Fine Line
Barry Gibb Lyrics


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Now I like the way you move
Anyway that you make it work
And you offer something new
And the doorway is open for me

Now a man needs a woman
And I know that for me is true
And life, we got too much reality
There's gotta be other things to do

Me electrify you
Simply mystify you
Very strange but nice

Now somebody wrong
And somebody right
And somebody knows
it's neither one thing or the other

It's a fine line
between taking and giving
It's a fine line

It's fine line
between dancing and making love
It's a fine line

I can see the possibility
Anyway that you wanna be
We all got secret emotions
Anytime after the midnight hour

Now love, don't get short on the action
Anyway you got the energy
My heart is a part of the plans you made
You're the star of my sexual fantasy

Me electrify you
Simply mystify you
Hope you stay all night

I'll have you for dinner
or breakfast in bed

Either way I get you
for the worse or for the better

It's a fine line
between taking and giving
It's a fine line

It's a fine line
between dancing and making love
It's a fine line

Oh oh

It's wild, it's weird, it's what we think about
This ain't no strip, club, shame on you 'cause
you know somebody that got a bead on what you need
Don't sacrifice your love
You analyze, don't minimize
what only you can rise above

Now, I know that, don't you think
I know you're watching me
You got no claim to make
Well, that's no excuse
And know the truth
You got brain drain, long as there's a game to play
Sad, but there's only one fool to blame

It's a fine line, fine line

You don't think my love should tie you down
I say love can turn your groove around
Watch me please you
Watch me play your game
Someday love will make your water flow





It's a fine line, fine line

Overall Meaning

The song "Fine Line" by Barry Gibb talks about the fine line between taking and giving, dancing and making love. The lyrics suggest that there are many different ways to express love and passion with someone, but ultimately, finding the right balance is crucial. The singer expresses his admiration for a woman's moves and offers to explore new possibilities with her. The lyrics also imply that love is not just physical but also emotional and mental, and it is essential to nurture it in all aspects.


The chorus highlights the notion that love is a delicate balance that should not be taken for granted. The singer emphasizes that love is a fine line and that one must be careful not to step over it. The lyrics offer a glimpse into the complexities of love and the different perspectives people have when it comes to navigating its nuances. The verses suggest that love is multifaceted, and people express it in different ways, but it always centers around the balance between taking and giving, dancing and making love.


Overall, "Fine Line" is a song that explores the different angles of love and passion, the balance required to nurture it, and the many forms it can take. It is a reminder that even though love can be complex, it is worth the effort to navigate its intricacies and find the balance that works.


Line by Line Meaning

Now I like the way you move
I am attracted to the way you carry yourself physically.


Anyway that you make it work
Regardless of the manner in which you move, it is attractive to me.


And you offer something new
There is a uniqueness about you that draws me in.


And the doorway is open for me
It seems like you are receptive to me and this relationship.


Now a man needs a woman
As a man, I believe that companionship is a fundamental need.


And I know that for me is true
I am certain that I require female companionship for my wellbeing.


And life, we got too much reality
The struggles of life are too much to bear, so we need each other to persevere.


There's gotta be other things to do
There must be other means of achieving happiness besides combating the hardships of life.


Me electrify you
I hope to stimulate and excite you.


Simply mystify you
I aim to cause you to be amazed and puzzled in a pleasing way.


Very strange but nice
The feeling I hope to produce in you is unusual, but enjoyable nonetheless.


Now somebody wrong
In any given disagreement, someone is at fault.


And somebody right
However, someone is also correct in their perspective.


And somebody knows
There is someone who understands the nature of the dispute.


it's neither one thing or the other
Ultimately, the situation is not black and white but rather nuanced.


It's a fine line
There is a subtle distinction in this situation.


between taking and giving
The difference is between being selfish or selfless.


It's fine line
It's a delicate balance.


between dancing and making love
There is a subtle difference between merely dancing and truly making love.


I can see the possibility
I can envision a future where we explore our passion.


Anyway that you wanna be
I am accepting of you in whichever way you choose to present yourself.


