"Move in My Direction" is a song written by British duo Bananarama, David C… Read Full Bio ↴"Move in My Direction" is a song written by British duo Bananarama, David Clewett and Ivar Lisinski for Bananarama's ninth studio album Drama (2005). The song was produced by Mute 8 and received a mixed reception from music critics. It was released as the first single only July 25, 2005 and reached number four in Israel and number fourteen in the United Kingdom, becoming the duo's first top forty hit in twelve years. In the U.S., "Move in My Direction" was not promoted as a single until after the number two dance club success of follow-up single "Look on the Floor (Hypnotic Tango)". In August 2006 "Move in My Direction" entered the U.S. Hot Dance Club Play chart, more than a year after its initial UK release.

The music video features the two girls dressed up in fancy dresses while wandering listlessly by a busy road and sitting on a couch in an abandoned urban lot. Their shots are intercut with scenes of dancers performing dances ranging from tango to ballroom to breakdancing. Music video directed by Phil Griffin.

Move In My Direction
Bananarama Lyrics

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It's been seven days since my last confession
And I really don't know where to begin
I should have called a taxi
Should have gone straight home
But we could just stay here and know one will know

Move in my direction, I'll show you where to go
Won't you move in my direction

Real slow
Won't you move in my direction, I'll show you where to go
Won't you move in my direction
Real slow

Don't you know that you are my fascination
And I just can't wait to do it all again
I Should have left the party
Should have left alone
But I want you too much I couldn't say no

Move in my direction, I'll show you where to go
Won't you move in my direction
Real slow
Won't you move in my direction
(No one knows)
I'll show you where to go
(IÂ´m not comin' home tonight)
Won't you move in my direction
(Why does wrong)
Real slow
(Feel so right)

Why does wrong feel so right

Move in my direction, I'll show you where to go
Won't you move in my direction
Real slow
Won't you move in my direction
(No one knows)
I'll show you where to go
(IÂ´m not comin' home tonight)
Won't you move in my direction
(Why does wrong)
Real slow
(Feel so right)

Move in my direction
(No one knows)
I'll show you where to go
(IÂ´m not comin' home tonight)
Won't you move in my direction
(Why does wrong)

Real slow
(Feel so right)

Overall Meaning

The song "Move In My Direction" by Bananarama is about a moment of temptation between two people who are attracted to each other. The first verse describes how the singer has been away for a week and is unsure how to confess her feelings to the other person. She regrets not leaving the party earlier and going home straight away, but now she is torn between doing the right thing and giving in to her desires. The chorus then becomes a plea for the other person to move closer, to give in to the attraction, with promises to guide them in the right direction. The second verse recounts being fascinated by the other person and unable to resist them, even though she knows it's a mistake. The chorus repeats, with increasing urgency and a hint of desperation.

The song is about the thrill of being tempted, the pleasure of giving into desire, and the risk of getting caught. It's a delicate balance between enjoying the moment and being responsible for one's actions. The lyrics suggest that although the singer knows what she is doing is wrong, she cannot resist, and the pull of attraction is too strong. The song's catchy melody and danceable beat contrast with the darker lyrics, creating an irresistible track that captures the essence of 80s pop music.

Line by Line Meaning

It's been seven days since my last confession
It's been a while since I last talked to you

And I really don't know where to begin
I don't know how to start this conversation

I should have called a taxi
I should have left when I had the chance

Should have gone straight home
Instead of staying out too late

But we could just stay here and know one will know
We could just stay here and keep our secrets hidden

Move in my direction, I'll show you where to go
Follow my lead and I'll guide you to where we need to be

Won't you move in my direction
Can't you see I want you to come closer to me?

Real slow
Let's take our time with this

Don't you know that you are my fascination
Don't you know how much I am interested in you?

And I just can't wait to do it all again
I can't wait for us to be together again

I Should have left the party
I should have gone home when I had the chance

Should have left alone
Instead of staying and getting into trouble

But I want you too much I couldn't say no
But I am too attracted to you to refuse your advances

(No one knows)
Let's keep this a secret between us

I'll show you where to go
I'll lead the way

(I'm not comin' home tonight)
I won't be going home tonight

(Why does wrong)
Why does it feel like we are doing something bad

Feel so right
But it feels so good

Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: DAVID CLEWETT, IVAR JAN LISINSKI, KEREN JANE WOODWARD, SARAH ELIZABETH DALLIN

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