Behind Closed Doors
Ben Colder Lyrics
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She never makes a scene by hanging all over me in a crowd
'Cause people like to talk, Lord, how they love to talk
But when they turn out the lights,
I know she'll be leaving with me
And when we get behind closed doors
Then she lets her hair hang down
Oh no one knows what goes on behind closed doors.
My baby makes me smile, Lord don't she make me smile
She's never too far away or too tired to say I want you
She's always a lady, just like a lady should be
But when they turn out the lights,
She's still a baby to me.
'Cause when we get behind closed doors
Then she lets her hair hang down
And she makes me glad that I'm a man
Oh no one knows what goes on behind closed doors.
Behind closed doors
The lyrics of Behind Closed Doors by Ben Colder describe a loving and respectful relationship between two people. The singer talks about how his partner never causes a scene or hangs all over him in public, as she knows that people like to talk. Despite this, the singer is proud of his partner and the way she presents herself, and when they are in private, she opens up and shows a different side of herself. The song describes how the couple's private life is hidden from others, hence the phrase "behind closed doors." It is implied that there is a level of intimacy and passion between the couple that is not revealed in public, and that their private moments are special to them.
The lyrics also highlight the idea of perception versus reality. The singer talks about how people like to talk, and how they may have a certain perception of the couple from what they see in public. However, the reality of their relationship is something entirely different, and it is only in private that their true selves and feelings are revealed. The song celebrates the idea of keeping certain things private and special, away from the judgment and scrutiny of others.
Line by Line Meaning
My baby makes me proud, Lord don't she make me proud
I am incredibly proud of my significant other and their behavior in public, as they never draw negative attention to themselves or us by being overly affectionate or clingy.
She never makes a scene by hanging all over me in a crowd
My partner is considerate of social norms and does not engage in public displays of affection that may make others uncomfortable or create gossip.
'Cause people like to talk, Lord, how they love to talk
Society loves to gossip, and it is important for us to behave appropriately in public as to avoid scrutiny or criticism from others.
But when they turn out the lights, I know she'll be leaving with me
Despite our public behavior, I am confident in the intimacy of our relationship and know that she will eventually leave with me to engage in more private activities.
And when we get behind closed doors
In the privacy of our own space and away from any outside interference or judgment...
Then she lets her hair hang down
...my partner feels free to let loose and relax, shedding any formal or restrictive behavior in order to enjoy our time together.
And she makes me glad that I'm a man
Her behavior and attention towards me makes me feel empowered and reassured in my masculinity and our romantic relationship
Oh no one knows what goes on behind closed doors.
The true nature of our relationship is private and known only to us, and while others may speculate or speculate about what happens between us, they will never truly know.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: KENNY O'DELL
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