It's lyrics are an invitation to the dancefloor, while comparing previous relationships to one's current lover. "All the Lovers" was positively received by contemporary critics, who praised its dance anthem nature and deemed it as a classic Minogue single.
All the Lovers
Kylie Minogue Lyrics
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I'm standing here with you, why won't you move?
I'll get inside your groove 'cause I'm on fire, fire, fire, fire
It hurts when you get too close, but, baby, it hurts
If love is really good, you just want more
Even if it throws you to the fire, fire, fire, fire
All the lovers that have gone before
They don't compare
To you
Don't be frightened
Just give me a little bit more
They don't compare
All the lovers
Feel, can't you see there's so much here to feel?
Deep inside in your heart you know I'm real
Can't you see that this is really higher, higher, higher, higher?
Breathe, I know you find it hard, but, baby, breathe
You'll be next to me, it's all you need
And I'll take you there, I'll take you higher, higher, higher, higher
All the lovers that have gone before
They don't compare
To you
Don't be frightened
Just give me a little bit more
They don't compare
All the lovers
Dance, it's all I wanna do, so won't you dance?
I'm standing here with you, why won't you move?
Even if it throws you to the fire, fire, fire, fire, fire, fire
All the lovers that have gone before
They don't compare
To you
Don't be frightened
Just give me a little bit more
They don't compare
All the lovers
The song "All the Lovers" by Kylie Minogue is a dance-pop track that delivers a message about the power of love. The lyrics call on the senses of the listener to dance, feel, and breathe. The singer is asking her partner to let go of their fears and surrender to the love they share. She wants to get closer to him, prompting the feeling of hurt from being too close, but it is worth it in the end because she wants more of that love.
The chorus says, "All the lovers that have gone before, they don't compare to you." Here, Kylie means that her past lovers have not compared to the current one. She encourages her significant other to trust her and give her "just a little bit more," and promises to take them higher. The song is not about any particular people or relationships; instead, it is a universal message about the power of love.
Line by Line Meaning
Dance, it's all I wanna do, so won't you dance?
I want to dance and enjoy the moment with you, can we dance together?
I'm standing here with you, why won't you move?
I'm right here with you, can we dance together and enjoy the music?
I'll get inside your groove 'cause I'm on fire, fire, fire, fire
I know how to move to the rhythm and feel the music, let me show you.
It hurts when you get too close, but, baby, it hurts
Being close to someone can be scary and make you vulnerable, but it's worth the risk.
If love is really good, you just want more
When you find love that makes you happy, you want to experience it more and more.
Even if it throws you to the fire, fire, fire, fire
Love can be intense and passionate, even if it's scary, it's worth the risk.
All the lovers that have gone before, they don't compare
None of the past loves compare to the one I have now.
To you, don't be frightened
You don't have to be scared of love, especially with me.
Just give me a little bit more
I just need a little bit more of your love and affection.
Feel, can't you see there's so much here to feel?
There's so much to experience and feel in this moment if we just allow ourselves to.
Deep inside in your heart you know I'm real
You can feel in your heart that my love for you is genuine and true.
Can't you see that this is really higher, higher, higher, higher?
This love is a higher power and a deeper connection that we can't ignore.
Breathe, I know you find it hard, but, baby, breathe
Sometimes love can feel overwhelming, so take a deep breath and just let it be.
You'll be next to me, it's all you need
All you need is to be by my side and feel my love for you.
And I'll take you there, I'll take you higher, higher, higher, higher
I'll be there for you and help take you to the next level of love and happiness.
Even if it throws you to the fire, fire, fire, fire, fire, fire
Love can be dangerous and intense, but it's worth the risk if it's with the right person.
All the lovers that have gone before, they don't compare
No previous love compares to the one I have now with you.
To you, don't be frightened
You have nothing to fear with me and our love.
Just give me a little bit more
I just need a little bit more of your love and affection to make our love flourish.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: James Eliot, Jemima Stilwell
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