Evil on Your Mind
Tangled Thoughts: Unveiling the Intricacies of Temptation in 'Evil on Your Mind'
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You say I need a rest
You suggest that I need some rest.
Why don't I go and see my sister way out west
You propose that I visit my sister who lives far away in the west.
That's very thoughtful of you dear
I appreciate your thoughtfulness.
And I'm really touched with all this tenderness
Your tenderness is touching to me.
But us women are suspicious things
Women, including myself, tend to be suspicious.
We know that men aren't born with wings
We understand that men are not inherently angelic.
What's making you so kind? Now, I'm not smart
Despite your kindness, I sense something is amiss.
But I'm not blind and I think that you've got evil on your mind
Although I may not be exceptionally clever, I'm not oblivious, and I suspect you have malicious intentions.
You think that you've been good about as long
You believe you've been virtuous for a reasonable duration.
As most red blooded human could
You feel you've been as good as any typical human could be.
We've been together for so long
We've been in a long-term relationship.
I know another pasture's looking good
I sense your interest in exploring other opportunities or relationships.
But don't think that other men don't look at me
Other men also find me attractive and look at me in a certain way occasionally.
That certain way from time to time
They give me attention from time to time.
Don't think that you're the only one
Realize that you're not the only one dealing with temptations or questionable thoughts.
That must contend with evil on your mind
You're not alone in grappling with immoral inclinations.
Your mind is in a harem
Your thoughts are like a harem, filled with exotic dancing girls.
And surrounded by exotic dancing girls
You're surrounded by alluring and tempting influences.
You're hearing pretty music
You imagine pleasant music playing as these influences affect you.
As they run their slender fingers through your curls
These influences run their fingers through your hair, creating an enticing fantasy.
Ah, dream on baby
My response is dismissive, suggesting that your fantasies are unrealistic.
I thank you for the flowers and the candy
I express gratitude for the flowers and candy you've given me.
Honey, that was very kind
I acknowledge your attempts to apologize through these gifts.
For that's your way of telling me
These gestures serve as your way of expressing remorse for the questionable thoughts you harbor.
You're sorry for the evil on your mind
You're trying to make amends for the immoral intentions that trouble your mind.
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