Ultraviolence
Embracing Ultraviolence: A Tale of Poison, Beauty, and True LoveLyrics
He used to call me DN
Referring to the nickname "DN" given by the person, standing for Deadly Nightshade.
That stood for Deadly Nightshade
Explaining that "Deadly Nightshade" symbolizes poison, implying a dangerous nature.
'Cause I was filled with poison
Describing herself as filled with poison but also possessing beauty and rage.
But blessed with beauty and rage
Highlighting the conflicting qualities of being both toxic and attractive.
Jim told me that
Recalling a person named Jim who equated physical abuse with affection.
He hit me and it felt like a kiss
Expressing the paradoxical sensation of being hurt by Jim, yet it felt like a form of love.
Jim brought me back
Noting that Jim brought her back, reminiscent of childhood memories.
Reminded me of when we were kids
Reflecting on the innocence of childhood when they were kids.
With his ultraviolence
Repeated emphasis on "Ultraviolence" as a theme, suggesting intense, possibly destructive love.
Ultraviolence
-Ultraviolence
-Ultraviolence
-I can hear sirens, sirens
Imagining the sound of sirens, possibly indicating chaos or danger.
He hit me and it felt like a kiss
Reiterating the mixed feelings of pain feeling like a form of affection.
I can hear violins, violins
Adding another layer with the mention of violins, symbolizing a more romantic and intense side.
Give me all of that ultraviolence
Expressing a desire for the intensity of "Ultraviolence."
He used to call me poison
Recalling being called "poison," similar to the earlier reference to Deadly Nightshade.
Like I was Poison Ivy
Drawing a parallel with Poison Ivy, emphasizing a dangerous and captivating allure.
I could've died right there
Reflecting on a moment when death felt imminent due to the closeness of the person.
'Cause he was right beside me
Emphasizing the presence of Jim during a critical moment.
Jim raised me up
Highlighting the impact of Jim in raising her, despite causing hurt that felt like genuine love.
He hurt me but it felt like true love
Acknowledging the contradictory nature of being hurt by Jim yet feeling a true sense of love.
Jim taught me that
Attributing a lesson from Jim that loving him was never enough, suggesting unfulfilled desires.
Loving him was never enough
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With his ultraviolence
Repetition of the theme of "Ultraviolence" as a dominant force in the relationship.
Ultraviolence
-Ultraviolence
-Ultraviolence
-I can hear sirens, sirens
Reiteration of the impact of violence, now accompanied by the sound of sirens.
He hit me and it felt like a kiss
Reiterating the paradox of pain feeling like a form of love.
I can hear violins, violins
Repeating the imagery of violins, symbolizing the intense and emotional nature of the relationship.
Give me all of that ultraviolence
Expressing a longing for the intensity of "Ultraviolence."
We could go back to New York
Proposing the possibility of returning to a simpler, less-known time and place in the relationship.
Loving you was really hard
-We could go back to Woodstock
-Where they don't know who we are
-Heaven is on Earth
Portraying a utopian view of love with the idea that heaven is on Earth.
I would do anything for you, baby
Expressing a willingness to do anything for the person, emphasizing devotion.
Blessed is this union
Describing the union as blessed, despite the tears shed like golden lemonade.
Crying tears of gold like lemonade
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I love you the first time
Expressing love repeatedly, claiming a royal status ("princesa"), and referencing substance use ("white lines").
I love you the last time
-Yo soy la princesa, comprende mis white lines
-'Cause I'm your jazz singer
-And you're my cult leader
-I love you forever
-I love you forever
-With his ultraviolence (lay me down tonight)
Repetition of the theme of "Ultraviolence" with additional references to laying down and Rivera Girls.
Ultraviolence (in my linen and curls)
-Ultraviolence (lay me down tonight)
-Ultraviolence (Rivera Girls)
-I can hear sirens, sirens
Reiteration of the impact of violence, accompanied by the sound of sirens.
He hit me and it felt like a kiss
Repeating the paradox of pain feeling like a form of love.
I can hear violins, violins
Repeating the imagery of violins, symbolizing the intense and emotional nature of the relationship.
Give me all of that ultraviolence
Expressing a longing for the intensity of
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