Never Make Your Move Too Soon feat. Roger Daltrey
B.B King and friends Lyrics
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Thought you would wonder where I am
Rang our number all night long
It`s no comfort on the telephone
Ran out and caught a midnight flight
Thought a little love would make everything all right
The landlord said, "You moved away"
And left me all your bills to pay"
Left me with a Keno card
This life in Vegas sure ain`t hard
I ran it up to about fifty grand
Cashed it in and held it in my hand
That kind of word can get around
And make a lost love come up found
I hear you knocking baby at my door
But you know you ain`t living here no more
It`s too bad
I think you made your move too soon
I`ve been from Spain to Tokyo
From Africa to Ohio
I never tried to make the news
I`m just a man who plays the blues
I take my lovin` everywhere
I came back, and they still care you know
One love ahead
One love behind
One in my arms and one on my mind
It`s one thing baby
I never make my move too soon
I`ve been from Spain to Tokyo
From Africa to Ohio
I never tried to make the news
I`m just a man who plays the blues
I take my lovin` everywhere
I come back, you know they still all care
One love ahead and one behind
One in my arms you know, one on my mind
And it`s one thing people
I never make my move too soon
In the song "Never Make Your Move Too Soon" by B.B King and friends featuring Roger Daltrey, the lyrics depict a narrative of a relationship gone sour due to hasty decisions and miscommunication. The singer, who seems to be traveling away from home, encounters a situation where their partner appears to have left abruptly without informing them, leading to a sense of abandonment and financial burden with bills left unpaid. The feeling of betrayal and the realization that the partner may have acted impulsively or prematurely is emphasized with the cautionary phrase "Look out baby, you might have made your move too soon", suggesting that rushing into decisions can have negative consequences.
As the narrative progresses, we learn that the singer finds unexpected luck in Las Vegas, winning a significant amount of money through gambling. Despite this stroke of fortune, the singer remains emotionally detached and unconvinced of the partner's sincerity, as indicated by the line "I hear you knocking baby at my door, but you know you ain't living here no more". The juxtaposition of financial success with emotional turmoil further highlights the theme of timing and consequences in relationships, underscoring the idea that actions can have lasting effects even after a significant change in circumstances.
The lyrics then transition to a broader reflection on the singer's life experiences, detailing their travels from different parts of the world and their dedication to music as a blues musician. Despite the ups and downs of life on the road, the singer remains steadfast in their passion for music and love, expressing a sense of resilience and adaptability. The repetition of the refrain "I never make my move too soon" serves as a mantra emphasizing the importance of thoughtful decision-making and staying true to oneself amidst life's challenges.
Overall, "Never Make Your Move Too Soon" conveys a message of caution, resilience, and introspection in the face of personal and relational turbulence. Through the singer's journey of self-discovery and navigation through love and loss, the lyrics encourage listeners to consider the consequences of their actions, cherish meaningful connections, and maintain a sense of authenticity and purpose in their endeavors.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Nesbert Jr. Hooper, Will Jennings
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