Lyrics
Can I get a
Expressing a request or desire for something.
One two three one two three
Counting beats or steps in preparation for dancing.
Dancing with Lucy
Indicating the act of dancing with someone named Lucy.
Oh no I can't get you
Feeling unable to forget or move on from Lucy.
Out of my mind
Emphasizing the persistent presence of Lucy in the speaker's thoughts.
Smoke to switch the smell on my sweater
Using smoke to recreate Lucy's scent on the speaker's sweater.
Oh no I can't have it
Expressing a desire that the speaker cannot fulfill.
Smelling like you
Referring to the scent of the speaker, reminiscent of Lucy.
Taste of you I'll always remember
Highlighting a memorable taste associated with Lucy.
I'll cut my nose
Metaphorically willing to sacrifice a sense (nose) to remember Lucy.
Just to remind me of you
Reiterating the strong impact Lucy has on the speaker.
Oh you know I'm dancing with Lucy
Confirming the ongoing act of dancing with Lucy.
She's in my arms
Describing the physical closeness between the speaker and Lucy.
Her hand on my shoulder
Detailing a specific posture in the dance with Lucy.
And we're touching our palms
Emphasizing physical connection through touching palms.
Dancing with Lucy
Reaffirming the act of dancing with Lucy.
She's on my mind
Stating Lucy's persistent presence in the speaker's thoughts.
And she'll be with me till the day I die
Declaring a commitment to remember Lucy forever.
Dancing with Lucy
Repeating the declaration of dancing with Lucy.
Oh don't you make
Advising against making another mistake in the relationship.
Another mistake
Expressing caution and potential consequences in the ballroom setting.
Me and you in the ballroom center
Describing the speaker and Lucy in a ballroom dance scenario.
I take a misstep
Admitting to a misstep or error in the dance.
Oh what a mess
Reflecting on the mess or complications in the relationship.
Guess we've had quite the adventure
Acknowledging the adventurous, unpredictable nature of the relationship.
So hold your breath
Encouraging anticipation for what comes next in the relationship.
And wait and see what's next
Advising patience and suspense for the unfolding events.
Oh you know I'm dancing with Lucy
Reiterating the ongoing act of dancing with Lucy.
She's in my arms
Describing the physical closeness between the speaker and Lucy.
Her hand on my shoulder
Detailing a specific posture in the dance with Lucy.
And we're touching our palms
Emphasizing physical connection through touching palms.
Dancing with Lucy
Reaffirming the act of dancing with Lucy.
She's on my mind
Stating Lucy's persistent presence in the speaker's thoughts.
And she'll be with me till the day I die
Declaring a commitment to remember Lucy forever.
Oh no
Expressing a moment of concern or realization.
Oh here I go again on my own
Referencing a sense of independence or loneliness.
No I'm dancing with Lucy
Confirming the continued act of dancing with Lucy.
She's in my arms
Describing the physical closeness between the speaker and Lucy.
Her hand on my shoulder
Detailing a specific posture in the dance with Lucy.
And we're touching our palms
Emphasizing physical connection through touching palms.
Dancing with Lucy
Reaffirming the act of dancing with Lucy.
She's on my mind
Stating Lucy's persistent presence in the speaker's thoughts.
And she'll be with me till the day I die
Declaring a commitment to remember Lucy forever.
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