I Like the Likes of You
Captivated Confessions: Embracing the Charms of 'I Like the Likes of You' by Liza Minnelli
Lyrics
Only last Saturday,
Reflecting on a recent time, possibly Saturday or yesterday.
Or was it yesterday?
Uncertainty about the exact day being remembered.
I was rehearsing a speech,
Recalling the preparation for a speech.
Really, I think it's a peach!
Expressing admiration for the speech, considering it excellent.
Hope you don't think it's a breach
Hoping the appreciation is not seen as a breach of etiquette.
Of recognized etiquette,
Referring to recognized social manners, mentioning Connecticut as a humorous aside.
(I'm from Connecticut!)
Highlighting the speaker's origin, adding a playful element.
You see the state I'm in,
Describing the emotional state of being in a mess.
I mean I'm in a mess!
Emphasizing the confusion or chaos the speaker is experiencing.
What was that speech?
Recalling the content of the speech momentarily.
Oh yes, yes!
Affirming the memory of the speech with enthusiasm.
I like the likes of you,
Expressing fondness for the person being addressed.
I like the things you do,
Appreciating the actions or qualities of the addressed person.
I mean I like the likes of you!
Reiterating the affection for the person.
I like you're eyes of blue,
Complimenting the blue eyes of the person being addressed.
I think they're blue, don't you?
Seeking agreement on the perceived eye color.
I mean I like your eyes of blue!
Reaffirming the liking for the blue eyes.
Oh dear, if I could only say what I mean,
Expressing difficulty in articulating thoughts accurately.
I mean if I could mean what I say,
Desiring congruence between words spoken and intended meaning.
That is, I mean to say that I mean to say that,
Reflecting on the complexity of conveying intentions.
I like the likes of you,
Repeating the affection for the person with emphasis.
You're looks are pure de-luxe,
Complimenting the attractive appearance of the person.
Looks like I like the likes of you!
Indicating a positive response to the person's looks.
Oh dear, if I could only say what I mean,
Reiterating the challenge of expressing thoughts accurately.
I mean if I could mean what I say,
Desiring alignment between words and intended meaning.
That is, I mean to say that I mean to say that,
Reflecting on the complexity of conveying intentions (repeated theme).
I like the likes of you,
Expressing fondness for the person with emphasis (repeated).
You're looks are pure de-luxe,
Complimenting the attractive appearance of the person (repeated).
Looks like I like the likes of you!
Reaffirming a positive response to the person's looks (repeated).
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