Situation
Yazoo Lyrics
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Moving through the doorway of a nation
Pick me up and shake the doubt
Baby I can't do without
Move out, don't mess around
Move out, you bring me down
Move out, how you get about
Don't make a sound just move out
I remember only for an hour
Move right through me can you feel the power
I don't know what's going on
It scares me but it won't be long
Move out, don't mess around
Move out, you bring me down
Move out, how you get about
Don't make a sound just move out
Now he's in control he is my lover
Nations stand against him he's your brother
Been a long time, been a long time now
I'll get to you somehow
Move out, don't mess around
Move out, you bring me down
Move out, how you get about
Don't make a sound just move out
Move out, don't mess around
Move out, you bring me down
Move out, how you get about
Don't make a sound just move out
The lyrics of Yazoo's song "Situation" seem to be about a relationship that is ending. The blue-eyed person being referred to is most likely the singer's ex-partner who was always dressed to impress, but now they are moving on from that relationship. The singer asks them to pick them up and shake off the doubt, but they know they can't do without them.
The chorus of the song is a command to move out and not mess around, as their actions bring the singer down. This could be interpreted as a message to the ex-partner to finally leave and move on. The singer talks about feeling scared and not knowing what's going on, but also feeling the power of their former lover's presence, which is something they will eventually overcome.
The last verse suggests that the ex-partner has moved on to another relationship, as they are now in control and the nations stand against him. The singer claims that, despite the time that has passed and the distance between them, they will eventually find a way to each other.
Overall, the lyrics of "Situation" capture the confusion, longing, and eventual acceptance that often come with the end of a significant relationship. The song is catchy, with a memorable melody and a driving beat that perfectly match the urgency and emotion of the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Blue eyed dressed for every situation
A confident person who is always ready to tackle any challenge.
Moving through the doorway of a nation
People who move forward into different territories.
Pick me up and shake the doubt
Getting rid of doubt and being hopeful.
Baby I can't do without
The love and support that someone cannot be without.
Move out, don't mess around
Do something quickly and decisively without hesitation.
Move out, you bring me down
Negative influences being left behind.
Move out, how you get about
Getting away without being noticed.
Don't make a sound just move out
Leaving quietly and remaining unnoticed.
I remember only for an hour
A momentary memory that doesn't last long.
Move right through me can you feel the power
Being empowered by someone or something's presence.
I don't know what's going on
Being unaware of the current situation.
It scares me but it won't be long
Moments of uncertainty that cause fear, but it will soon pass.
Now he's in control he is my lover
Being in love with someone who has control over the situation.
Nations stand against him he's your brother
When someone is being unjustly attacked, they find support from others.
Been a long time, been a long time now
The feeling of time passing slowly or that it has been awhile since something happened.
I'll get to you somehow
A promise to meet someone who is far away.
Move out, don't mess around
Do something quickly and decisively without hesitation.
Move out, you bring me down
Negative influences being left behind.
Move out, how you get about
Getting away without being noticed.
Don't make a sound just move out
Leaving quietly and remaining unnoticed.
Move out, don't mess around
Do something quickly and decisively without hesitation.
Move out, you bring me down
Negative influences being left behind.
Move out, how you get about
Getting away without being noticed.
Don't make a sound just move out
Leaving quietly and remaining unnoticed.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Alison Moyet, Vince Clarke
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Blue eyed dressed for every situation
Moving through the doorway of a nation
Pick me up and shake the doubt
Baby I can't do without
Don't mess around
You bring me down
How you get about
Don't make a sound, just move out
I remember only for an hour
Move right through me, can you feel the power?
I don't know what's going on
It scares me but it won't be long
Don't mess around
You bring me down
How you get about
Don't make a sound, just move out
Move out, move out
Move out
Move out, move out
Move out
Now he's in control, he is my lover
Nations stand against him, he's your brother
Been a long time, been a long time now
I'll get to you somehow
don't mess around
(Move out) you bring me down
(Move out) how you get about
Don't make a sound, just move out
don't mess around
(Move out) you bring me down
(Move out) how you get about
Don't make a sound, just move out
Move out, move out
Move out
don't mess around
(Move out) you bring me down
(Move out) how you get about
Don't make a sound, just move out
Now he's in control, he is my lover
Nations stand against him, he's your brother
Been a long time, been a long time now
I'll get to you somehow
don't mess around
(Move out) you bring me down
(Move out) how you get about
Don't make a sound, just move out
don't mess around
(Move out) you bring me down
(Move out) how you get about
Don't make a sound, just move out
@monicabush1
Get up and dance! gives me energy even at 61 :)
@stevep4300
Giving me energy at 64! Remember this song from back in my 20's! Great song!
@95KIPPIE
Same here!
@davedixon8314
Same! I’m 61 jamming in my kitchen
@Edward-op3yc
I'm 64. Still love 80s music
@carloselizondo7671
ME TOO LADIES!!!
@kdbublitz88
I swear, music from the 80s and 90s are the best..
@RL-Hydra9
Agreed
@davidm2168
In every genre of music.. 80s and 90s music was the best, from pop, to rock, to reggae/dance hall to hip hop.. The best music! I challenge anyone to disagree.
@FranciscoPerez-dv5my
Yes indeed