph.
Oh yeah
-Yes I am
-Oh yeah, yeah oh yeah
-Back in now
Repeating the theme of being "back in black" with heightened intensity.
Well I'm back, I'm back
-Back, (I'm back)
-Back, (I'm back)
-Back, (I'm back)
-Back, (I'm back)
-Back
-Back in black
-Yes I'm back in black
-Out of the sight
Concluding with a declaration of success or achievement.
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