We all got secret emotions
Everyone has feelings that they would prefer to keep private.


Anytime after the midnight hour
I am willing to be available for you late into the night, when desires run deep.


Now love, don't get short on the action
I don't want our love to wane or become uninteresting.


Anyway you got the energy
I know you have the stamina and spirit to keep our love exciting.


My heart is a part of the plans you made
I am eager to participate in your future dreams and goals.


You're the star of my sexual fantasy
You are front and center in my primal desires.


Hope you stay all night
I desire you to be with me for an extended period.


I'll have you for dinner
I want to enjoy a romantic meal with you.


or breakfast in bed
Alternatively, I could serve you breakfast in bed.


Either way I get you
Regardless of the meal, I will have the pleasure of your company.


for the worse or for the better
I am accepting of wherever this relationship takes us.


It's wild, it's weird, it's what we think about
Our love is unconventional, but that is what makes it special.


This ain't no strip, club, shame on you 'cause
This isn't a situation where you should feel any shame or embarrassment.


you know somebody that got a bead on what you need
You know someone who understands your desires and wants.


Don't sacrifice your love
Don't compromise your true feelings.


You analyze, don't minimize
When contemplating your emotions, take time to understand them without diminishing their importance.


what only you can rise above
Don't allow anything to discourage you from what you know you can overcome.


Now, I know that, don't you think
I am aware of your thoughts even if you haven't explicitly told me.


I know you're watching me
I am aware of your attention towards me.


You got no claim to make
You don't have any ownership over me or my actions.


Well, that's no excuse
Your lack of a claim over me is not a valid reason to dismiss my actions.


And know the truth
Understand the reality of the situation.


You got brain drain, long as there's a game to play
Your mental faculties are exhausted as long as you remain in this taxing situation.


Sad, but there's only one fool to blame
Unfortunately, only one person can be held responsible for this harmful situation.


You don't think my love should tie you down
You are afraid that being in a committed relationship will limit your freedom.


I say love can turn your groove around
I believe that our love can bring positive change to your life.


Watch me please you
Observe me bringing you pleasure.


Watch me play your game
See me engage in activities that please you.


Someday love will make your water flow
At some point in the future, our love will bring you great satisfaction.


It's a fine line
There exists a subtle and delicate balance in our relationship.


fine line
A balance so subtle that it may only be described as 'fine'.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BARRY GIBB, BARRY ALAN GIBB

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Comments from YouTube:

@christineduran1896

Barry Gibb is absolutely stunning in this video ❤️.

@donnalewis5293

Just one word..WOW!!! Everytime I watch Barry in this video alI I can do is get goosebumps all over and say..WOW!!! Talking about being 🔥..the way he looks, even without his beard,..his gorgeous sexy voice..the way he moves..the way he commands the performance..just everything. Be still my heart.❤️ THE MAN CAN DO IT..ALL!!👍👍👏👏 There's NO ONE like Barry Gibb. He's on a realm all his own.😍 Love Love Love that beautiful man FOREVER!!❤️❤️❤️

@judybrinkerhof1950

I have never see this or heard Barry sing like this...I think it was great and so different!

@virginiaconner3340

Wow, first time seeing this! Never saw him perform a live solo before or anything like this. Clearly, the man is as versatile and talented as he is handsome. Loved it!

@lisascott7180

Cool song. It's not often you see Barry without his beard , glad he grew it back. Bee Gees always. 💗💗💗

@gloriamaryhaywood2217

I think Barry looked very handsome without a beard when he was very young, and the brothers were just starting to get real recognition!

@ginbn7019

He looks like his brother Andy here

@lisascott7180

@@gloriamaryhaywood2217 He does look handsome without his beard and with one too. 😊

@lisascott7180

@@ginbn7019 Andy did look a lot like Barry I agree with you.

@gloriamaryhaywood2217

@@lisascott7180 I am actually a HUGE Robin fan, (Swoon!) but I think Barry probably held his looks the longest of the Brothers?😉😎

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