A Lean and Hungry Look Marianne Faithfull
"A Lean and Hungry Look" by Marianne Faithfull, released in 1965, falls under the #FolkRock genre. The song explores themes of longing, desire, and the complexities of love, portraying a sense of vulnerability and emotional depth. The lyrics convey a haunting, introspective narrative about unfulfilled dreams and the allure of a captivating yet dangerous romance. Musically, it features melancholic melodies complemented by Faithfull's poignant vocals. The song has been noted for its literary quality, reflecting the cultural shifts of the 1960s and influencing subsequent artists in the genre.
Beware the thin man
Beware what can’t be written in a book
Guard against betrayer’s blades
That killer has a lean and hungry look
And if you think power protects you, it doesn’t
No one comes near to help you
To your aid
Just one
One more betrayal
Before you die
One last cigarette
Your enemies are mind to kill you
And the rationales already made
Deadly with intent they come towards you
An escapе, an exit
There is nonе
And look, among the men
Who mind you kill you
Just one
One more betrayal
Before you die
Before you die
One last cigarette
Beware what can’t be written in a book
Guard against betrayer’s blades
That killer has a lean and hungry look
And if you think power protects you, it doesn’t
No one comes near to help you
To your aid
Just one
One more betrayal
Before you die
One last cigarette
Your enemies are mind to kill you
And the rationales already made
Deadly with intent they come towards you
An escapе, an exit
There is nonе
And look, among the men
Who mind you kill you
Just one
One more betrayal
Before you die
Before you die
One last cigarette
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