Soul on Fire
Igniting Love's Flame: LaVern Baker's Soulful Journey
Lyrics
Well I could play with Tom, Dick and Harry
Expressing the option to engage with various people, but emphasizing the significance of the addressed person.
But for me you're the only one
Declaring the addressed person as the exclusive source of affection and importance.
Who makes me me shiver, makes me tingle
Describing the intense emotional and physical reactions experienced in the presence of the addressed person.
And who brings my loving down
Attributing a positive influence on the speaker's feelings to the addressed person.
I played the love game before I met him
Referencing past experiences in romantic relationships before encountering the addressed person.
It's a game I've always won
Highlighting a history of successful outcomes in romantic endeavors before the current relationship.
But now you set my soul on fire
Expressing the profound impact of the addressed person on the speaker's emotions, using the metaphor of setting the soul on fire.
And I really had my fun
Acknowledging previous enjoyment in life but implying that the current relationship surpasses those experiences.
With other boyfriends, the good-time men friends
Referring to past relationships with other men, highlighting a sense of independence in facing life's challenges.
I still had to walk this road all by myself
Emphasizing the speaker's individual journey despite having boyfriends and friends.
I was their play girl, a careless gay girl
Describing a previous carefree attitude in relationships and signaling a change in behavior.
But I put them all on the shelf
Deciding to end relationships with other men and focus on the current love interest.
I found my true love with you forever
Announcing the discovery of true love with the addressed person and a sense of a new beginning.
And my life has just begun
Expressing the transformative impact of the current relationship on the speaker's life.
'Cause now you set my soul on fire
Reiterating the intense effect of the addressed person on the speaker's soul, emphasizing the ongoing passion.
And I really had my fun
Reflecting on past enjoyable experiences while expressing contentment in the present relationship.
Good bye to play boys, those hey hey boys
Bidding farewell to casual or temporary relationships and expressing commitment to the addressed person.
Good bye to everyone but you my love
Stating exclusivity by rejecting other potential romantic interests in favor of the current love.
Well no more heart aches, no more heart breaks
Declaring an end to emotional pain and heartbreaks with a vow sealed by celestial affirmation.
I swear by all the stars above
Expressing a strong commitment to the addressed person, swearing by the constellations.
Well, well on my soul, my love, my heart
Reaffirming the deep connection with the addressed person through the soul, love, and heart.
Miss you darling from now on
Expressing a sense of missing the addressed person and the enduring impact of their connection.
'Cause now you set my soul on fire
Reiterating the intense effect of the addressed person on the speaker's soul, suggesting a lasting impact.
And I really had my fun
Affirming the fulfillment and enjoyment derived from the current relationship.
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