A lot of bands meet as kids at school. Others come together after an over-enthusiastic conversation about music at some random party. Aluna Francis and George Reid however, met through the internet.
While their online encounter is more MySpace than Match.com, it was in fact through a mutual respect for each other's work that led them to go on to form AlunaGeorge. Now together for just barely a year, the talented duo have been churning out a series of infectious mixes which fuse Francis' sweet vocal harmonies with the hushed electronic stylings courtesy of Reid.
Having already caught the attention of Rob da Bank who championed their initial collaboration Sweetheart on Radio 1; they've since succeeded in initially tapping the American market having had a track featured in the US series of Skins earlier this year. Now this month sees the release of their debut AA single Analyser/ We Are Chosen, two impressively mastered melodies of sensual synths complemented by Francis' contagious vocals which evoke notions of the likes of Shanks and Bigfoot, yet at the same time remain utterly unique.
Just A Touch
AlunaGeorge Lyrics
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But don't take it as an open invitation to try
Cuz I'm just hopin' this time that it's all in my mind
I won't find that there's anything to worry 'bout
I want you to be yourself, I love it when I see you having fun
I don't wanna be your shadow, sadness taken away the sun
And you can call me a fool, but I just wanna see my baby smile
It's just a touch, so baby I don't want to know
It's just too much, so baby you don't need to show
It's just a touch, been cool to be friends
So, till we meet next time, till we meet next time
You think I'm cold as ice, I'm just not easy to burn
But don't turn me into someone who'll break down and cry
Let's get this thing on the line, keep it simple somehow
There's no need, for fixing what's not broken now
I want you to be yourself, I love it when I see you having fun
I don't wanna be your shadow, sadness taken away the sun
And you can call me a fool, but I just wanna see my baby smile
I don't wanna kill the mood, I don't care if I'm in denial
It's just a touch, so baby I don't want to know
It's just too much, so baby you don't need to show
It's just a touch, been cool to be friends
So, till we meet next time, till we meet next time
I know jealousy is wrong, but the feeling's too strong
And it takes me too long to believe it's not real
So if it's innocent, don't push me into it
Cuz I can't handle it, if you're only teasing
It's just a touch, so baby I don't want to know
It's just too much, so baby you don't need to show
It's just a touch, been cool to be friends
So, till we meet next time, till we meet next time
The lyrics of AlunaGeorge's song "Just a Touch" delve into the complexities of relationships and how the fear of losing someone can impact one's behavior. The opening line "I'm not hard as a rock, I'm just not easy to break" suggests that the persona is afraid of showing vulnerability and getting hurt. They warn their partner not to mistake this as an invitation to try and break them down. The line "Let's get this thing on the line, keep it simple somehow" implies that the persona wants to establish boundaries and make things clear between them to avoid confusion and unnecessary drama.
The second verse addresses the persona's desire for their partner to be happy and free to be themselves. The line "I don't wanna be your shadow, sadness taken away the sun" suggests that the persona does not want to stifle their partner or bring negativity to their life. The chorus "It's just a touch, so baby I don't want to know, it's just too much, so baby you don't need to show" implies that the persona is willing to overlook certain things and maintain a level of detachment in the relationship. They don't want to know everything or see everything, and they are satisfied with just a small amount of intimacy.
