You're the One That I Want
C. C. Productions Lyrics
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'Cause the power you're supplyin', it's electrifyin'
You better shape up, cause I need a man,
And my heart is set on you
You better shape up, you better understand,
To my heart I must be true
Nothing left, nothing left for me to do
[Chorus]
You're the one that I want
(You are the one I want), ooh ooh ooh, honey
The one that I want (you are the one I want),
Ooh ooh ooh, honey
The one that I want (you are the one I want),
Ooh ooh ooh, honey
The one I need (the one I need),
Oh yes indeed (yes indeed)
If you're filled with affection,
You're too shy to convey
Meditate my direction, feel your way
I better shape up,
'Cause you need a man
I need a man,
Who can keep me satisfied
I better shape up, if I'm gonna prove
You better prove, that my fate is justified
Are you sure?
Yes I'm sure down deep inside
[Chorus: x2]
The above lyrics to C. C. Productions's song You're the One That I Want is a dialogue between two characters, Sandy and Danny, expressing their desires for each other. The opening lines, "I got chills, they're multiplyin', and I'm losin' control, 'cause the power you're supplyin', it's electrifyin'" is a metaphorical expression of the physical attraction between the two characters. The effect of the power supply could be felt literally or felt as a romantic desire. These lyrics are portrayed in the 1978 musical film Grease, where the scene features Sandy and Danny exchanging sultry looks while dancing at Rydell High's carnival.
The next few lyrics in the song are a conversation between the two characters, with Sandy expressing that she needs a man, and her heart is set on Danny. She urges him to "shape up" and understand that she requires a true heart, and there is nothing left for her to do but wait for him to prove his love. The chorus, "You're the one that I want, ooh ooh ooh, honey, the one I need, oh yes indeed," can be seen as a statement of their love and desire for each other, as well as the sense of urgency to fulfill each other's needs.
In summary, the song expresses the physical attraction and emotional desire between Sandy and Danny. It also highlights the challenges of conveying these emotions while waiting for the other person to prove their love.
Line by Line Meaning
I got chills, they're multiplyin', and I'm losin' control
My attraction to you is so intense that it gives me literal chills and makes me feel like I am losing control
'Cause the power you're supplyin', it's electrifyin'
Your influence over me is incredibly powerful and exciting
You better shape up, cause I need a man
I am looking for a man who can meet my needs and desires
And my heart is set on you
Out of all the men I have encountered, I have chosen you as the one I want
You better shape up, you better understand,
You need to improve yourself and understand what I am looking for if you want to be with me
To my heart I must be true
I must be faithful to my own feelings and desires
Nothing left, nothing left for me to do
I have made my decision and there is nothing left for me to do but pursue my choice
You're the one that I want
You are the person I am pursuing and the one I want to be with
(You are the one I want), ooh ooh ooh, honey
My attraction to you is so strong that I can't help but call you 'honey'
If you're filled with affection,
If you have strong feelings for me
You're too shy to convey
But you are too shy or reserved to express those feelings to me
Meditate my direction, feel your way
Think deeply about the possibility of a relationship with me and trust your feelings
I need a man, Who can keep me satisfied
I am looking for a man who can meet my emotional and physical needs
You better prove, that my fate is justified
You need to show me that you are worthy of my interest and that pursuing a relationship with you is justified
Are you sure? Yes I'm sure down deep inside
I am certain of my feelings and desire to pursue a relationship with you
The one that I want (you are the one I want), Ooh ooh ooh, honey
Once again, you are the one I desire and am pursuing. My feelings for you are so strong that I can't help but call you 'honey'
The one I need (the one I need), Oh yes indeed (yes indeed)
You are not only the one I want, but the one I need for my emotional and physical fulfillment. This is a serious matter, and 'yes indeed' I am confident in my choice.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Royalty Network, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Farrar
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Pauline Lazzarin
Je suis allée vous voir hier soir (le 1er mars) et je ne suis pas déçue franchement j'ai adoré et j'en suis sorties des étoiles pleins les yeux ! Merci à tous les comédiens c'était top! 😍❤
Lawrence Clemens
Fantastic! Would love to see the whole show with this ensemble. Play on!
AnneSo LPS
Un super show ! On ne s'ennuie pas une seconde ! Vivement le 31 Mars 🙈🎉🎉
Greg07623
Wonderful! Would love to come to Paris just to see this.
Lauren
Beautiful and wonderful! A great performance
Fluctuat Nec Mergitur
J'y étais hier (1 juillet) franchement c'est génial. Ce qui est top c'est qu'ils chantent et danse vraiment tous bien ! Et c'est drôle ! On est avec eux à Rydell
selma alves augusto Augusto
Massaaaa!🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
no_name
seems like a netflix version of the original
mac1 rkberts
the original was a play
Rosilda Da Vitoria Macedo
Amei.