Burning Up – English Lyrics

• By: Madonna
• Album: Madonna

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into the raw energy of Madonna's early career with "Burning Up"! This song is a fantastic way to explore 80s dance and new wave English vocabulary. You'll learn expressions of fierce passion and unapologetic self-assertion from one of pop's greatest icons. Its straightforward yet powerful lyrics make it accessible for language learners, while its catchy beat and bold message make it a truly special and enduring track.

[English]

Don't put me off, 'cause I'm on fire

And I can't quench my desire

Don't you know that I'm burning up for your love?

You're not convinced that that is enough

I put myself in this position

And I deserve the imposition

But you don't even know I'm alive

And this pounding in my heart just won't die

I'm burning up

I'm burning up, burning up for your love

I'm burning up, burning up for your love

I'm burning up, burning up for your love

For your love

You're always closing your door

Well, that only makes me want you more

And day and night, I cry for your love

You're not convinced that that is enough

To justify my wanting you

Now tell me what you want me to do

I'm not blind, and I know

That you want to want me, but you can't let go

C'mon, let go

I'm burning up, burning up for your love

I'm burning up, burning up for your love

I'm burning up, burning up for your love

For your love, oh

Do you wanna see me down on my knees?

Or bending over backwards, now, would you be pleased?

Unlike the others, I'd do anything

I'm not the same, I have no shame

I'm on fire

...

C'mon, let go

...

Do you wanna see me down on my knees?

Or bending over backwards, now, would you be pleased?

Unlike the others, I'd do anything

I'm not the same, I have no shame

I'm on fire

Ooh, yeah, I'm burning up

Ooh, yeah, I'm burning up

Oh come on, oh come on, I'm burning up

Uh, uh, uh

I'm burning up

Ooh, yeah, I'm burning up

Oh come on, oh come on, I'm burning up

Ooh, yeah, I'm burning up

Uh, uh, uh

You know you got me burning up, baby

You know you got me burning up, baby

Burning up for your love

Burning up for your love

Burning up for your love

Burning up for your love

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