Story Behind The Song
After the sudden death of my younger brother, I simply didn't want to feel the pain. I wanted to be Bulletproof. That anything painful in this life would simply bounce off me.
Song Description
The song appears to be a happy, positive, upbeat song but the lyrics are deceiving.
The lyrics are written as if it is a break-up between a boy and girl, where as it's really about dealing with the tragic death of a loved one.
| Song Length |
2:28 |
Genre |
Pop - General, Pop - Easy Listening |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Poignant, Troubled |
Subject |
Heartbreak, Relationship |
| Similar Artists |
Randy Newman, Harry Nilsson |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
Bulletproof
Chorus
I want to be bulletproof
So no one can shoot me down
Gotta protect my heart
From the start
I want to be bulletproof
Verse1
I'm an ordinary man that's no lie
Want to be open book with nothing to hide
But I keep my emotions well disguised
Cos I'm scared to take a chance
So I'm telling you in advance
Chorus
Verse 2
I defend my feelings from hurtful truths
And condescending people who treat me like a fool
Don't need wrapping up in cotton wool
Cos I know that life is rough
And I gotta toughen up
M8
I'm scared of living and afraid to die
I crave success though I never try
A natural-born coward pretending to be brave
When I just want to be saved
Chorus