Baby, Don't Lie
Seductive Nights: Unveiling Desires in 'Baby, Don't Lie' by The Beasley Brothers
Lyrics
Friday night, you got your hair let down
Expressing the setting of the lyrics—Friday night, with the subject's hair let down.
It's been some time, since we took the town
Indicating that it's been a while since the couple went out on the town together.
And I confess, you're puttin' me to the test
The speaker acknowledges feeling challenged or tested by the attractiveness of the partner.
'Cause you're lookin' too damn good, to share with the rest
Expressing admiration for the partner's appearance and a reluctance to share that attractiveness with others.
Baby, don't lie, you got that look in your eye
Addressing the partner directly, emphasizing the importance of honesty and sincerity in their interaction.
Baby, you know I, want you
Reiterating the speaker's desire for the partner.
You're lookin' so fine, and we've got nothin' but time
Commenting on the partner's physical appearance and emphasizing the availability of time for their connection.
So baby come on I, want you
Repeating the speaker's desire for the partner and inviting them to respond positively.
The night's still young, and our friends can wait
Suggesting that the night is still young, and the couple doesn't need to rush to meet with friends.
So if you feel it too, don't hesitate
Encouraging the partner not to hesitate if they share the same feelings.
We can stay at home, or we can party all night
Offering options for the evening—staying at home or partying—alluding to flexibility in their plans.
But the way I see it, we still got tonight
Stressing the idea that they have the entire night ahead for their plans.
Oh baby, don't lie, you got that look in your eye
Repeating the plea for honesty from the partner, focusing on the look in their eyes.
Baby, you know I, want you
Reiterating the speaker's desire for the partner and seeking confirmation.
You're lookin' so fine, and we've got nothin' but time
Commenting on the partner's appearance again and emphasizing the abundance of time.
So baby come on I, want you
Repeating the desire for the partner to respond positively and join the speaker.
Baby, don't lie, you got that look in your eye
Echoing the earlier emphasis on honesty and sincerity in the partner's expression.
Baby, you know I, want you
Reiterating the speaker's desire for the partner and seeking acknowledgment.
You're lookin' so fine, and we've got nothin' but time
Highlighting the partner's attractiveness and reiterating the availability of time for their connection.
So baby come on I, want you
Repeating the invitation for the partner to respond positively and join the speaker.
Baby, you know I, want you
Repeating the speaker's desire for the partner.
Baby, come on I, want you
Concluding with a final invitation for the partner to join the speaker, expressing the ongoing desire.
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