Any Love
Chaka Khan & Rufus Lyrics
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But you don't really know what to do
You see someone that you'd like to mingle
And imagine that she is waiting for you
[Chorus:]
Any love that you feel
Is real
You lose love
There is no certain crowd that you run with
But your passions they never run thin
You say 'hi', they say 'hi' and it's done with
Still you don't really love from deep within
[Chorus]
Batted eyes and bitter tears
Price you pay for all the years
Of holding back what's deep inside
And living with a hell of a lot of lies
[Chorus]
The lyrics of Chaka Khan and Rufus's song "Any Love" delve into the theme of love and relationships, and how important it is to truly love someone from your heart. The song is addressing a person who goes out every night as a single, but despite their efforts to mingle and connect with people, they don't really know what to do when they encounter someone they like. They are merely going through the motions, and while they have moments of excitement and passion, it never lasts. The chorus highlights the idea that any love that is felt is real, but when love is used without true feeling, it is eventually lost.
The second verse reveals that this person doesn't have a certain crowd they run with, but they still feel passionate despite not having a deep connection with anyone. They may exchange greetings and pleasantries with others, but they don't truly know the feeling of real love within themselves. The chorus is repeated, emphasizing the importance of genuine love, and the verses conclude with the notion that if someone holds back their true self and lives with lies, they will eventually pay a price down the line. The lyrics hint at the idea that without love, life can become meaningless and unfulfilling.
Line by Line Meaning
You go out every night as a single
Despite being single, you go out every night.
But you don't really know what to do
Even though you go out every night, you do not have any specific plans or goals.
You see someone that you'd like to mingle
You come across someone with whom you would like to interact.
And imagine that she is waiting for you
You assume that the person you wish to interact with is eager to meet you too.
[Chorus:]
This is the chorus of the song.
Any love that you feel
The affection you experience
Is real
Is authentic and genuine.
Any time that you use love
Whenever you express love to or towards someone
You lose love
You stand at the risk of losing love.
There is no certain crowd that you run with
You do not belong to a particular group of individuals.
But your passions they never run thin
But your enthusiasm never fades away.
You say 'hi', they say 'hi' and it's done with
You exchange greetings without having any substantial interaction.
Still you don't really love from deep within
However, you do not love anybody deeply from your heart.
[Chorus]
This is the chorus of the song.
Batted eyes and bitter tears
Eyes that flutter and tears that reflect sorrow
Price you pay for all the years
You pay the consequences for all those years.
Of holding back what's deep inside
Of not expressing what is truly in your heart and soul.
And living with a hell of a lot of lies
And being surrounded by a multitude of falsehoods.
[Chorus]
This is the chorus of the song.
Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DAVID WOLINSKI, DAVID J WOLINSKI
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ami-tan
You go out every night as a single
But you don't really know what to do
You see someone that you'd like to mingle
And imagine that she is waiting for you
[Chorus:]
Any love that you feel
Is real
Any time that you use love
You lose love
There is no certain crowd that you run with
But your passions they never run thin
You say 'hi', they say 'hi' and it's done with
Still you don't really love from deep within
[Chorus]
Batted eyes and bitter tears
Price you pay for all the years
Of holding back what's deep inside
And living with a hell of a lot of lies
@paino21
This is one of my favourite Rufus tracks .
And this album is pure class.
Quincy does his magic.
It has his Genius all over it .
@anareyes172
Always
@TheEasyOne15
This bass riff is so intoxicating.... And Chaka's vocals are simply insane... This woman can sing to me all day and night...
@geralddyng
No other singer will ever produce the joy this women displays. Genius.......
@patriciasantiago3399
You right about that
@crystaljonesnyc
This immediately transports me back to the Skate Key roller rink in the Bronx. Then years later I was reintroduced to it in the Paradise Garage. And now in 2021, I STILL canโt get enough of this song!
@Swoop2565
OMG...I must you Skate Key kid and Paradise Garage you adult ๐๐
@anjanettecombs5703
Oh my goodness! I remember Skate Key! I could only go if I got good grades so I STAYED on the honor roll ๐๐๐
@patriciasantiago3399
One of her best dance songs. 1979 was my year. Joining the floor Master DANCER. Hustle was unstoppable
@jamesgeorge5276
I agree whole heartily 1979 was the Year!!โค