Knock on Wood
Safeguarding Love's Thunder: Knock on Wood Insights
Lyrics
I don't want to lose you, this good thing
The singer expresses the desire not to lose the person they love, considering it a valuable relationship.
That I got 'cause if I do
Fear of losing this valuable relationship because if that happens, they would lose a significant part of their life.
I will surely,
Emphasizes the certainty of losing something important if the relationship ends.
Surely lose a lot.
Reiterates the potential loss of something substantial due to the end of the relationship.
'Cause your love is better
Highlights the exceptional quality of the love shared, indicating it's superior to other loves the singer knows.
Than any love I know.
Reaffirms the exceptional nature of the love being experienced in comparison to other relationships.
It's like thunder and lightning,
Compares the intensity of the love to the powerful and unpredictable forces of thunder and lightning.
The way you love me is frightening.
Expresses that the way the person loves the singer is so intense that it's frightening in its impact.
You better knock, knock on wood, baby.
Suggests the need for a protective gesture—knocking on wood—as a superstitious means to ensure the continuation of this powerful love.
I'm not superstitious about ya
States a lack of belief in superstitions concerning the relationship but acknowledges the importance of not taking any chances.
But I can't take no chance.
Expresses the unwillingness to take risks when it comes to the relationship.
I got me spinnin', baby,
Describes the overwhelming effect the relationship has, causing a dizzying sensation.
You know I'm in a trance.
Indicates being deeply engrossed or captivated by the love experienced.
'Cause your love is better
Reiterates the exceptional quality of the love being experienced.
Than any love I know.
Emphasizes the superiority of this love compared to others known to the singer.
It's like thunder and lightning,
Continues the analogy of the intensity of the love to the powerful and unpredictable forces of thunder and lightning.
The way you love me is frightening.
Reiterates the overwhelming and almost alarming nature of the love being received.
You better knock, knock on wood, baby.
Repeats the need for a protective gesture, emphasizing the importance of knocking on wood to safeguard this intense love.
It's no secret about it,
States that it's not a secret that the woman in question is the source of the singer's affection and love.
That woman is my loving cup
Describes the woman as someone who ensures the singer's needs for affection and love are met.
'cause she sees to it
Asserts that the woman takes care to provide enough love and affection to the singer.
That I get enough.
Highlights the significance and impact of even a single touch from the woman.
Just one touch from here,
Indicates the profound emotional impact a touch from the woman has on the singer.
You know it means so much.
Emphasizes the deep meaning attached to even a single touch from the woman, signifying its immense value.
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