The final verse addresses the persona's jealousy and how difficult it is for them to control. "I know jealousy is wrong, but the feeling's too strong" suggests that the persona is aware that their jealousy is irrational, but they can't help feeling that way. The line "If it's innocent, don't push me into it, cuz I can't handle it, if you're only teasing" implies that the persona doesn't want to be misled or teased, and they want their partner to be honest and transparent with them.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm not hard as a rock, I'm just not easy to break
I may seem tough but I am not easy to manipulate or break
But don't take it as an open invitation to try
However, do not take this as an opportunity to try and break me
Cuz I'm just hopin' this time that it's all in my mind
I am hoping that my concerns are just a product of my overthinking
I won't find that there's anything to worry 'bout
I will not find anything to worry about if I maintain this positive attitude
I want you to be yourself, I love it when I see you having fun
I value your authenticity and enjoy seeing you happy and carefree
I don't wanna be your shadow, sadness taken away the sun
I do not want to overshadow you or bring you any sadness
And you can call me a fool, but I just wanna see my baby smile
Others may judge me, but I simply want to see you happy and smiling
I don't wanna kill the mood, I don't care if I'm in denial
I do not want to ruin the atmosphere and do not mind ignoring reality to preserve positivity
It's just a touch, so baby I don't want to know
This interaction is only a small gesture, and I do not need to know any further information
It's just too much, so baby you don't need to show
This situation may be overwhelming, and I do not need to see any further demonstration
It's just a touch, been cool to be friends
We can keep things casual and continue to be friends
So, till we meet next time, till we meet next time
Until we see each other again, this is the understanding we will maintain
You think I'm cold as ice, I'm just not easy to burn
You may perceive me as unfeeling, but I am guarded and not easily hurt
But don't turn me into someone who'll break down and cry
I do not want you to push me to the point of emotional vulnerability and breakdown
Let's get this thing on the line, keep it simple somehow
Let's keep our relationship straightforward and uncomplicated
There's no need, for fixing what's not broken now
There is no reason to try to improve something that is currently functioning well
I know jealousy is wrong, but the feeling's too strong
I recognize that jealousy is not a positive emotion, but it is difficult for me to control
And it takes me too long to believe it's not real
It takes me a long time to convince myself that my jealousy is unfounded
So if it's innocent, don't push me into it
If there is truly nothing to be jealous about, do not try to force me into those negative feelings
Cuz I can't handle it, if you're only teasing
Teasing me about things that I am sensitive about will only cause me more distress
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ALUNA DEWJI-FRANCIS, GEORGE REID
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Larissa Patrocinio
I'm not hard as a rock, I'm just not easy to break
But don't take it as an open invitation to try
Cuz I'm just hopin' this time that it's all in my mind
I won't find that there's anything to worry 'bout
I want you to be yourself, I love it when I see you having fun
I don't wanna be your shadow, sadness taken away the sun
And you can call me a fool, but I just wanna see my baby smile
I don't wanna kill the mood, I don't care if I'm in denial
It's just a touch, so baby I don't want to know
It's just too much, so baby you don't need to show
It's just a touch, been cool to be friends
So, till we meet next time, till we meet next time
You think I'm cold as ice, I'm just not easy to find
But don't turn me into someone who'll break down and cry
Let's get this thing on the line, keep it simple somehow
There's no need, for fixing what's not broken now
I want you to be yourself, I love it when I see you having fun
I don't wanna be your shadow, sadness taken away the sun
And you can call me a fool, but I just wanna see my baby smile
I don't wanna kill the mood, I don't care if I'm in denial
It's just a touch, so baby I don't want to know
It's just too much, so baby you don't need to show
It's just a touch, been cool to be friends
So, till we meet next time, till we meet next time
I know jealousy is wrong, but the feeling's too strong
And it takes me too long to believe it's not real
So if it's innocent, don't push me into it
Cuz I can't handle it, if you're only teasing
It's just a touch, so baby I don't want to know
It's just too much, so baby you don't need to show
It's just a touch, been cool to be friends
So, till we meet next time, till we meet next time
StrengthMindset
I love this whole album! AlunaGeorge is such a great musical pairing!!! I love Aluna's beautiful softly loud voice and George needs hella props too! His beats and instrumentals are so intricate and tasteful! I don't know if they're a couple, but either way, they work awesome together! The music videos for EVERY SINGLE SONG i've seen are ALL FANTASTIC and so creatively unique!!! I LOVE this song! I'm excited and hope to see a Kaleidoscope Love video :) That'd be awesome. Go AlunaGeorge!!!
Ale Sae
I fucking love everything about this group. George is so freaking amazing with those beats.
Nicholas Pestana
Esses dois são simplesmente incríveis! Não têm nenhuma música ruim!
Goddess Melanin
This beat is SICK!!!!! Well done George. Aluna's voice is angelic <3
Louise Taylaa x
Her voice is actually amazing! Can't get enough of it!
milton martins
her voice is as unique as the beats love it!!!
THICKLIPBITCH
Can't get enough of their sound.
RetroRecreation
Major love for these two! Such a good song
Ellie Jones
Love her beats and her voice~!
NJ
Can't get enough of this song!!