If Looks Could Kill
Heart
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Caught you in the act, can't put up with that Messing where you shouldn't be I want to hear you say you're sorry Cause nobody takes advantage of me You're missing the mark, shooting in the dark I'm pulling the wool from my eyes Baby don't you push me further It's gonna hurt you if it happens twice If looks could kill You'd be lying on the floor You'd be begging me please please Baby don't hurt me no more If looks could kill You'd be reeling from the pain And you'd never lie again If looks could kill You're living on the edge, hanging by a thread I'm watching every move you make You don't want to see my anger So don't you make another mistake Love is on the line, I ain't about to be kind That's a promise and a threat If I was you I'd really cool it Or risk a night you'll never forget If looks could kill You'd be living on the floor You'd be begging me please please Darlin don't hurt me no more If looks could kill You'd be reeling from the pain And you'd never lie again If looks could kill I was a fool to believe in you A sucker for every line I'm a little less blind Than I was before I can see right through your design You'd be begging me please please Darlin' don't hurt me no more If looks could kill You'd be reeling from the pain And you'd never lie again If looks could kill You'd be begging me please please Darlin' don't hurt me no more If looks could kill You'd be reeling from the pain And you'd never lie again If looks could kill If looks could kill
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Written by: BOB GARRETT, JACK S CONRAD
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14 facts about this song
Year of Release"If Looks Could Kill" was released in 1985.
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Album InformationThe song is from Heart's self-titled album, which is also known as the band's second debut due to their rise in popularity following its release.
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Chart Success"If Looks Could Kill" reached number 54 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Song's GenreIt falls under the Hard Rock and Pop Rock genres, which Heart's sound is well-known for.
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Lyrics' EssenceThe song's lyrics narrate the story of a scorned woman who believes her partner is having an affair.
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Band's LineupAt the time of this song's release, Heart consisted of members Ann Wilson, Nancy Wilson, Howard Leese, Mark Andes, and Denny Carmassi.
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Music VideoThe music video features the band performing the song on stage, mirroring the '80s trend of concert-esque music videos.
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SongwritersThe song was written by Jack Conrad and Bob Garrett.
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Producer InfoRon Nevison, a renowned American record producer, and sound engineer, produced this track.
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Radio AirplayEven though it did not top the charts, "If Looks Could Kill" remains a regular on classic rock radio stations.
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Ann Wilson's Powerful VocalsThe song showcases lead singer Ann Wilson's powerful vocal range, a characteristic element of Heart's music.
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Significance"If Looks Could Kill", along with other tracks in the same album, were instrumental in reestablishing Heart as a successful rock band in the mid-'80s following a lull in their career.
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Guitar RiffsThe song features distinctive guitar riffs by Nancy Wilson and Howard Leese, adding to its hard rock feel.
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Cultural InfluenceHeart's strong female leads, seen in songs like "If Looks Could Kill", have influenced and opened doors for other female rock musicians.
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