Burning Desire
Lana Del Rey
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Every Saturday night I get dressed up to ride for you, baby Cruising down the street on Hollywood and Vine for you, baby I drive fast, wind in my hair, push it to the limits 'cause I just don't care You ask me where I've been? I been everywhere I don't wanna be no where but here (Come on tell me boy) I've got a burning desire for you, baby (I've got a burning desire, come on tell me boy) I've got a burning desire for you, baby (I've got a burning desire, come on tell me boy) I drive fast, wind in my hair, push it to the limits 'cause I just don't care I've got a burning desire for you, baby (I've got a burning desire) Every Saturday night I seem to come alive for you, baby Santa Monica, I'm racing in the lights for you, baby I drive fast, radio blares, have to touch myself to pretend you're there Your hands were on my hips, your name is on my lips Over over again, like my only prayer (Come on tell me boy) I've got a burning desire for you, baby (I've got a burning desire, come on tell me boy) I've got a burning desire for you, baby (I've got a burning desire, come on tell me boy) I drive fast, wind in my hair, push it to the limits 'cause I just don't care I've got a burning desire for you, baby (I've got a burning desire) I'm driving fast, flash, everyone knows it I'm trying to get to you, baby I'm feeling scared and you know it I'm driving fast, flash, everyone knows it I'm trying to get to you, baby I'm feeling scared and you know it I'm driving fast, flash, everyone knows it I'm trying to get to you, baby I'm feeling scared and you know it I'm driving fast, flash, everyone knows it I'm trying to get to you, baby I'm feeling scared and you know it I've got a burning desire for you, baby (I've got a burning desire, come on tell me boy) I've got a burning desire for you, baby (I've got a burning desire, come on tell me boy) I drive fast, wind in my hair, push it to the limits 'cause I just don't care I've got a burning desire for you, baby (I've got a burning desire)
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Written by: ELIZABETH GRANT, JUSTIN PARKER
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11 facts about this song
Album Inclusion"Burning Desire" was originally a bonus track for her third EP, "Paradise," and was exclusively released as part of the "Born to Die - The Paradise Edition" special edition album, which combined her second studio album "Born to Die" and the "Paradise" EP.
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Song ReleaseThe song was made available for purchase as a digital download in March 2013 across various music platforms.
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CollaborationLana Del Rey collaborated with Justin Parker, a songwriter and record producer, who also co-wrote some of her other hits like "Video Games" and "Born to Die" for the song "Burning Desire".
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Jaguar F-Type PromotionThe song "Burning Desire" was used in a promotional campaign for the Jaguar F-type sports car. The music video for the song featured Del Rey in the lavish surroundings of the Rivoli Ballroom, while interspersed with clips of the Jaguar car.
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Music Video ReleaseThe music video for "Burning Desire" was released on Valentine's Day, February 14, 2013, fitting the sensual, passionate theme of the song.
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Tonya Hurley's The Blessed Trilogy"Burning Desire" is one of several songs by Lana Del Rey that was featured in Tonya Hurley's second novel in the "Blessed" trilogy, "Passionaries."
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Lyrical StyleAs with many of Lana Del Rey's songs, "Burning Desire" has a cinematic feel and showcases Del Rey's unique blend of modern pop and nostalgic trip-hop, with deep, sultry vocals. The lyrics describe a passionate, unattainable love.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received mostly positive reviews from music critics, who praised Del Rey's vocal performance and the song's dramatic, burning pace.
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Live PerformancesLana Del Rey performed "Burning Desire" live for the first time during the iTunes Festival in London, 2012.
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Song DurationThe duration of the song "Burning Desire" is believed to be slightly over 3 minutes, which is considered a standard length for pop songs.
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InfluenceLana's music, including "Burning Desire," is often noted for its cinematic sound and references to various aspects of pop culture, particularly that of 1950s and '60s Americana.
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