Dont Look Back
A.S.M. Lyrics
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Here I am, stop where you standin'.
What you need is a lover, someone to take over.
Oh baby don't look any further.
Strange when you think of the chances
that we've both been in a state of mind.
Too cool to be careless. Looking for the right thing.
Tonight (tonight) we're gonna taste a little paradise.
Rockin' all night long. Rockin' all night long.
Daylight (daylight) I'll still be looking in your heavenly eyes.
Oh we rocked on and on and on.
Day o umba day o mambu ji ay o.
Don't look any further. Don't you look no furhter.
Day o umba day o na jam bay um bay o.
Don't look any further.
Someone to count on (someone to count on) in a world ever changin'.
Here I am, stop where you standin'.
What you need is a lover (you need a lover)
to love you all over (love you all over).
Oh baby don't look any further (further).
Tonight (tonight) we're gonna taste a little paradise.
Rock you night long. Rock me all night long.
Daylight (daylight) I'll still be looking in your heavenly eyes.
We'll go on and on and on.
Day o umba day o mambu ji ay o.
Don't look any further. Don't you look no furhter.
Day o umba day o na jam bay um bay o.
Don't look any further.
Day o umba day o mambu ji ay o.
Don't look any further. Don't you look no furhter.
Day o umba day o na jam bay um bay o.
Don't look any further.
Tonight (tonight) we're gonna taste a little paradise.
Rock you night long. Rock me all night long.
Daylight (daylight) I'll still be looking in your heavenly eyes.
We'll go on and on and on.
Day o umba day o mambu ji ay o.
Don't look any further. Don't you look no furhter.
Day o umba day o na jam bay um bay o.
Don't look any further.
The lyrics of A.S.M.'s "Don't Look Back" are about finding someone to love and count on in a continuously shifting world. The singer communicates that he is the lover people need and implores them not to look any further. He sings that they have both been in a state of mind, and he is not interested in being careless but looking for the right thing. The song's atmosphere is sexually charged, and the singer says that they are going to taste a little paradise tonight and go on all night long rocking each other. The chorus repeats the same phrase, telling the listener not to look any further, and the song closes with a repetition of the chorus and the refrain.
In the first two paragraphs, the singer is trying to convince the listener that he is the one they need, telling them not to look any further. He offers himself by saying that he is someone to count on in a constantly changing world. In the next few lines, the singer expresses the desire to find the right thing, implying a romantic love. The chorus repeats the phrase "don't look any further" with increasing intensity, implying that the listener will find what they are looking for in him.
The last paragraphs of the lyrics are where the song's atmosphere becomes more apparent. The singer talks about tasting paradise and rockin' all night long. The repetition of the chorus and the refrain suggests that the sexual energy will continue, and the part where the singer cries out "day o umba day o mambu ji ay o" adds to the song's sexual undertones. The use of African-sounding phrases in the refrain, combined with the funky beat and soulful singing, created a unique style.
Line by Line Meaning
Someone to count on in a world ever changin'.
In this constantly changing world, it's important to have someone you can rely on.
Here I am, stop where you standin'.
I'm here and ready for you, so don't hesitate to stop and notice me.
What you need is a lover, someone to take over.
What you really need is someone who loves you enough to take control and care for you.
Oh baby don't look any further.
I'm the one you've been searching for, so don't bother looking elsewhere.
Strange when you think of the chances that we've both been in a state of mind.
It's remarkable to consider that we've both been mentally prepared for a relationship at the same time.
Too cool to be careless. Looking for the right thing.
We're too smart to be reckless and we're both actively seeking the perfect match.
Tonight (tonight) we're gonna taste a little paradise. Rockin' all night long. Rockin' all night long.
Tonight we're going to enjoy a heavenly experience and dance the night away.
Daylight (daylight) I'll still be looking in your heavenly eyes. Oh we rocked on and on and on.
Even when the night ends, I'll still be looking into your beautiful eyes and reminiscing about our amazing time together.
Day o umba day o mambu ji ay o. Don't look any further. Don't you look no furhter. Day o umba day o na jam bay um bay o.
These repetitive phrases suggest that the message is simple and clear: don't look any further, because you've found what you're looking for.
Someone to count on (someone to count on) in a world ever changin'. Here I am, stop where you standin'.
The singer reiterates the importance of having someone to rely on, and confirms that they are available and ready.
What you need is a lover (you need a lover) to love you all over (love you all over). Oh baby don't look any further (further).
Once again, the singer asserts that they are the one the other person is looking for, and they are ready to love them fully.
Tonight (tonight) we're gonna taste a little paradise. Rock you night long. Rock me all night long.
The two of them will enjoy a blissful experience together, dancing and reveling throughout the night.
We'll go on and on and on.
Their love will continue to thrive and endure over time.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: FRANCINE VICKI GOLDE, DUANE S. HITCHINGS, DENNIS LAMBERT
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@jeffpepper1949
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@jeffpepper1949
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@MonsieurCKC
I clearly remember when I first listening this, it was on radio nova, and everybody in the car was smiling and moving their head to this incredible beat ! this made our day ! :D
@IntoxicCH
This is just brilliant! Can't wait to get the album. Nothing can stop the funk. Also, nice one for tagging Radio Nova =D Cheers from Switzerland
@guillaumedn9485
Magnifique clip et superbe chanson, continuez ainsi ! Butte aux cailles représente !!!!!!!!!
@29matou
Last night I went to a concert of a french rapper (Orelsan), and ASM has done the first part. I didn't know them, but I L-O-V-E-D it! They are amazing in live, they bring an atmosphere of ill! Plus they are very nice :p I have been fortunate to have talked to them after the concert, and they are very funny and sympatic! Love you guys <3 A new french fan !
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De la bombe, j'espère qu'ils vont sortir un nouvel album !
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@mrdeadpool8656
Masterpiece. Legendary.
@melanie63
Your live in St Nazaire was amazing!!!!!! You're incredible guys!!! (It's my fav song)
@MsHiphopnonstop
I love ASM! great video guys
@jim12000
Awesome clip ! And funky sound :D