Lyrics
Love, oh love, oh careless love
Love is depicted as careless and uncontrollable.
You've fly through my head like wine
Love has a powerful and intoxicating effect, comparing it to the influence of wine.
You've wrecked the life of a many poor girl
Love has negatively impacted the lives of many unfortunate individuals, especially women.
And you nearly spoiled this life of mine
The singer's own life has been nearly ruined by the reckless nature of love.
Love, oh love, oh careless love
The repetition emphasizes the theme of careless and uncontrolled love.
In your clutches of desire
Love is described as having a strong grip, symbolizing desire and passion.
You've made me break a many true vow
Love has led the singer to break many sincere promises and vows.
Then you set my very soul on fire
Intense emotions caused by love have ignited the singer's soul, suggesting a tumultuous experience.
Love, oh love, oh careless love
The repetition reinforces the idea of love causing carelessness and sorrow.
All my happiness bereft
Love has stripped away the singer's happiness, leaving them desolate.
You've filled my heart with weary old blues
The singer's heart is filled with weariness and sadness due to the impact of love.
Now I'm walkin', talkin' to myself
The singer is now left alone, engaging in self-reflection and conversation due to the emotional toll of love.
Love, oh love, oh careless love
The repetition continues to highlight the theme of careless love.
Trusted you now, it's too late
The singer trusted love, but now it's too late to undo the consequences.
You've made me throw my old friend down
Love has caused the singer to betray a loyal friend, expressing feelings of regret and bitterness.
That's why I sing this song of hate
The singer sings a song of hate, reflecting the resentment and disappointment brought by love.
Love, oh love, oh careless love
Repetition reinforces the continuous suffering caused by careless love.
Night and day, I weep and moan
The singer experiences constant sorrow day and night due to the effects of love.
You brought the wrong man into this life of mine
Love has brought the wrong person into the singer's life, leading to a life of repentance for their sins.
For my sins, till judgment I'll atone
The singer anticipates judgment and atonement for the consequences of love.
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