Feed Me With Your Kiss

My Bloody Valentine's 'Feed Me With Your Kiss' is a haunting exploration of desire, longing, and the complexities of human relationships. The song's lyrics, combined with the band's signature shoegaze sound, create an atmosphere that is both ethereal and intense. The opening lines, 'Yeah, (can you get) what you see / But you can't have what you can't,' immediately set the tone for a narrative centered around unattainable desires and the frustration that comes with them. This theme is further emphasized with the line, 'Hey, what's come down over me / It's the way you stood,' suggesting a powerful, almost overwhelming attraction to someone who remains just out of reach.

The chorus, 'So feed me with your kiss,' serves as a metaphor for the deep yearning and emotional hunger the speaker feels. The act of kissing here is not just a physical gesture but a symbolic act of fulfillment and connection. The lyrics, 'Oh, come lie down close to me / Do what you dare / Oh I don't care,' reveal a sense of reckless abandon, a willingness to embrace whatever comes, driven by the intensity of their desire. This recklessness is mirrored in the music, with its swirling guitars and dreamy, almost hypnotic melodies.

The song also touches on themes of liberation and self-discovery. The line, 'Crave, your kiss will set you free / I'll do what I should,' suggests that the speaker believes that this connection, this kiss, has the power to liberate them from their emotional constraints. It's a powerful statement about the transformative potential of love and desire, even when it is fraught with complications. My Bloody Valentine's ability to blend these complex emotions with their unique sound makes 'Feed Me With Your Kiss' a compelling and evocative piece of music.