Among 38 Special's best-known songs are "Caught Up in You" (1982) and "If I'd Been the One" (1983), both of which hit #1 on Billboard magazine's album rock chart, as well as "Second Chance" (1989), a #1 hit on Billboard's adult contemporary chart. According to Songfacts, it was the biggest Adult Contemporary hit of 1989. Other popular singles include "Hold On Loosely" (1981), "Fantasy Girl" (1981), "Back Where You Belong" (1984), and "Somebody Like You" (1986). These and other tracks are often played on classic rock radio stations.
After achieving three platinum albums and one gold album in the 80s, their popularity waned over the 90s-- although their 1997 single "Fade to Blue" hit #37 on the mainstream rock chart. More recently, the group's music came back into prominence after being featured in the 2001 cult classic comedy film 'Super Troopers', with songs such as "Trooper With An Attitude". They continue to tour to audiences in the American south and beyond.
The current lineup is comprised of vocalist Donnie Van Zant, guitarists Don Barnes and Danny Chauncey, bassist Larry Junstrom, keyboardist Bobby Capps, and drummer Gary Moffatt. Recently, both Donnie Van Zant and little brother Johnnie (the current frontman of Lynyrd Skynyrd) have joined forces as Van Zant and have released an album with another in the works.
Signs of Love
.38 Special Lyrics
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Like a song on the wind
And I sensed a new beginning
The way the light had caught your hair
I couldn't help but stare
And I could tell what you were thinking
Maybe I'm high but I don't get high anymore
Not 'til you come through the door
The words I've been rehearsing are so easy to forget
Falling like a stone flying like a jet
And I'm losin' control losin' control.
Chorus:
It's the signs of love
It's the signs of love
It's the signs of love
And I got it bad
I been hangin' out on your street
Just hoping for the chance to meet ya
As if I'd know what to say if I did
But luck you come on by
I see that look in your eye
And I can tell what you're thinkin'
Maybe I'm high
But I don't get high anymore
Not 'til you come through the door
Chorus:
Send me a message tell me what to do
You can be honest but please don't be cruel babe
Send me a message tell me what to say
I got it bad yea I got it bad
Send me a message tell me what to do
You can be honest but please don't be cruel
There's only so much I can play the fool
And I'm losin' control losin' control
Chorus:
Send me a message tell me what to do
You can be honest but please don't be cruel babe
Send me a message tell me what to say
Let's get together please don't run away
It's the signs
Send me a message, Send me a message, Send me a message
Maybe I'm high let's get together
It's the signs, It's the signs, It's the signs
The lyrics of “Signs Of Love” by .38 Special starts with the singer describing the moment they met someone who might be the one for them. When the person walked in, they felt a sense of new beginnings, indicating that the person might be what was missing from their life. They found themselves unable to stop staring and could tell what the other person was thinking. The singer mentions that they haven't gotten high in a while but feel that way when the other person is around, indicating an intense attraction.
In the chorus, the singer admits that they have it bad and that these feelings are the "signs of love." They have been trying to find excuses to run into the person, and when they finally do, they have trouble finding the right words. They plead with the other person to tell them what to say or do, hoping to get together.
Line by Line Meaning
You walked into the room last night
Your entrance into the room was unforgettable and noticeable
Like a song on the wind
You entered the room gracefully and melodiously like a song on the wind
And I sensed a new beginning
I had a feeling that a new chapter of my life is about to start due to your arrival
The way the light had caught your hair
The way the light shone on your hair made you look beautiful and intriguing
I couldn't help but stare
You captivated my attention and I couldn't take my eyes off you
And I could tell what you were thinking
I could sense your thoughts and emotions, and it made me more interested in you
Maybe I'm high but I don't get high anymore
I feel so high because of your presence, yet I don't use drugs anymore
Not 'til you come through the door
I only feel alive and excited when you're around, not when I'm using drugs
The room starts spinning and my hands begin to sweat
Your presence makes me nervous and anxious in a good way
The words I've been rehearsing are so easy to forget
I often rehearse what I want to say to you, but in your presence, my rehearsed lines don't seem to matter anymore
Falling like a stone flying like a jet
My emotions are rapidly changing from being grounded to being soaring high because of you
And I'm losin' control losin' control.
You have a hold on me and I'm losing control of my emotions and actions
Chorus:
This is the chorus of the song
It's the signs of love
My emotions and actions are signs that I'm falling in love with you
And I got it bad
I'm completely and deeply in love with you
I been hangin' out on your street
I've been waiting and hoping to see you around your street
Just hoping for the chance to meet ya
I'm wishing for the opportunity to meet and talk to you
As if I'd know what to say if I did
I'm not even sure what I would say if I got the chance to talk to you
But luck you come on by
Luckily, you came by just as I was hoping to see you
I see that look in your eye
I sense that you're also interested in me through the way you look at me
And I can tell what you're thinkin'
I can feel and understand your thoughts and emotions towards me
Send me a message tell me what to do
I'm asking for your guidance and direction on what I should do next
You can be honest but please don't be cruel babe
I'm asking you to be truthful with me, but please don't be hurtful
Send me a message tell me what to say
I need your help to know what to say and how to communicate my feelings to you
Let's get together please don't run away
I'm hoping that we can be together and that you won't reject or run away from me
There's only so much I can play the fool
I can only act foolishly and pretend that I'm not in love for so long
And I'm losin' control losin' control
You have a strong hold on me and I'm losing control of my emotions and actions
Send me a message, Send me a message, Send me a message
I'm eagerly waiting for your message and guidance
Maybe I'm high let's get together
I feel so high and emotionally attached to you, let's be together
It's the signs, It's the signs, It's the signs
These are the signs and indications that I'm falling in love with you
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