Lyrics
Let the phone ring, let's go back to sleep
Expresses a desire to ignore the phone and return to sleep.
Let the world spin outside our door
Desire to remain isolated from the outside world.
You're the only one that I want to see
Expresses a strong preference to only see the partner.
Tell your boss you're sick, hurry, get back in I'm getting cold
Encouragement to skip work due to the cold and return to bed.
Get over here and warm my hands up, boy, it's you they love to hold
Desire for physical closeness and affection from the partner.
And stop thinking about what your sister said
Encouragement to stop dwelling on what someone else (sister) said.
Stop worrying about it, yes the cat's already been fed
Encouragement to stop worrying as the cat has already been taken care of.
Come on darlin', let's go back to bed
Invitation to return to bed with affectionate language.
Put the phone machine on hold
Suggests putting the answering machine on hold, avoiding communication.
Leave the dishes in the sink
Encouragement to leave household chores unfinished.
Do not answer the door
Suggestion not to interact with anyone at the door.
It's you that I adore
Expresses deep affection and admiration for the partner.
I'm gonna give you some more
Implies a desire to give more love and attention.
We'll sit on the front porch, the sun can warm my feet
Describes a relaxed setting outdoors, enjoying each other's company.
You can drink your coffee with sugar and cream
Describes a routine morning scene with beverages.
I'll drink my decaf herbal tea
Describes personal preferences regarding drinks.
Pretend we're perfect strangers and that we never met
Suggests role-playing as strangers to renew the relationship's excitement.
My, you remind me of a man I used to sleep with
Comparing the partner to someone from the past but in a positive light.
That's a face I'd never forget
Expresses admiration for the partner's unforgettable face.
And you can be Henry Miller and I'll be Anais Nin
References famous writers, suggesting a deeper connection in their relationship.
Except this time it'll be even better
Expectation for a better relationship compared to the past.
We'll stay together in the end
Hope for a lasting relationship, staying together in the end.
Come on darlin', let's go back to bed
Repeated invitation to return to bed with affectionate language.
Put the phone machine on hold
Reiteration of avoiding phone calls.
Leave the dishes in the sink
Encouragement to leave chores unfinished to prioritize the partner.
Do not answer the door
Advises not to engage with outsiders at the door.
For you, I'd be a poor man's wife
Expresses commitment to the partner regardless of financial status.
I'm gonna give you some more
Implies a desire to give more love and attention.
Let the phone ring, let's go back to sleep
Repeats the desire to ignore the phone and return to sleep.
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