Why Do You Love Me?
Budd/Raymonde/Guthrie/Fraser Lyrics
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You didn't even want me around.
And now I'm back to let you know I can really shake 'em down.
Do you love me?
(I can really move, )
Do you love me?
(I'm in the groove.)
(Do you love me now that I can dance?)
Watch me, now.
(Work, work)
Ah,work it out baby.
(work, work)
Well, you're drivin' me crazy.
(work, work)
With just a little bit of soul, now
(work!)
Now I can mash potatoes, I can do the twist,
Tell me, baby, do you like it like this?
Tell me,
(Tell me,)
Tell me.
Do you love me?
(I can really move, )
Do you love me?
(I'm in the groove.)
Now do you love me?
(Do you love me now that I can dance?)
Watch me, now.
(Work, work)
Ah,work it out baby.
(work, work)
Well, you're drivin' me crazy.
(work, work)
With just a little bit of soul, now
(work!)
Now I can mash potatoes, I can do the twist,
Tell me, baby, do you like it like this?
Tell me,
(Tell me,)
The lyrics to the song "Why Do You Love Me?" by Budd/Raymonde/Guthrie/Fraser showcase a story of a person who was initially rejected by their lover because they couldn't dance. The heartbreak caused by this rejection is evident in the line, "You broke my heart 'cause I couldn't dance, you didn't even want me around." However, the singer has returned with newfound confidence and skill in dancing, declaring, "And now I'm back to let you know I can really shake 'em down."
The repetition of the question "Do you love me?" throughout the song signifies the singer's desperate need for validation and acceptance from their lover. The verses that follow the question express their ability to dance, highlighted by the lines "I can really move" and "I'm in the groove." It becomes a plea for their lover to acknowledge and appreciate their newfound talent, asking, "Do you love me now that I can dance?"
The overall theme of the song revolves around self-improvement and seeking validation from someone who initially rejected the singer. It explores the idea that acquiring a new skill or talent can sometimes lead to gaining acceptance, love, and recognition from others.
Line by Line Meaning
You broke my heart 'cause I couldn't dance,
You caused me emotional pain because I lacked the ability to dance.
You didn't even want me around.
You didn't desire my presence or companionship at all.
And now I'm back to let you know I can really shake 'em down.
Now, I've returned to inform you that I possess exceptional dancing skills.
Do you love me?
Are you truly in love with me?
(I can really move, )
(I have impressive dance moves,)
Do you love me?
Are you truly in love with me?
(I'm in the groove.)
(I am in sync with the rhythm and music.)
Now do you love me?
At this moment, do you still have feelings of love for me?
(Do you love me now that I can dance?)
(Is your love for me influenced by my newfound dancing ability?)
Watch me, now.
Observe me now, pay close attention.
(Work, work)
(Exert effort, put in the necessary work)
Ah,work it out baby.
Oh, put forth effort and resolve the situation, my dear.
(work, work)
(Keep working hard)
Well, you're drivin' me crazy.
Your actions and behavior are causing me to feel insane.
(work, work)
(Continue putting in effort)
With just a little bit of soul, now
With only a small amount of soulful expression,
(work!)
(continue working!)
Now I can mash potatoes, I can do the twist,
Now I possess the ability to perform the dance moves known as the mashed potatoes and the twist,
Tell me, baby, do you like it like this?
Inform me, my dear, whether you derive pleasure from these actions.
Tell me,
Provide me with an answer,
(Tell me,)
(Please tell me,)
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Berry Gordy Jr
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