"French Kissin' In The USA", aka "French Kissin'", is a song by the America… Read Full Bio ↴"French Kissin' In The USA", aka "French Kissin'", is a song by the American singer Debbie Harry. It was the lead single from her second solo album Rockbird. The song was written by Chuck Lorre, who would go on to create a series of successful sitcoms and produced by Seth Justman of The J. Geils Band. The song peaked at number 8 on UK singles charts and number 57 on the US Billboard Hot 100. The song also charted in South Africa, Belgium, Australia, Canada, West Germany, Finland, Ireland, Netherlands and New Zealand. Debbie Harry also recorded a French version of the song as well as a dance and dub version of the song. The song has been covered by Ginger and Carol Chapman.

French Kissin' In The USA
Deborah Harry Lyrics

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Love's touch comes to mean so much
Embrasser see'est Francais
Embrasser see'est Francais
Love's way, s'abandonner
Embrasser see'est Francais
Embrasser see'est Francais

Slip into the velvet glove

Parted lips so filled with love
Embrasser see'est Francais
Embrasser see'est Francais

Lips upon forbidden places
Lingering in long embraces

Embrasser see'est Francais

French kissin' in the USA
French kissin' in the USA
Ay, French kissin'
French kissin' in the USA
French kissin' in the USA

Lips are in motion
Ocean to ocean to ocean, ocean to ocean to ocean
Paris is calling
Falling, we're falling, we're falling, falling, we're falling, we're falling

Lips close, then blossom like a rose
Embrasser see'est Francais
Embrasser see'est Francais

Lips wide holding you inside
Embrasser see'est Francais
Embrasser see'est Francais

Kisses hard, kisses deep
A kiss to wake us from our sleep
Embrasser see'est Francais
Embrasser see'est Francais

Take your lover by the hand
Speak in tongues and understand
Embrasser see'est Francais
Embrasser see'est Francais

French kissin' in the USA
French kissin' in the USA
Ay, French kissin'
French kissin' in the USA
French kissin' in the USA

Lips are in motion
Ocean to ocean to ocean, ocean to ocean to ocean
Paris is calling
Falling, we're falling, we're falling, falling, we're falling, we're falling

French kissin' in the USA
French kissin' in the USA
Ay, French kissin', French kissin'
French kissin' in the USA
French kissin' in the USA

French kissin', French kissin', French kissin'
French kissin' in the USA
French kissin' in the USA

French kissin' in the USA
French kissin' in the USA
Ay, French kissin', French kissin', French kissin'

French kissin' in the USA
French kissin' in the USA

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Deborah Harry's song "French Kissin' In The USA" are about the passionate act of kissing in the French style, which is often seen as a romantic and sensual expression of love. The chorus repeats the phrase "French kissin' in the USA" and emphasizes the idea that this romantic practice has reached American shores. The first verse speaks to the idea that love's touch can have great value and that French kissing is the French way of surrendering to love. The lyrics suggest that kissing in this style involves more than just the physical act of lips touching but also involves deep emotional connection and understanding.

The second verse delves deeper into the physical sensations associated with French kissing, describing lips on "forbidden places" and "lingering in long embraces." The lyrics continue to emphasize that this is a uniquely and distinctly French way of kissing. The final verse emphasizes the emotional and spiritual connection that can come from this practice, describing it as a way to "speak in tongues and understand." The song's catchy chorus invites listeners to embrace the practice of French kissing and celebrate it in the USA.

Line by Line Meaning

Love's touch comes to mean so much
A loving touch can hold a lot of meaning.

Embrasser see'est Francais
French for 'to kiss', a kiss is the focus of the song and the expression of love.

Love's way, s'abandonner
To truly love, one must let go of inhibitions and give in to the feelings of love.

Slip into the velvet glove
The act of French kissing can feel like slipping into the confines of a soft glove.

Parted lips so filled with love
The lips are key players in the expression of love, especially during a French kiss.

Lips upon forbidden places
French kissing often involves exploring and kissing 'forbidden' or intimate areas.

Lingering in long embraces
The embrace after a French kiss can be just as intimate and passionate as the kiss itself.

French kissin' in the USA
The song title acknowledges the act of French kissing happening in the United States, showing its universal appeal.

Lips are in motion
Through kissing, lips are constantly in motion conveying passion and feeling.

Ocean to ocean to ocean, ocean to ocean to ocean
The reach and appeal of French kissing is vast, spanning oceans and continents.

Paris is calling, Falling, we're falling, we're falling, falling, we're falling, we're falling
Paris is the city of love and the birthplace of the French kiss, so falling in love and French kissing can feel intertwined.

Lips close, then blossom like a rose
The metaphorical blooming of a rose is akin to the blossoming of love during a French kiss.

Lips wide holding you inside
During a French kiss, the lips are wide open, holding you close and inside of an intimate embrace.

Kisses hard, kisses deep
French kisses can be passionate and intense, shown through the use of hard and deep kisses.

A kiss to wake us from our sleep
The power of a kiss can awaken us to the passion and love in our lives.

Take your lover by the hand, Speak in tongues and understand
French kissing can be seen as a way to communicate love when words fail us.

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: CHUCK LORRE

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