The group additionally had a U.S. top 10 hit with "Never My Love", a cover of pop band The Association's tune. Also of note, the group recorded a 1975 medley that combined Tommy James and the Shondells' "I'm Alive" and Deep Purple's "Hush", which played better in Scandinavia than anywhere else and brought them to a bombastic arena rock sound more aggressive than their general style. Over the years, Björn Skifs has had a moderately successful solo career in Europe. "Hooked on a Feeling" has experienced many surges of popularity, happening more recently in 2014 as part of its inclusion in the film 'Guardians of the Galaxy'.
Hooked on Feeling
Blue Swede Lyrics
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Ooga-chaka Ooga-Ooga
Ooga-chaka Ooga-Ooga
Ooga-chaka Ooga-Ooga
I can't stop this feeling
Deep inside of me
Girl, you just don't realize
When you hold me
In your arms so tight
You let me know
Everything's all right
I'm hooked on a feeling
I'm high on believing
That you're in love with me
Lips are sweet as candy
It's taste stays on my mind
Girl, you got me thirsty
For another cup of wine
Got a bug from you, girl
But I don't need no cure
I just stay affecting
If I can for sure
All the good love when we're all alone
Keep it up girl
Yeah, you turn me on
I'm hooked on a feeling
I'm high on believing
That you're in love with me
All the good love
When we're all alone
Keep it up girl
Yeah, you turn me on
I'm hooked on a feeling
I'm high on believing
That you're in love with me
I'm hooked on a feeling
And I'm high on believin'
That you're in love with me
I said I'm hooked on a feeling
And I'm high on believin'
That you're in love with me
Hooked on a feeling
The lyrics to Blue Swede's "Hooked On A Feeling" describe the singer's infatuation and addiction to a particular love interest. The song begins with the iconic "Ooga-Chaka" chant that serves as the song's catchy hook. The lyrics go on to express the singer's inability to control his attraction to this person and the positive impact they have on him. The singer describes how the love interest makes him feel good and that nothing else matters in the moment. The chorus reinforces the idea that the singer is hopelessly in love and almost addicted to the feeling that their love brings.
The imagery used in the lyrics further emphasize the singer's addiction to this person. The singer compares the love interest's lips to candy, expressing just how enamored he is with their taste. He also states that he doesn't need a cure for the "bug" that he has caught from them, highlighting the addictiveness of his affection. Throughout the song, the singer remains captivated by the love interest and the feeling that they bring him.
Overall, "Hooked On A Feeling" serves as an ode to the thrill and excitement of falling in love with someone. The catchy tune and playful lyrics captures the essence of infatuation and the desire to be with someone.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooga-chaka Ooga-Ooga
The peculiar opening sounds of the song
I can't stop this feeling
I am helplessly enamored by you
Deep inside of me
You have touched the depths of my heart
Girl, you just don't realize
You are unaware of the power you have over me
What you do to me
Your actions have a profound effect on me
When you hold me
The warmth of your embrace
In your arms so tight
Squeezing me in a tight hug
You let me know
I feel reassured
Everything's all right
All my worries wash away
I'm hooked on a feeling
I am obsessed with my love for you
I'm high on believing
The hope of your love fills me with euphoria
That you're in love with me
I want you to reciprocate my feelings
Lips are sweet as candy
Your lips are soft and enticing
It's taste stays on my mind
I can't get enough of your kiss
Girl, you got me thirsty
I crave more of your affection
For another cup of wine
I want more of your love
Got a bug from you, girl
I am deeply infatuated with you
But I don't need no cure
I want to be in love with you forever
I just stay affecting
I am constantly influenced by you
If I can for sure
If I can be sure of your love
All the good love when we're all alone
Our love is passionate in private
Keep it up girl
I want you to continue our love affair
Yeah, you turn me on
You excite me to no end
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MARK JAMES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Andrew
on Straight Back to You
The correct lyrics:
So you had to go
Go to where a brighter life was shining on you
So I had to know
How could I resist, baby?
What else could I do?
What you didn′t know
Loneliness the price that you pay
Pay for this game
But you left me cold
Even though you knew
I'd be burning my wings in the flame
I′m sorry
I'm sorry too
We left this thing between me and you
Don't worry
Don′t be afraid
I′ll take the train out of the city, plane overseas
I was crazy to set you free
I'm gonna get back, straight back to you
Jump in my car, it′s time to leave
Now we know that the grass isn't greener
Gonna get back, straight back to you
What I need to know
Are you ready to forget
And really give it a try?
Well, where else to go?
Can′t take the loneliness
And I can't stand no wasting of time
I′m sorry
I'm sorry too
We left this thing between me and you
Don't worry
Don′t be afraid
I′ll take the train out of the city, plane overseas
I was crazy to set you free
I'm gonna get back, straight back to you
Jump in my car, it′s time to leave
Now we know that the grass isn't greener
Gonna get back, straight back to you
Gonna get back, straight back to you
Andrew
on Straight Back to You
These lyrics don't match the song