You Know My Name – Chris Cornell: 21st Bond Song
The title song from the 21st James Bond film Casino Royale (2006), titled You Know My Name, was performed by Chris Cornell. The song was written by David Arnold and Chris Cornell.
About
- Title: You Know My Name
- Film: Featured as the title song for the twenty-first James Bond film, Casino Royale (2006)
- Performer: Chris Cornell
- Composer: Chris Cornell, David Arnold
- Release Date: 2006
- Genre: Rock
- Theme: You Know My Name captures the essence of raw intensity and determination central to the Bond franchise. Chris Cornell's powerful vocals and the song's gritty rock instrumentation convey a sense of strength and resolve, reflecting the film's themes of espionage and identity.
- Style: Known for its rock-infused sound and Chris Cornell's commanding delivery, You Know My Name stands out as a bold Bond theme. The song features aggressive guitar riffs and anthemic chorus, creating a high-energy anthem that sets the tone for Casino Royale's action-packed narrative.
- Legacy: You Know My Name is hailed as one of the most memorable Bond themes, earning critical acclaim for Chris Cornell's distinctive voice and the song's contemporary rock sound. Its inclusion in Casino Royale's soundtrack and subsequent popularity have solidified its status as a modern classic in the Bond canon.
- Cultural Impact: The song's memorable lyrics and powerful chorus have become synonymous with the Bond franchise, resonating with fans worldwide. You Know My Name has been covered and referenced in various media, contributing to its legacy as a cultural touchstone.
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Lyrics: You Know My Name
If you take a life do you know what you'll give?
Odds are, you won't like what it is
When the storm arrives, would you be seen with me?
By the merciless eyes of deceit?
I've seen angels fall from blinding heights
But you yourself are nothing so divine
Just next in line
Arm yourself because no-one else here will save you
The odds will betray you
And I will replace you
You can't deny the prize it may never fulfill you
It longs to kill you
Are you willing to die?
The coldest blood runs through my veins
You know my name
If you come inside things will not be the same
When you return to the night
And if you think you've won
You never saw me change
The game that we all been playing
I've seen diamonds cut through harder men
Than you yourself
But if you must pretend
You may meet your end
Arm yourself because no-one else here will save you
The odds will betray you
And I will replace you
You can't deny the prize it may never fulfill you
It longs to kill you
Are you willing to die?
The coldest blood runs through my veins
Try to hide your hand
Forget how to feel
Forget how to feel
Life is gone with just a spin of the wheel
Spin of the wheel
Arm yourself because no-one else here will save you
The odds will betray you
And I will replace you
You can't deny the prize it may never fulfill you
It longs to kill you
Are you willing to die?
The coldest blood runs through my veins
You know my name [7×]
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Based on the original Czech article: You Know My Name – Chris Cornell – titulní píseň z 21. bondovky Casino Royale.