Discover the story of the song > I Might Need You To Kill – The Thermals

The song talks about oppressive forces that follow and control people, using religious language like "the love of Jesus" to manipulate them. The protagonist expresses the need for his partner to help him escape from these forces, even if that means resorting to violence to protect themselves. The lyrics suggest that these forces can control every aspect of a person's life, even their emotions, and that extreme measures may be necessary to break free.