Lyrics
Once upon a time, you were mine
Reflects on a past relationship where the speaker was once with the person being addressed.
And it made sense
At that time, the relationship felt logical and reasonable.
And it don't make sense anymore
Currently, the relationship doesn't seem sensible anymore.
At times I think about when it did
The speaker occasionally reminisces about when the relationship made sense.
When it was right, it wasn't wrong
Despite not being morally incorrect, what was once right didn't last long.
It wasn't right very long
The rightness of the relationship was short-lived.
But it was good while it was
Although fleeting, the relationship was enjoyable during its duration.
And it was fun and it was sex
It was pleasurable and included elements of fun and physical intimacy.
I don't wanna talk about the fights in your Mustang
The speaker avoids discussing conflicts in the relationship, preferring to reminisce about pleasant times.
Let's just think about the nights drinking Rosé colored champagne
Opting to recall enjoyable moments such as drinking Rosé champagne instead of focusing on negativity.
Is it me or is it hot? (Is it hot in here?)
The speaker questions if the atmosphere is uncomfortable or warm.
What you want is what I got
Asserting that the speaker possesses what the listener desires.
Oh Los Angeles is fine, let's take a drive through the city
Suggesting a drive through Los Angeles, indicating a desire for exploration or escape.
Ooh, ooh
Repetitive vocalizations conveying emotional expression or emphasis.
C'mon make a move if you know what I mean
Encouraging the listener to take action if they understand the speaker's intentions.
Ooh, ooh
Reiterating the speaker's willingness to be involved with someone else.
Or I can be the girl in another man's jeans
Suggesting a willingness to take on a different role in a relationship.
I don't need a bouquet, keep the flowers, let's go dancing
Expressing a disinterest in traditional romantic gestures, preferring to dance instead.
Was a time, not so long ago
Recalling a time when the listener was very physically affectionate.
You couldn't keep your hands off me
Highlighting the listener's past intense attraction to the speaker.
I know lovers like to burn
Indicating an understanding that passionate relationships often lead to an intense end.
We could burn it 'til it turns
Expressing a willingness to continue a passionate relationship until it exhausts itself.
Right from winter into spring
Describing a relationship evolving from a cold phase to a warmer, positive one.
'Til the summer starts again (hey!)
Referencing cycling through the seasons, metaphorically linking to the phases of a relationship.
Ooh, ooh
Repetition of earlier lines emphasizing the willingness to engage in a different relationship dynamic.
C'mon make a move if you know what I mean
-Ooh, ooh
-Or I can be the girl in another man's jeans
-Ooh, ooh
Repetitive vocalizations conveying emotional expression or emphasis.
Ooh, ooh
-Ooh, ooh
-Ooh, ooh
-Alright, here's what I'm not saying
The speaker clarifies that they're not suggesting reuniting but proposes a night of enjoyment.
"Let's get back together"
Rejecting the idea of reconciliation.
All I'm saying is for one night and one night only
Suggesting a desire for a short-lived, casual affair without commitment.
We can have ourselves a little bit of fun
Proposing a fun encounter for a limited period.
Ooh, ooh
Reiteration of earlier lines emphasizing the openness to an alternative relationship dynamic or experience.
C'mon make a move if you know what I mean
-Ooh, ooh
-C'mon let the night pull apart the seams
-Ooh, ooh
-Or I can be the girl in another man's jeans
-(I can be the girl in another man's jeans)
Repeating the willingness to take on a different role in a relationship, possibly indicating acceptance or resignation.
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