That Old Black Magic
Enchanting Desires: Succumbed to the Spell of Old Black Magic
Lyrics
That old black magic has me in its spell,
Expresses being entranced or captivated by a mysterious and powerful force, possibly love.
That old black magic that you weave so well.
Refers to the captivating and skillful nature of the magic, suggesting the person has a talent for enchantment.
Those icy fingers up and down my spine,
Describes a sensation of shivers or chills running up and down the speaker's spine, symbolizing the impact of the magic.
The same old witchcraft when your eyes meet mine.
Highlights a recurring experience of enchantment when making eye contact, comparing it to traditional witchcraft.
The same old tingle that I feel inside,
Mentions a familiar tingling sensation, indicating a consistent and recognizable reaction to the magical influence.
And then that elevator starts its ride.
Introduces the imagery of an elevator starting its journey, possibly symbolizing the emotional ups and downs triggered by the magic.
And down and down I go; round and round I go
Describes the speaker's descent and rotation, metaphorically portraying the impact of the magical spell.
Like a leaf that's caught in the tide.
Compares the speaker's situation to a leaf caught in the tide, suggesting a lack of control and being carried away by the magical influence.
I should stay away, but what can I do?
Expresses the conflict between the desire to resist the magic and the inability to stay away.
I hear your name and I'm aflame.
Associates hearing the person's name with intense emotions, particularly a flame of passion.
Aflame with such a burning desire
Describes the passion as a burning desire, emphasizing its intensity.
That only your kiss can put out the fire.
Suggests that only a kiss from the person can quench the metaphorical fire of desire.
For you're the lover I have waited for,
Identifies the person as the long-awaited lover, indicating a sense of destiny or preordained connection.
The mate that Fate had me created for.
Describes the person as the ideal mate, created by fate for the speaker.
And every time your lips meet mine,
Emphasizes the impact of the person's lips meeting the speaker's, continuing the theme of enchantment and descent.
Darling, down and down I go; round and round I go
Reiterates the cyclical pattern of descent and rotation in response to the magical influence.
In a spin, loving the spin I'm in
Describes being in a spin, enjoying the emotional whirlwind induced by the magical love.
Under that old black magic called love.
Concludes by attributing the experience to the old black magic called love, framing love as a powerful and enchanting force.
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