Save the Last Dance for Me
Love's Dance Etiquette: Save the Final Step for True Romance
Lyrics
You can dance
You are free to dance with anyone.
Every dance with the guy
Dance with the guy who is showing interest in you.
Who gives you the eye
Choose the one who is giving you attention.
Let him hold you tight
Allow him to hold you closely.
You can smile
Smile at the man who previously held your hand.
Every smile for the man
Direct your smiles towards the man you have a history with.
Who held your hand
Especially the one who held your hand under the moonlight.
Beneath the pale moonlight
Referencing a romantic setting, possibly a memory.
But don't forget who's taking you home
Remember who will escort you home.
And in whose arms you're gonna be
Consider whose arms you will find comfort in.
So darlin', save the last dance for me
Save the last dance for the person addressing you.
Oh, I know
Acknowledgment of the enjoyable music.
That the musics fine
Comparing music to fine sparkling wine.
Like sparkling wine
Encouraging the listener to have fun.
Go and have your fun
Enjoy yourself but be cautious.
Laugh and sing
Laugh and sing, but...
But while we're apart
While physically separated, guard your emotions.
Don't give your heart to anyone
Do not give your heart to just anyone.
And don't forget who's taking you home
Reiteration to remember who will take you home.
And in whose arms you're gonna be
Consider whose embrace you will find at the end of the night.
So darlin', save the last dance for me
Repeat of the request to save the last dance for the speaker.
Baby don't you know I love you so
Expressing deep love for the listener.
Can't you feel it when we touch
Suggesting a tangible connection when touching.
I will never never let you go
Promise to never let the listener go.
I love you oh so much
Declaration of intense love.
You can dance
Reiteration of the freedom to dance.
Go and carry on
Continue dancing until the night ends.
Till the night is gone
Enjoy the night to its fullest.
And it's time to go
When the night concludes, it's time to leave.
If he asks
If another person inquires...
If you're all alone
...about being alone, deny the request.
Can he take you home
Reject the offer to be escorted home by someone else.
You must tell him no
Emphasizing the exclusivity of the speaker's company.
Cause don't forget who's taking you home
Reminder of who will take you home.
And in whose arm's you're gonna be
Reiteration of the significance of the speaker's embrace.
So darlin' save the last dance for me
Final plea to save the last dance for the speaker.
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