Picking Up
Enchanting Encounters: Unveiling the Intriguing Story Behind 'Picking Up'
Lyrics
Once upon a time, I saw you looking at me from across the room
Initiation of a story, recalling a moment when the singer noticed someone observing them from a distance.
I said what's your name and where did you go to school
The singer approached the person, asking for their name and where they attended school, typical introductory questions.
You said what's it matter if I studied what they claimed that I was supposed to
The person responded dismissively, questioning the significance of their academic background and societal expectations.
I looked back
The singer reflects on the encounter, expressing surprise at the person's unconventional response.
Shocked at the way you had inquired about my question
The person's counter-question struck the singer, feeling attacked before making any substantial interaction.
Attacking me before I made my first move
Describing the person's aggressive approach, hindering the singer's initial move or attempt to connect.
That was smooth
Positive acknowledgment of the person's smooth or slick behavior.
Yeah, you're so very smooth
Reiteration of the person's smooth nature, emphasizing their charm or finesse.
That was smoo-ooth
Repeat of the acknowledgment of the person's smoothness, possibly emphasizing its impact.
You're so very smooth
Reiteration of the person's smooth nature, reinforcing the admiration for their suave demeanor.
I only wanted to be with you
Expressing the singer's desire to be with the person, suggesting a romantic or intimate interest.
For just a night
The singer expresses a temporal desire, wanting to spend just one night with the person.
For just one night
Reiteration of the temporal nature of the desire, emphasizing a short-lived connection.
I got it right
Confirmation that the singer's approach or understanding was correct.
I got it right
Reiteration of the correctness of the singer's understanding, possibly emphasizing a successful connection.
You felt it too
Confirmation that the person also felt the connection or desire, reciprocating the singer's emotions.
You felt it too
Reiteration of the mutual feeling, emphasizing a shared emotional connection.
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