Babies
Ashford Simpson Lyrics
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Who could blame us? That night I was so late coming in
Who could blame us? I couldn't explain exactly where I'd been
But your mama shouldn't have told you
Your mama shouldn't have told you
Babies were made in heaven
Who could blame us? We were so close I could hardly catch my breath
Who could blame us? The moment was real happiness
But your mama shouldn't have told you
Feelings come so strong too young
Feelings come and before long you're a victim
This love story is true it didn't change me and you
Who could blame us? Although it happened way back then
Who could blame us? We'll be together till the end
But your mama shouldn't have told you
Babies were made in heaven
Babies were made in heaven
Your mama shouldn't have told you
Your mama shouldn't have told you
Babies were made in heaven
Babies were made in heaven
Babies were made in heaven
Babies were made in heaven
The lyrics to Ashford & Simpson's song "Babies" tell the story of two young people falling in love and accidentally getting pregnant. The first verse sets up the innocence of the situation, as the singer points out that it was an easy mistake to make given the circumstances. The second verse introduces the idea that the singer's lover's mother disapproves of the situation because she believes babies should only be conceived in a holy place. The bridge acknowledges that young love can be intense and overpowering, and that it can lead to unexpected consequences. Finally, the chorus repeats the idea that the mother's belief about the divine origin of babies is misguided, but ultimately the couple is committed to each other and their child.
The song's lyrics offer a poignant commentary on the struggles that young couples face when they become parents before they are ready. The lyrics express the idea that it is unfair to judge a couple for making a mistake when they are in love, and that sometimes things happen that are best left unplanned. The melody of the song reinforces this idea, with its soothing, hypnotic rhythms and soulful, heartfelt vocals. The result is a powerful message about the transcendent power of love and its ability to overcome even the most difficult challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
It happened innocently you gave your love to me
Our love for each other began without any bad intentions
Who could blame us? That night I was so late coming in
It's understandable why we fell in love with each other given that I was returning home so late
Who could blame us? I couldn't explain exactly where I'd been
One can't really hate us for falling in love especially because I couldn't give you a clear reason for my lateness
But your mama shouldn't have told you
However, your mother should not have told you something about love to discourage you
Your mama shouldn't have told you
Your mother shouldn't have said anything to plant a seed of doubt in your mind
Babies were made in heaven
She should have rather spoken positively to you about the beauty of love
It was splendor in the grass it happened so fast
Our love was true and took root almost immediately
Who could blame us? We were so close I could hardly catch my breath
Given how intense our connection was, it's unreasonable for anyone to fault us for how we fell in love
Who could blame us? The moment was real happiness
The experience of being in love was pure bliss and we can't be reprimanded for it
Feelings come so strong too young
Emotional attachment occurs strongly even at a young age
Feelings come and before long you're a victim
Feelings take over you and sooner than later you become helpless to them
This love story is true it didn't change me and you
Our love remained constant and only grew stronger
Who could blame us? Although it happened way back then
Even with time, there is no fault in how we fell in love
We'll be together till the end
We will stick by each other no matter what
Babies were made in heaven
Nobody can explain the origin of love, but it is a beautiful thing that comes from above
Babies were made in heaven
A reminder that love is a divine creation filled with tender feelings
Your mama shouldn't have told you
Our love is pure and blameless, and there's no reason to be critical of it
Babies were made in heaven
Finally, love creates life and gives birth to beautiful creations on earth
Babies were made in heaven
Love is what brings forth the miracle of life
Babies were made in heaven
Love is magical and can create life even in mysterious ways
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: NICKOLAS ASHFORD, VALERIE SIMPSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Taralen
Nick Ashford was such a legendary musician.
Elizabeth Mohapi
WOW!! Good quality and beautiful video. OMG Nick's hair is still mesmerizing me to this day. He gracefully aged with his luscious locks. R.I.P Nick!! 💐💐
henry callaway
Awesome material from the good 'ole 80's.
Falana Jerido
Love their music
SHYE
OMG I've been waiting for years for someone to post this video...a million thanks!!!! Always loved watching this video on NY Hot Tracks BITD.
Cire Soprano
NYC Hot Tracks R. I. P. Carlos DeJesus
Marcelo
wow !! perfect !! thank you so much for this video !!!
Tara Wilson
I love there music
Loz Skez
Gosh. I remember watching my mom vhs tape of their album.
Falana Jerido
I never heard this and i am in love with it wow i will give it to alexa. She be playing it