LIVE AND LET DIE by Guns N'roses (2024)

LIVE AND LET DIE

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When you were young and your heart
Was an open book
You used to say live and let live
(You know you did)
(You know you did)
(You know you did)

But if this ever changin' world

In which we live in
Makes you give in and cry
Say live and let die
Live and let die

What did it matter to ya
When you got a job to do you got to do it well
You got to give the other fella hell

You used to say live and let live
(You know you did)
(You know you did)
(You know you did)

But if this ever changin' world
In which we live in
Makes you give in and cry

Say live and let die
Live and let die

The lyrics of Guns N' Roses' 'Live And Let Die' are based on the concept of change and how it affects human beings. The opening line "When you were young, and your heart was an open book" talks about the carefree attitude people have when they are young. They believe in living life to the fullest and allowing others to do the same. The next line "You used to say live and let live" reiterates the above sentiment. But as one grows older, they become more worldly, they are forced to face various challenges and difficulties that make them jaded and disillusioned. It is then that they are likely to give up and cry, which is what the line "But if this ever changin' world in which we live in makes you give in and cry" signifies. However, the song doesn't end on a pessimistic note. The last two lines of the chorus "Say live and let die, Live and let die" suggest that the only way to deal with the changes that life throws our way is to embrace them, rather than giving up.

The second verse of the song is about the importance of doing one's job well, no matter what. The lines "What did it matter to ya, When you got a job to do you got to do it well" suggest that even if one has a carefree attitude towards life, they have to be responsible and give their best when it comes to work. The last two lines in the verse reinforce the opening sentiment of the song "You used to say live and let live".

When you were young and your heart
When you were young and naive, and your emotions were vulnerable.

Was an open book
You were easily read and transparent in displaying how you felt.

You used to say live and let live
You used to be an advocate of tolerance, letting people live their lives the way they choose.

(You know you did)
You are reminded of your past beliefs and ideology.

(You know you did)
You are reminded of your past beliefs and ideology.

(You know you did)
You are reminded of your past beliefs and ideology.

But if this ever changin' world
However, if the world we live in becomes unpredictable.

In which we live in
The society and environment around us.

Makes you give in and cry
If the circ*mstances overpower you and make you feel helpless or overwhelmed.

Say live and let die
It's better to accept what you can't change and move forward.

Live and let die
Acceptance is key to moving on.

What did it matter to ya
What difference does it make to you?

When you got a job to do you got to do it well
When you have a task at hand, it's important to complete it to the best of your capability.

You got to give the other fella hell
You have to show your competitor who is boss.

You used to say live and let live
You might have held different beliefs before but not anymore.

(You know you did)
You are reminded of your past beliefs and ideology.

(You know you did)
You are reminded of your past beliefs and ideology.

(You know you did)
You are reminded of your past beliefs and ideology.

But if this ever changin' world
However, if the world we live in becomes unpredictable.

In which we live in
The society and environment around us.

Makes you give in and cry
If the circ*mstances overpower you and make you feel helpless or overwhelmed.

Say live and let die
It's better to accept what you can't change and move forward.

Live and let die
Acceptance is key to moving on.

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