Lyrics
I've been waiting for a long time, for you
The speaker expresses a prolonged anticipation for someone.
I've been waiting for a long time, for you
-I've been waiting for a long time, for you
-I've been waiting for a long time, for you
-Weak the knees
Suggests a physical reaction (weak knees) to the presence or impact of the person being waited for.
Girl you had me at "hi", I'm in a dream (And dream)
The person made a strong impression from the beginning, capturing the speaker's attention and creating a dream-like feeling.
Honestly
Acknowledges the genuine emotions felt in the situation.
I haven't even got your name yet
The speaker hasn't learned the person's name yet.
You gonna have my last name though
Despite not knowing the name, there's a strong intention or desire for a long-term commitment, possibly marriage.
Beauty and a beast fable
Refers to the person as both beautiful and challenging, like a fairy tale character.
Written like a fairy tale
Compares the situation to a fairy tale.
Where I prevail
The speaker is determined to succeed in this relationship.
I ain't gon' let it fail
The speaker won't let the relationship fail.
We sit and we laugh
Describes an enjoyable time spent together, full of laughter and mutual admiration.
We having a blast
-And you look at me
-And I do the same
-I smile and I say
The speaker expresses surprise that such an appealing person is single.
How are you single?
The speaker feels fortunate to be conversing with the person despite personal fears.
I'm just lucky talking to you, even though
Expresses hesitation or fear in admitting romantic feelings.
I'm scared to say
Admits to falling for the person despite the short duration of their acquaintance.
That I'm falling for you
-I know we just met
Acknowledges the briefness of the encounter but expresses a desire to dance together.
Gotta ask though
Expresses a wish for a deeper connection through dancing.
I want you to dance with me
Reiterates the prolonged wait for the person.
I've been waiting for a long time, for you
Repeats the theme of waiting for the person.
I've been waiting for a long time, for you
-I've been waiting for a long time, for you
-I've been waiting for a long time, for you
-It's like we were meant to be
Suggests a sense of destiny or compatibility with the person.
The way you bring your body up to me, come close to me
Describes a close and intimate moment between the speaker and the person.
I got my hands around your waist let's take it further
-I can see it in your eyes girl that you nervous
The person seems nervous, and the speaker reassures and expresses a positive connection.
I look at you and smile I say
-Are you okay? You nod & then
Describes the moment of anticipation before the first kiss.
You lean in for the kiss, and I get nervous
-I been waiting for a long time for a girl like you
Expresses a long-standing anticipation for a person like the one being addressed.
I've been waiting for a long time, for you
Reiterates the extended wait for the person.
I've been waiting for a long time, for you
-I've been waiting for a long time, for you
-I've been waiting for a long time, for you
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