If Looks Could Kill

Heart

About If Looks Could Kill

"If Looks Could Kill" is a song written by Jack Conrad and Bob Garrett, originally recorded by Pamala Stanley and later by the rock band Heart in 1985. The Heart version was released as the fifth and final single from the band's self-titled 1985 album Heart. This version is similar to early Heart tunes as it is an aggressive, hard rock number. The song is about a woman confronting a cheating lover, letting him know that "if looks could kill / you'd be lying on the floor". After four top-ten U. S. singles (including the number-one "These Dreams") from the Heart album, "If Looks Could Kill" stalled at number 54 on the Billboard Hot 100. No music video was made for the song. Pamala Stanley's pop version was featured in the Arnold Schwarzenegger film Raw Deal in 1986. It also was recorded by the Norwegian actress and pop singer Mia Gundersen on her record Temptation in the same year. A version of the song appeared in the 1985 telefilm Braker. German heavy metal band Primal Fear included a cover of the song on their 2017 collection Best of Fear. 


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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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Heart is an American rock band formed in 1967 in Seattle, Washington as The Army, two years later, The Army changed their name to Hocus Pocus, then they changed their name again to White Heart a year later, but eventually changed the name a final time to Heart in 1973. more »

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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.
Album Information
The 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.
Chart Success
"If Looks Could Kill" reached number 54 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Song's Genre
It falls under the Hard Rock and Pop Rock genres, which Heart's sound is well-known for.
Lyrics' Essence
The song's lyrics narrate the story of a scorned woman who believes her partner is having an affair.
Band's Lineup
At the time of this song's release, Heart consisted of members Ann Wilson, Nancy Wilson, Howard Leese, Mark Andes, and Denny Carmassi.
Music Video
The music video features the band performing the song on stage, mirroring the '80s trend of concert-esque music videos.
Songwriters
The song was written by Jack Conrad and Bob Garrett.
Producer Info
Ron Nevison, a renowned American record producer, and sound engineer, produced this track.
Radio Airplay
Even though it did not top the charts, "If Looks Could Kill" remains a regular on classic rock radio stations.
Ann Wilson's Powerful Vocals
The song showcases lead singer Ann Wilson's powerful vocal range, a characteristic element of Heart's music.
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.
Guitar Riffs
The song features distinctive guitar riffs by Nancy Wilson and Howard Leese, adding to its hard rock feel.
Cultural Influence
Heart'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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