Ida Maria won Zoom Urørt in 2006 and the Urørt-competition in 2007 (both are Norwegian competitions for unsigned artists) and played some of Norway`s biggest festivals. In 2007 she also won Alarmprisen (Norwegian music awards).
Her band consists of:
Ida Maria: guitar, vocals, bass
Stefan Törnby: guitar, backing vocals
Olle Lundin: drums, backing vocals
Johannes Lindberg: bass, backing vocals
I Like You So Much Better When You're Naked
Ida Maria Lyrics
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things I should say to you
They got stuck somewhere
Stuck between me and you
Oh I'm nervous
I don't know what to do
Light a cigarette
I only smoke when I'm with you
What the hell do I do this for?
You're just another guy
OK, you're kind of sexy
But you're not really special
But I won't mind
If you take me home
Come on, take me home
I won't mind
if you take off all your clothes
Come on, take them off
'Cause I like you so much better when you're naked
I like me so much better when you're naked
I like you so much better when you're naked
I like me so much better when you're naked
The lyrics to Ida Maria's song "I Like You So Much Better When You're Naked" are quite straightforward: the singer describes the nerves and insecurities that come with being around someone they have feelings for. There are clever things that the singer should say, but they can't find the right words. Smoking is a nervous habit that the singer indulges in when in the presence of the other person. Despite the nerves and doubts, there is a clear attraction to this person, and the singer wants to go home with them.
The chorus of the song is where things get more interesting: "I like you so much better when you're naked." It seems to be a play on the idea that being naked is a symbol of vulnerability and honesty. The singer is saying that they like the other person more when they're being themselves, without any barriers or pretenses. The repeated line "I like me so much better when you're naked" suggests that the other person's honesty inspires the same in the singer, making them feel more comfortable with themselves.
The song is a playful, almost tongue-in-cheek take on love and attraction. It's not a serious declaration of everlasting love, but rather a celebration of the fun and excitement that come with exploring a new relationship. Overall, the lyrics suggest that the singer is learning to let go of their inhibitions and enjoy the moment, even if it's a little scary.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh the clever things I should say to you
I have so many witty things I could say to you
They got stuck somewhere
But for some reason, I can't seem to say them
Stuck between me and you
Maybe it's because of my nerves and my feelings for you
Oh I'm nervous
I'm really anxious and scared right now
I don't know what to do
I have no idea how to act around you
Light a cigarette
I try smoking to calm my nerves
I only smoke when I'm with you
But I only do it when you're around
What the hell do I do this for?
I question myself why do I even act like this
You're just another guy
You're not really any different from other guys I've met
OK, you're kind of sexy
Although you have some appeal to me
But you're not really special
You still don't stand out to me
But I won't mind
However, I wouldn't really be bothered
If you take me home
If you happen to invite me to your place
Come on, take me home
I'm open to the possibility of going with you
I won't mind
Again, I wouldn't really care
if you take off all your clothes
If you decide to get naked in front of me
Come on, take them off
I'm even encouraging you to do so
'Cause I like you so much better when you're naked
I find you more attractive and interesting when you're not wearing any clothes
I like me so much better when you're naked
I even feel better about myself when I'm around someone who's comfortable enough to be naked
I like you so much better when you're naked
Without any barriers or masks, you seem more real and authentic to me
I like me so much better when you're naked
I feel more connected to myself and to you when we're both being our true selves
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: IDA SIVERTSEN
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