Lyrics
(Okay)
Expression of agreement or confirmation.
The cold side of the pillow
Symbolic reference to comfort or solace, possibly in a relationship context.
Clean hair and the way you stroke it back
Appreciation of intimate moments, such as the tactile experience of running fingers through clean hair.
A sharp knife, that first bite
Metaphor for the intensity of a thrilling or satisfying experience, using the imagery of a sharp knife and the first bite.
When you talk like a book with that look in those puppy dog eyes
Describes the captivating effect of someone's expression, especially their eyes, when they talk passionately.
When the bath is running and the drinks start coming
Setting the scene of a shared moment with a bath, drinks, and anticipation.
And the ending has a twist
Reference to unexpected and intriguing twists in life or a narrative.
And we're holding hands as the aeroplane lands
Symbolic gesture of connection and support during a potentially stressful situation, like a plane landing.
This is what it feels like when you say
Introduction to the theme of expressing love and the anticipation associated with it.
I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you
Repetition emphasizing the emotional impact of saying "I love you" and its significance.
I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you
-(This is what it feels like when you say)
-I love you, I love you (this is what it feels like when you say)
-Gossip, so scandalous
Mention of scandalous gossip and appreciation for wit, possibly contrasting elements in life.
When life clicks with The Wit of Oscar Wilde
Reference to the cleverness and humor of Oscar Wilde.
A quick death and good sex (good sex, good sex)
Linking quick death and good sex, suggesting a mix of intense experiences.
When you say, "Big stretch" as a dog stretches his legs
Describing a simple, endearing moment using a dog stretching as a metaphor.
When the bath is running and the drinks start coming
Continuation of the shared experience, bath, drinks, and a twist in the narrative.
And the ending has a twist
-And we're holding hands as the aeroplane lands
-This is what it feels like when you say
Reiteration of the emotional impact of saying "I love you."
I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you
-I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you
-(This is what it feels like when you say)
-I love you, I love you (this is what it feels like when you say)
-I love you, I love you (this is what it feels like when you say)
Continued reinforcement of the emotions associated with expressing love.
I'm dripping, dripping, baby
Imagery of dripping and stickiness, possibly conveying intense desire and the need for emotional rescue.
London is burning, na-na-na-na
-I'm sticky, sticky, lately
-Only your tongue can save me
-I'm dripping, dripping, baby
-London is burning, na-na-na-na
-I'm sticky, sticky, lately
-Only your tongue can save me
-(Just say it)
Encouragement to express love directly.
I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you
Repetition emphasizing the emotional impact of saying "I love you."
I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you
-I love you, I love you (this is what it feels like when you say)
-I love you, I love you (this is what it feels like when you say)
-I love you, I love you
Continued emphasis on the emotional significance of expressing love.
I love you, I love you (this is what it feels like when you say)
-I love you, I love you (this is what it feels like when you say)
-I love you, I love you (this is what it feels like when you say)
Final reinforcement of the emotional impact of saying "I love you."
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