The song lyrics were written by the band Van Halen, as they were asked to write a song for the 1979 movie "Over the Edge" starring Matt Dillon. The movie (and the lyrics, although more obliquely) are about bored, rebellious youth with nothing better to do than get into trouble. If you see the movie, these lyrics will make more sense. It's a great movie if you grew up in the 70s/80s you'll definitely remember some of these characters from your own life. Fun fact, after writing the song, Van Halen decided not to let the movie use it.
you cry when you get drunk
and i can't find the right things to say
sooner or later you'll start breaking plates
and i'll do what i can to stay out of your way
there is nobody innocent here
i got more blood on my hands than you do
it's you and it's me and the baby makes three
yeah but we've got our love to carry us through
we've got our love to carry us through
i cry when i'm hungry
something is wrong with my brain
and the ghost of future's awake in the attic
he moans and he wails as he rattles his chain
we embrace on the floor in the kitchen
emissaries from neighboring lands
when i hunt down the vampire who did this to us
i will rip out his heart with my hands
i will rip out his heart with my hands
and i can't find the right things to say
sooner or later you'll start breaking plates
and i'll do what i can to stay out of your way
there is nobody innocent here
i got more blood on my hands than you do
it's you and it's me and the baby makes three
yeah but we've got our love to carry us through
we've got our love to carry us through
i cry when i'm hungry
something is wrong with my brain
and the ghost of future's awake in the attic
he moans and he wails as he rattles his chain
we embrace on the floor in the kitchen
emissaries from neighboring lands
when i hunt down the vampire who did this to us
i will rip out his heart with my hands
i will rip out his heart with my hands
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This is one of my favorite songs. https://fnfgo.io
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Just A Little Lovin'
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I don't think it's necessarily about sex. It's about wanting to start the day with some love and affection. Maybe a warm cuddle. I'm not alone in interpreting it that way! For example:
"'Just a Little Lovin’ is a timeless country song originally recorded by Eddy Arnold in 1954. The song, written by Eddie Miller and Jimmy Campbell, explores the delicate nuances of love and showcases Arnold’s emotive vocals. It delves into the universal theme of love and how even the smallest gesture of affection can have a profound impact on our lives." https://oldtimemusic.com/the-meaning-behind-the-song-just-a-little-lovin-by-eddy-arnold/
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This is my favorite song by them. Sooooo beautiful.
Vampire reference may be to another man... a guy that came between the relationship in some way.
"There is no body innocent here/ I've got more blood on my hands than you do" -this could very well be an admission. Things happen and neither of them is innocent in the relationship.
Actually, I believe it to be literal. I think that's a strength of the song. He is actually talking about a vampire. The song is a story, and it wouldn't be the first time he's used those particular themes as such. If it's a metaphor it's a bad one. The second part I agree with you about though. It's a pure admission that they both do terrible things. The song is eerie and the imagery is gothic and haunted. The metaphors are crafted to fit perfectly, the ghost in the attic, etc.