Sharp Shooter Lyrics – Deep Purple

[Verse 1: Deep Purple]
The narrator describes the sharp shooter as someone with their finger on the trigger, ready to take aim. The "big head" suggests arrogance or confidence, and the narrator challenges the shooter to try and take them down. The line about having to put the shooter in line indicates the narrator's readiness to confront the threat head-on.

[Chorus: Deep Purple]
The chorus emphasizes the ease with which the narrator views the shooter's attempts, likening it to a walk in the park. This suggests that the narrator feels unbothered and capable of handling the situation.

[Verse 2: Deep Purple]
In the second verse, the narrator refers to the shooter as a "baby-faced assassin" with seductive weapons, implying charm and allure as tools of manipulation. The narrator expresses confidence that the shooter's hands are too shaky for the job, indicating doubt in their ability to succeed.

[Pre-Chorus: Deep Purple]
The pre-chorus highlights the narrator's awareness of the shooter's indecision and divided focus, emphasizing their own preparedness and connections that could aid them. This adds a layer of strategic thinking and resourcefulness to the narrator's character.

[Bridge: Deep Purple]
The bridge introduces the narrator as an "old bushwhacker" with hidden tricks and a carefree attitude. The imagery of yodeling up the canyon and behaving with abandon showcases the narrator's confidence and unpredictability. The promise to get the shooter adds a sense of impending retribution.

[Outro: Deep Purple]
The outro repeats the metaphor of a shot in the dark being a walk in the park, reinforcing the narrator's dismissive and confident stance towards the shooter's efforts. The repetition serves to underline the ease with which the narrator feels they can handle the situation, maintaining the theme of resilience and self-assuredness.