Slow Down
°¬ÀòÎ÷Ñǿ˹Alicia Keys Lyrics
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Maybe you should know what's on my mind
Ooh, baby I'm feeling out situation
Its gettin' stronger and we're on it
But I gotta take my time
See there's so much about you that I want to explore
Physical attraction we just can't ignore it
I gotta really make sure that I'm sure
Slow down babe
Lets take our time (slow down babe)
Slow down babe
If you don't mind (babe slow down)
Slow down babe
Before we make this move
Slow down babe (before we make this move)
Baby slow down (I think it's really to soon)
Ooh baby i'ts like I've known you forever
My medulla obligata
Is electrified
Ooh baby
Whenever were alone together
I'm bout' to explode and it feels so right
But I gotta take my time
See there's so much about you that I want to explore
Physical attraction we just can't ignore it
But before we go to far across the line
I gotta really make sure that I'm sure
Slow down babe
Lets take our time (slow down babe)
Slow down babe (slow down babe)
If you don't mind (babe slow down)
Slow down babe
Before we make this move (I'm feeling good too)
Slow down babe (but before we make this move)
Baby slow down (I think it's really to soon, soon)
See I know what is best cause I've been there before
Gave myself to someone for all the wrong reasons (reasons)
But this time around I don't want to do that again
I just want to make this the way that I've dreamed of
So baby you got to
Slow down babe (I'm feeling you)
Lets take our time (ya feeling me too)
Slow down babe
If you don't mind (no, it's really too soon)
Slow down babe (slow down babe)
Before we make this move
Slow down babe
Baby slow down (I think it's really to soon yeah)
Slow down
You got to slow down
You got to slow down
Babe slow down
You got to slow down
You got to slow down
You got to slow down
In Alicia Keys' song Slow Down, she is expressing her desire to explore a physical relationship with someone while reminding them that they need to slow down and take their time. Alicia feels a strong connection to this person and her attraction to them is growing stronger every day, but she wants to make sure that they are on the same page before they take things further. She acknowledges the physical attraction between them and admits that they can't ignore it, but before they cross a line that may be too soon, they need to take their time and explore their feelings for each other more deeply.
Alicia references her medulla oblongata, which is a part of the brainstem that controls automatic functions like breathing and heart rate. This could symbolize the intense physical reaction that she has to being around this person. She also touches on her past mistakes in relationships and how she doesn't want to make the same ones again. By urging her partner to slow down, she is showing that she values their connection and wants it to be something special.
Overall, this song advocates for taking things slow in a relationship and not rushing into physical intimacy before both parties are truly ready. Alicia Keys' beautiful voice and thoughtful lyrics make this song a beautiful ode to romantic caution.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, ooh baby there's something that I gotta tell you
I have something important to say to you
Maybe you should know what's on my mind
I think you should be aware of my thoughts
Ooh, baby I'm feeling out situation
I'm evaluating our current state
Its gettin' stronger and we're on it
Our connection is intensifying
But I gotta take my time
I need to proceed at a deliberate pace
See there's so much about you that I want to explore
I want to learn more about you
Physical attraction we just can't ignore it
Our chemistry can't be overlooked
But before we go to far across the line
I don't want to rush into anything
I gotta really make sure that I'm sure
I need to be certain before moving forward
Slow down babe
Let's take our time
Lets take our time (slow down babe)
We shouldn't rush
If you don't mind (babe slow down)
I hope you're okay with slowing down
Before we make this move
We shouldn't act impulsively
Baby slow down (I think it's really to soon)
I believe we're moving too fast
Ooh baby i'ts like I've known you forever
Our connection feels deep and long-lasting
My medulla obligata
The part of my brain responsible for romantic attraction
Is electrified
Is intensely stimulated
Whenever were alone together
In private moments
I'm bout' to explode and it feels so right
I'm overwhelmed with desire and it feels natural
See there's so much about you that I want to explore
I have a strong desire to learn more about you
Physical attraction we just can't ignore it
Our physical attraction is undeniable
Before we go to far across the line
I don't want us to act recklessly
I gotta really make sure that I'm sure
I need to be certain before making any decisions
See I know what is best cause I've been there before
I've learned from past mistakes
Gave myself to someone for all the wrong reasons (reasons)
I've been in relationships for the wrong reasons in the past
But this time around I don't want to do that again
I want to be more intentional and thoughtful this time
I just want to make this the way that I've dreamed of
I want to have a relationship that meets my expectations
So baby you got to
You need to help me slow down
Slow down
Let's take a breather
You got to slow down
You need to help me proceed at a reasonable pace
Babe slow down
My dear, we should slow down
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, A SIDE MUSIC LLC D/B/A MODERN WORKS MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: ALICIA AUGELLO-COOK, PAUL L GREEN, ERIKA ROSE, KUMASI HILLARD
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