Now, darling, this is my desire
To set your little old heart on fire
Do the things that lovers always do
So put your little hand in mine
I'll buy a diamond ring so fine
Then I'll build a bungalow for two

Closer, a little closer
Well, there ain't no use to stay so far away
So, darling, turn on all your charm
While I hold you in my arms
Let old Mother Nature have her way

Now my, baby, take a chance
'Cause I'm a-achin' for romance
I know that you were meant for me to love
You know your heart is beatin' fast
You know I'm a-gonna win at last
So cuddle up and be my turtle dove

Closer, a little closer
Well, there ain't no use to stay so far away
I'd like to touch your lips to mine
I'd like to win your love divine
Let old Mother Nature have her way

Closer, a little closer
There ain't no use to stay so far away
'Cause, baby, when I hold your hand
I feel just like a grown up man
Mother Nature says now that's the way

Overall Meaning

Let Old Mother Nature Have Her Way is a romantic country song performed by Carl Smith in 1951. The singer of the song expresses his ardent admiration for his lover and proposes to her. He promises to shower her with love and affection, buy her a diamond ring, build a bungalow for two, and fulfill all the desires of a couple in love. He encourages her to come closer and dance with him while he holds her in his arms. He insists that they let Mother Nature take its course and let love blossom without any inhibitions.

The song is an apt representation of the post-war period when romantic love and relationships were prioritized. The lyrics highlight the values of traditional romance where the man initiates and proposes, and the woman is expected to respond positively. The reference to "Mother Nature" signifies a natural attraction between the two individuals who come together in love. The song is an expression of a man's unbridled love and desire for his beloved, with no holds barred.

Line by Line Meaning

Now, darling, this is my desire
My love, I want to express my deepest affection for you

To set your little old heart on fire
My goal is to make your heart race with excitement and passion

Do the things that lovers always do
We should engage in all the sweet and romantic gestures typical of love

So put your little hand in mine
Please hold my hand, my dear

I'll buy a diamond ring so fine
I'll get you a beautiful diamond ring to show my dedication

Then I'll build a bungalow for two
I want us to live together in a cozy and intimate place

Closer, a little closer
Come closer to me, my love

Well, there ain't no use to stay so far away
There's no need for us to keep distance between us

So, darling, turn on all your charm
Please show me everything that makes you irresistible

While I hold you in my arms
I want to embrace you and feel your warmth

Let old Mother Nature have her way
Let's allow ourselves to be swept up in the natural force of our attraction

Now my, baby, take a chance
Please take a risk, my dear, and open yourself up to love

'Cause I'm a-achin' for romance
I'm longing for a romantic connection with you

I know that you were meant for me to love
I'm certain that fate brought us together for a reason

You know your heart is beatin' fast
I can tell that you're also excited and nervous

You know I'm a-gonna win at last
I'm confident that we will end up together

So cuddle up and be my turtle dove
Let's snuggle together and be each other's partner for life

I'd like to touch your lips to mine
I desire a passionate kiss from you

I'd like to win your love divine
I want to earn your love in a special and meaningful way

Closer, a little closer
I want us to be even closer, my love

There ain't no use to stay so far away
We should give in to our attraction and be closer together

'Cause, baby, when I hold your hand
When I hold your hand, I feel a deep connection to you

I feel just like a grown up man
You make me feel like a mature and responsible adult

Mother Nature says now that's the way
Our love is natural and right, just the way it is

Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Louie Clark, Loys Southerland

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@rosssoutherland8118

1y↑1

My uncle Leonard “Slick” Southerland wrote this. R.I.P. ❤️🙏🏻🎼

@rls303

4y↑2

Thanks

@donhathaway3234

1y↑1

As a kid, my dad played a compilation LP with songs from Ray Price, Carl Smith and Lefty Frizell. This was one of my favorites. I still have it and will throw it on the record player in my cellar when I’m down there working on something. Great song!