Getting There
Bacon Brothers Lyrics
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I'm a man who likes to take his time
In the ways of love
Long gone that's where I am
When push comes to shove
But when I first laid eyes on you
My heart began to race
And I can't take the pace
Chorus
Cause you tell me I don't love you
You say I'll never care
Maybe I don't love you no no
But I'm getting there
Oh girl I'm getting there
You're the kind of woman
Who likes to take a chance
My friends keep saying go man
But I don't know this dance
Dizzy dazed and out of sorts
And almost out of time
Now this whole thing's out of control
And I'm out of my mind
Chorus
There you go again flashing those sexy eyes
Are you trying to ruin my day
I remember when my heart's disguise finally fell
And then you tell me
Chorus
The Bacon Brothers' song "Getting There" is a lyrical portrayal of a man who is slowly falling in love with a woman but is hesitant to fully admit it. He explains that he usually takes his time with love, but when he first laid eyes on her, his heart began to race. However, he is still struggling to come to terms with his feelings and is hesitant to fully commit, which causes the woman to doubt his love. The chorus repeats the sentiment that he may not love her yet, but he's "getting there."
The verses in the song illustrate the internal conflict that the singer is experiencing. He is drawn to the woman's adventurous nature, but he is unsure of the consequences of taking a chance with her. Additionally, he feels like he's running out of time, and the situation is spiraling out of control as his feelings continue to intensify. The woman's alluring gaze only adds to the confusion he feels, and he is forced to confront his emotions.
Overall, "Getting There" is a heartfelt portrayal of the complexities of romantic attachment, where a person struggles to come to terms with their feelings and whether they are ready to take a chance on love.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm a man who likes to take his time
I prefer not to rush into things
In the ways of love
especially in matters of romance
Long gone that's where I am
I'm not in a rush to get into a serious relationship
When push comes to shove
when pressure mounts
But when I first laid eyes on you
but upon seeing you for the first time
My heart began to race
my heart started beating faster
Now this whole things out of control
now everything is beyond control
And I can't take the pace
and I find it hard to keep up
Cause you tell me I don't love you
because you say I don't love you
You say I'll never care
you believe that I'll never be invested in you
Maybe I don't love you no no
perhaps I don't love you just yet
But I'm getting there
but I'm working on it
Oh girl I'm getting there
oh girl, I'm progressing in my feelings for you
You're the kind of woman
you have the kind of personality
Who likes to take a chance
who enjoys taking risks
My friends keep saying go man
my friends keep encouraging me to pursue you
But I don't know this dance
but I'm not sure how this will play out
Dizzy dazed and out of sorts
feeling woozy, confused and out of place
And almost out of time
and time is running out
There you go again flashing those sexy eyes
you are once again captivating me with your seductive stare
Are you trying to ruin my day
are you intentionally trying to throw me off balance?
I remember when my heart's disguise finally fell
I recollect when I finally let my guard down
And then you tell me
only for you to point out
Chorus
repeating the main message of the song
Writer(s): TERRI LYNNE CLARK, GARY SCOTT BURR
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