https://freerepublic.com/tag/kincarnes/ en-us Sun, 31 Dec 2023 02:43:53 GMT Focus Forum 15 https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/4206861/posts The meaning behind Kim Carnes’ 1980s classic “Bette Davis Eyes” actually holds a warning. The song starts out enticing, but soon turns sour, becoming a tune of advice to anyone lured in by the woman depicted in the lyrics. A song brimming with mystery, “Bette Davis Eyes” answers a few questions – like Who is she? What makes her so dangerous? Why must we stay away? – but maybe things are better left to the imagination. The Origins “Bette Davis Eyes” was written in 1974 by singer/songwriters Donna Weiss and Jackie DeShannon. The latter initially recorded the song, releasing it... American Songwriter https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/4206861/posts#comment Sun, 31 Dec 2023 02:43:53 GMT