Poisoned By Desire

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Poisoned by Desire
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Things around here have gotten abit crazy 10
Went to bed last night feeling hazy 9
It’s hard to pretend when I’m such a liar 11 6/5
With all my thoughts poisoned by desire 10

I woke up this morning right next to you 10
Wondering what I was going to do 9
There’s Poison in my heart I can feel it melt 11 6/5
All I can think about is someone else 10

Looking through the eyes of another girl 10
Changed the way that I see the world 9
This life I’ve been living doesn’t seem so real 11 6/5
I know it’s not right but I need the (her) thrill 10

(Bridge)
Two fangs of another filled my heart with fire 10
One taste of her and I was poisoned by desire 13
Somewhere in the shadow of this vipers domain 12
There’s poison by desire running through my veins 12

Deep inside her sweet venom has me hooked 10
One touch form this girl was all it took 9
The thought of her venom has my heart on fire 11 6/5
All I crave is Poison by desire 10

Now all these days I spend my life trying 10
To keep the truth from you by lying 9
Hidden between the lust, and feelings for you 11 6/5  
Poisoned by desire without a clue  10

(Bridge)
Two fangs of another filled my heart with fire 10
One taste of her and I was poisoned by desire 13
Somewhere in the shadow of this vipers domain 12
There’s poison by desire running through my veins 12



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I'm pretty new to lyric writing, just so you know (you'll probably be able to tell I'm more into story-writing so far--although I do intend to do some song writing).  I encourage others to critique this as well--especially on account of this.

Wow, that was impressive.

This song is very well done, IMHO, and could make a popular song (believe it or not, many songs can be popular without being done well--I guess there are different kinds of 'well-done', though).

Anyway, here are some spelling notes (if you're interested--not everyone is when expecting a critique, but some are; I should change the description so that people should indicate whether or not they're interested in spelling/grammar, or what manner of critique they expect):
"One touch form this girl was all it took": it seems 'form' was supposed to be 'from'.
The first line has "abit", which perhaps should be "a bit", seeing as "abit" is not a word.

The theme is catchy and strong.  The parts of the song rhyme well.

There are only a few parts I thought were ambiguous, for the length of this song.  On the third line, I'm not sure what the writer means by 'pretend'.  But, it may be implied, and if the music is right, listeners probably won't consider it much, if at all, anyway.  But, the point here isn't necessarily whether or not people care; I'm just pointing it out so you know.  Many modern songs have much more ambiguity than this one--that's one of the reasons I say it's done well, for it has more literary merit than most of its kind, I think, although it could still be better.

The song indicates a poisoning.  It seems there is a relationship that was poisoned, by this desire for the girl who poisoned the one at hand.  Of course, that doesn't seem good, but what poison is good, even if it feels so?  Sorry if I focus on moral issues too much here.

This song reminds me of drugs and addiction, as similar feelings are probably involved.

The song seems like a cry to the first girl, perhaps for forgiveness or help (or, sadly, maybe even permission to leave her)--which one of these does not seem certain, if indeed it is such a cry.

It doesn't quite resolve to an ending, in meaning, so the focus seems to be on the poison/desire, and not what comes of it.  Well, it does let us know that the poison causes confusion and certain feelings, but these aren't the end, still.  I don't know how much of a resolution was desired, though, as maybe it hasn't happened yet.  I like songs with more resolution more (or that tell the results of actions more), unless an explanation is given outside of the song, as they tell more truth, and have a stronger tendancy to glorify only things that the author feels deserve it (they also give us a better idea of where the writer stands), but that's my opinion: note, however, that conventions, in writing, are normally only accepted opinions.

Anyway, hopefully I've given you some ideas of what thoughts might run through people's heads as they analyze the lyrics.  Many people just listen to how the song makes them feel, though, rather than to what the words mean.  Perhaps everyone does that to some degree, but opinions can result after reading without the music, which opinions can affect later feelings about the song, or how the song makes them feel.  Yes, good songs are great for quoting, too.  Many 'feel-good' songs aren't the one's people quote, methinks, but the feel is still vastly important.

Putting the meaning/morality of the song aside, I don't think you're about to have much trouble with how the song makes people feel, as it is pretty strong.  The way it flows and sounds is good as it is.

The morality of the song is debatable/ambiguous, but ambiguity is fine here, I think, as it's not normally best to be explicit with such things (unless they're less severe, and you don't want people to think they were so severe, or unless you want to direct it toward a less moral crowd).  The song could actually motivate people to avoid such situations, and maybe that was the intent, but perhaps only if the people are listening for it; if it was the intent, I suggest making it more apparent.  In the end, it seems to be up to the listeners, what the song motivates them to do (and perhaps also up to the moods of the music).

Thanks for posting, and best wishes for the song (I suppose I don't know if it's yours, particularly; maybe you just wanted to know what others thought of it).
Nadia

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Very nice!

I am not into song lyrics, because I always tend to listen to the music, as the good music makes you pay less attention to the quality of the lyrics. But I really like this one. Very simple, smooth and clear. And emotional...
I am wondering what the music is like.
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Strong lyric portraying enternal feelings, showing a recognition of how out of control these can make us.
interesting. Would like to hear it musically.  nice post
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Superb! Bravo! Applauds!
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Hey:

Thanks for risking and posting this.

I tend to be one of those that consider lyrics very important.  No matter how good a melody is, whether by hook or by book, if the lyrics are illogical, make no sense, do not follow a consistent story line, the song is a waste except for Louis Louie.

First verse:
It’s hard to pretend when I’m such a liar-poses for me a convolution.  Isn't lying like pretending?

Sec verse:
There’s Poison in my heart I can feel it melt-Poison would not melt your heart, melting implies a sullen pain.  Your heart has been contaminated, corrupted, blinded, made to beat out of rhythm.

Thrd verse:
Looking through the eyes of another girl-I find that SEEING through the eyes of another girl works better even if it is a minor point but looking implies actually physiologically looking, seeing suggests you have learned something or obtained a new perspective.

Bridge:
Who is the viper?  You or her?  It is ambiguous.  I believe it is her who is the viper and if that is the case, the P B D is hers.  Perhaps, Stepping from the shadows of this vipers domain works to clarify and add logic.
Try coursing for running line 4

Forth verse:
Deep inside her sweet venom has me hooked.-  I don't see anything sweet about it.  I like Deep inside me, her venom has me hooked-10
One touch form this girl was all it took-she did not touch, she bit, struck, pierced, get my point?
The thought of her venom has my heart on fire-This is not about thought, it is about poison and your seemingly inability to offer control for your girlfriend, you are possessed. The venom has affected, it is controlling you and it is not the venom that you are thinking about.  It is the results of the venom that got you like this.  Try, Cunning of her venom, or the juice, strength, verve, force, etc...Hint, think thesaurus.

Fifth verse:
It seems OK.  No missed logic or diversion from the story line.  Seems a bit simplistic, though.  I feel with a bit of deeper thought, you can improve this verse.

All and all this is a fine start.  I might guess there is a frenetic quality to the music.  A sense of loss of control should  e evident in the melody, some pain, fear, weak restraint, futile composure...Put it together and give us a listen.

Hope I helped not hurt.  Let me know if you agree or disagree, please.  Only want to help.

Larry Mayer
SI, NY