Out of Control
Love's Unpredictable Dance: Out of Control by Judy Collins
Lyrics
It seems I've always been in charge before
Expressing a sense of historical control and authority in life.
I made the rules and they were followed
Describing a past where the speaker set rules that were obeyed.
The men I loved would gather at my door
Recalling a time when loved ones eagerly awaited the speaker's decisions.
To wait the word for the day
Highlighting the speaker's role in giving directions or decisions.
I must admit I had my moments
Admitting to occasional desires for chaos or unpredictability.
When I wished the world would suddenly go mad
Expressing a fleeting wish for the world to become chaotic.
But then I'd come back to my senses
Returning to rationality and appreciating the perceived freedom.
And think how sweet was that freedom I thought I had
Reflecting on the sweetness of freedom that was once thought to be possessed.
Out of control you send me
Acknowledging a force that takes control, implying a lack of personal agency.
I never know where it will end for me
Expressing uncertainty about the consequences of losing control.
You put the lights in my head, a song in my bed
Attributing inspiration and passion to an external force.
Oh, nothing I say can change you
Admitting powerlessness in influencing or changing the controlling force.
You know your way, life is clear to you
Acknowledging the clarity and certainty in the controlling force's life.
All I can do when you call me is follow
Accepting a submissive role when summoned by the controlling force.
Oh, I am a woman as sensible as can be
Affirming a sensible and grounded nature as a woman.
Out of control, you spin me
Reiterating the theme of being taken over by an uncontrollable force.
Take me again, your love is winning me
Describing the overpowering nature of love from the controlling force.
I'd follow you anywhere you say
Expressing a willingness to follow the controlling force anywhere.
I fell in love with you today
Declaring a newfound love for the controlling force.
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