Fresh Air
Canned Heat and Quicksilver Messenger Service Lyrics
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Ooo, have another hit of sweet air, come on, ooo, have another hit.
I want to know where you're going,
I want to know, sweet mama, where you're gonna go, yeah.
Ooo, have another hit of fresh air, ooo, have another hit.
Oh, baby, what you gonna do, oh, honey, what you gonna do, sweet thing?
Ooo, have another hit of sweet love, ooo, have another hit.
I love you, yes I do, babe, and I love you, I do, sweet lips.
Take me home, take me home, take me home with you,
Take me home, I wanna go home with you, little girl.
Ooo, have another hit of fresh air, ooo, have another hit.
The lyrics to "Fresh Air" by Canned Heat and Quicksilver Messenger Service revolve around the intoxicating effect that the presence of a certain person has on the singer. The repeated lines "Oh, what you do to me, oh, what you do to me, little girl" convey a sense of infatuation and fascination with this individual. The mention of "sweet air" and "fresh air" can be seen as symbolic representations of the refreshing and exhilarating feeling that being around this person brings. It suggests that their presence brings a burst of life and vitality to the singer's world.
The desire to know where the person is going and where they will end up is indicative of a longing to be a part of their journey. It speaks to a yearning for a deeper connection and a willingness to follow them wherever they may lead. The lyrics also express a sense of love and adoration, with lines like "I love you, yes I do, babe" and "I want to go home with you, little girl." The language used is tender and affectionate, suggesting a deep emotional attachment.
Overall, "Fresh Air" captures the intoxicating sensation of being captivated by someone's presence and the desire to be in their company, experiencing the excitement and love they bring into one's life.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, what you do to me, oh, what you do to me, little girl.
Oh, the impact you have on me, oh, the influence you have on me, young woman.
Ooo, have another hit of sweet air, come on, ooo, have another hit.
Ooo, indulge in more of the pleasant and refreshing atmosphere, come on, ooo, indulge in another dose of it.
I want to know where you're going.
I desire to learn about your destination.
I want to know, sweet mama, where you're gonna go, yeah.
I want to know, dear mother, where you are planning to venture, yes.
Ooo, have another hit of fresh air, ooo, have another hit.
Ooo, delight in another dose of invigorating air, ooo, delight in another dose.
Oh, baby, what you gonna do, oh, honey, what you gonna do, sweet thing?
Oh, darling, what actions are you planning to take, oh, sweetheart, what actions are you planning to take, dear?
Ooo, have another hit of sweet love, ooo, have another hit.
Ooo, experience more of the affectionate love, ooo, experience another dose of it.
I love you, yes I do, babe, and I love you, I do, sweet lips.
I have a deep affection for you, yes I do, dear, and I love you, I truly do, lovely lips.
Ooo, have another hit of sweet California sunshine, ooo, have another hit.
Ooo, savor more of the delightful sunlight from California, ooo, savor another dose of it.
Take me home, take me home, take me home with you.
Escort me to your place, escort me home, accompany me to your residence.
Take me home, I wanna go home with you, little girl.
Take me to your place, I desire to go home with you, young woman.
Ooo, have another hit of fresh air, ooo, have another hit.
Ooo, enjoy another dose of invigorating air, ooo, enjoy another dose.
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Written by: JESSE A/K/A DINO VALENTI FARROW
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