Let Me Touch You For Awhile
Alison Krauss & Union Station Lyrics
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as you shed a lonesome tear
now your in a wonderama
I wonder what your doing here
the flame no longer flickers
you're feeling just like a fool
you keep staring into your liquor
I'm wondering what to do
I don't hardly know you
but I'd be willing to show you
I know a way to make you smile
let me touch you for a while
I'm gonna ruin my black mascara
you're drinking whiskey when it should be wine
you keep on looking in to that mirror
but to me your looking really fine
I don't hardly know you
but I'd be willing to show you
I know a way to make you laugh at that cowgirl as she's walking out your door
I know a way to make you smile
just let me whisper things
you never heard before
just let me touch you baby
just let me touch you for a while
I don't hardly know
but I'd be willing to show you
I know a way to make you smile
It's been a long time
let me touch you for a while
The lyrics of Alison Krauss & Union Station's song Let Me Touch You For Awhile explore the possibility of making a genuine connection with someone who is a stranger to the singer. The song starts with the acknowledgment that the person being addressed has been through a difficult time ("it's been a long time coming/as you shed a lonesome tear"), and is currently in a place of uncertainty ("now you're in a wonderama/I wonder what you're doing here"). The singer then notices that the person is feeling lost and helpless ("the flame no longer flickers/you're feeling just like a fool/you keep staring into your liquor/I'm wondering what to do").
Despite the fact that the singer doesn't know much about this person ("I don't hardly know you"), there is a strong desire to help in any way possible ("but I'd be willing to show you"). The offer is to make the person feel better by providing comfort, care, and support ("I know a way to make you smile/just let me whisper things you never heard before/just let me touch you baby/just let me touch you for a while"). There is a recognition that this might come at a cost to the singer ("I'm gonna ruin my black mascara"), but the desire to help is so strong that it outweighs any personal inconvenience.
Overall, the song is about the possibility of creating a connection with someone and providing comfort, care, and support to a stranger in need. The lyrics evoke a sense of empathy, compassion, and generosity, and the melody reinforces these emotions with a soothing tone and a gentle rhythm that highlights the vulnerability of the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
it's been a long time coming
After waiting for a long time, the time has finally come.
as you shed a lonesome tear
You are sad and crying alone.
now you're in a wonderama
You are in a state of wonder and surprise.
I wonder what you're doing here
I am curious about why you are here.
the flame no longer flickers
The passion has disappeared.
you're feeling just like a fool
You feel foolish and regretful.
you keep staring into your liquor
You keep looking at your drink or the bottom of the bottle.
I'm wondering what to do
I am uncertain about what to do.
I don't hardly know you
I barely know you.
but I'd be willing to show you
However, I am willing to help you.
I know a way to make you smile
I know how to make you happy.
I'm gonna ruin my black mascara
I am likely to cry and damage my makeup.
you're drinking whiskey when it should be wine
You are drinking the wrong type of alcohol.
you keep on looking in to that mirror
You keep looking at yourself in the mirror.
but to me you're looking really fine
But in my opinion, you look great.
I know a way to make you laugh at that cowgirl as she's walking out your door
I can make you laugh at the situation, even when the cowgirl is leaving.
just let me whisper things you never heard before
Let me say things to you that you have never heard before.
just let me touch you baby
Just allow me to touch you, baby.
just let me touch you for a while
Just give me the chance to touch you for a while.
it's been a long time
It has been a considerable amount of time.
let me touch you for a while
Let me be with you and make you feel better.
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@tbone4646
Alison is the only female singer/performer who can sing like an angel and be sensual and pure at the same time. Unique and untouchable.
@stevecarvalho1364
Perfectly stated
@rhondawebb7985
I concur!
@chellisrenner3490
Yes!!!
@warhawk8834
Allison will always be the one but listen to Jenn bostic shes amazing
@kingleonidas9672
T Bone well said
@sadieelizabeth631
My mom passed away when I was 7 years old. Her favorite singer was Alison. I listen to her everyday and she always makes me think about my mom💕 it makes me cry every time
@hollyfisher8811
Bless that Beautiful Memory, Sadie, and May it Bring Comfort Remembering Your Sweet Mama💖🙏...
@kevinjasper6620
Ken Wilson It keeps her mom with her and in her heart
@oliverwayne1797
I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. AS LONG AS YOU KEEP YOUR MOM IN YOUR HEART SHE IS NOT REALLY GONE.