Raise Hell
Raise Hell

Brandi Carlile - Raise Hell Lyrics

Brandi Carlile's track delves into the themes of resilience and defiance against adversity. The lyrics narrate a journey from a troubled start, symbolized by "crooked feet," to a powerful declaration of self-assertion and rebellion, encapsulated in the… Read more

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Jun 1, 2012
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Raise Hell Lyrics

I've been down with a broken heart
Since the day I learned to speak
The devil gave me a crooked start
When he gave me crooked feet
But Gabriel done came to me
And kissed me in my sleep
And I'll be singing like an angel
Until I'm six feet deep

I found myself an omen and I tattooed on a sign
I set my mind a wandering and I walk a broken line
You have a mind to keep me quiet
And although you can try
Better men have hit their knees
And bigger men have died

I'm gonna raise, raise hell
There's a story no one tells
You gotta raise, raise hell
Go on, now, ring that bell

It came upon a lightning strike
And eyes of bright clear blue
I took that tie from around my neck
And gave my heart to you
I sent my love across the sea
And though I didn't cry
That voice will haunt my every dream
Until the day I die

I'm gonna raise, raise hell
There's a story no one tells
You gotta raise, oh, raise hell
Go on, now, ring that bell

(Ooh)
I dug a hole inside my heart
To put you in your grave
At this point it was you and me
And mama didn't raise no slave
You took my face in both your hands
And looked me in the eye
And I went down with such a force
That in your grave I lie

I'm gonna raise, raise hell
There's a story no one's telling
You gotta raise, raise hell
Go on, now, ring that bell
Go on, now, ring that bell
Go on, now, ring that bell
Go on, now, ring that bell

Writer(s): Brandi M. Carlile, Phillip John Hanseroth, Timothy Jay Hanseroth
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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What is the Meaning of Raise Hell?

Brandi Carlile's track delves into the themes of resilience and defiance against adversity. The lyrics narrate a journey from a troubled start, symbolized by "crooked feet," to a powerful declaration of self-assertion and rebellion, encapsulated in the refrain "raise hell." The transformation is marked by spiritual undertones, suggesting an internal battle between good and evil influences, as seen in references to both the devil and angelic figures. The song's call to "ring that bell" serves as a metaphor for awakening one's true potential and fighting back against constraints, be they emotional or societal. This resonates as an anthem for anyone overcoming personal struggles or societal limitations. #Resilience #Defiance

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