You and Me Both
Arthur Russell Lyrics
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And if I try to be more than I am
Want to be strong in your arms
'Cause kissing you is something new for you and me both
I know it's more fun to give than to get
Learned it from you
Showing me why
Kissing you, something new for you and me both
I'm sure it's okay
We're feeling this good
And we can feel as good as we do
Want to keep on doing
Kissing you is something new
For you and me both
I know it's more fun to give than to get
Learned it from you
Showing me why
Want to be strong in your arms
Kissing you something new for you and me both
I'm sure I can do whatever you want
And if I try to be more than I am
Want to be strong in your arms
Kissing you is something new for you and me both
In the song "You and Me Both", Arthur Russell is expressing his willingness to do whatever his partner wants and be what she needs. He acknowledges that it's new for both of them to be kissing each other, but he wants to be strong in her arms. Russell explores the idea that it's more satisfying to give than to receive, and he's learned this from his partner, who has shown him why. He wants to keep kissing her, and he's confident that they can feel as good as they do. Russell repeats the lyrics, "kissing you is something new for you and me both", emphasizing the novelty and excitement in their relationship.
The song captures the feeling of being with someone new and exploring the boundaries of a new relationship. The repetition of the lyrics emphasizes the excitement and joy that Russell feels in this new connection. The powerful message of the song is the importance of giving to one's partner and learning from them. Russell is willing to be vulnerable and open to his new partner, showing that love does not need to follow any specific guidelines or rules.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm sure I can do whatever you want
I am confident that I am capable of fulfilling any desire you have
And if I try to be more than I am
If I attempt to exceed my current limitations
Want to be strong in your arms
I desire to feel safe and protected while being held by you
'Cause kissing you is something new for you and me both
We are experiencing a new, exciting romantic connection by sharing our first kisses together
I know it's more fun to give than to get
I am aware that the process of providing for others is more enjoyable than receiving for myself
Learned it from you
This outlook was instilled in me by your example
Showing me why
Your actions have taught me the reasoning behind this belief
We're feeling this good
Our current state of happiness is undeniable
And we can feel as good as we do
It is possible for us to continue feeling this level of joy
Want to keep on doing
I desire to maintain this positive experience
Kissing you is something new
Exchanging romantic kisses with you is a completely novel experience
For you and me both
We are both experiencing this brand new connection together
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@nismonolo
so hauntingly romantic.
@hausmix
Kero Kero Bonito brought me here from an interview @ KCSB. What an inspiring track! Thanks Gus : )
@rumenok
My favourite his song <3
@willschreitz7746
Love this track so much, this to me is what I want to hear in New York in the 80's
@clarencep90
This song is for you Stacy, I miss your love I wish you were here
@arefriendsaseptic
I'm not crying, why?
@streetlegalfilm4092
what is the deal? this is the first time I have ever heard this track. (you and me both), Honest Injun! I get it, unreleased but I have heard most of these other songs in some form, I guess if not on vinyl somewhere, or on a walkman, or on a master. Once I played one, m I dumb I thought it was some kind of silver novelty album. Kiss me Again was pink. Luckily I didn't do any damage. but I never heard this . Has this album been rereleased with more cuts. any way I was coming back from India, I stayed in London and my friend was playing John Martyn. When I got to NY. Arthur had all John Martyn's albums. I remember playing them. But that was before these songs. It was before Robert Wilson, Tower of Meaning I was still at AACM. Maybe he was doing Beckett or running The Kitchen,. This is a great track.
@TeslaDanser
Nice comment!
@jccs98
did you know Arthur back in the day?