"Body Say" is a song recorded by American singer Demi Lovato. They co-wrote… Read Full Bio ↴"Body Say" is a song recorded by American singer Demi Lovato. They co-wrote the track with Simon Wilcox and its producer, Sir Nolan. It was initially released exclusively to music streaming services through Island, Hollywood and Safehouse Records on July 1, 2016, was serviced to pop radio on July 12, 2016, and was made available to iTunes on July 15, 2016.

"Body Say" is a dance ballad with an R&B beat, and explores themes of sexuality and self-confidence. The song employs "slinky", synth-y "bedroom beats" behind lyrics, which Zach Johnson of E! News deemed "sexier" than their past single, "Cool for the Summer", that discuss all the things Lovato would do to a lover if their "body had a say." Critics have also made note of the sexual nature of the song given Lovato's recent (at the time of the song's release) breakup with long-term boyfriend, Wilmer Valderrama. Lovato’s vocals on the track span from F3 to F5.

Body Say
Demi Lovato Lyrics

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If I had it my way, I would take you down
If I had it my way, I would turn you out
And if my body had a say, I would come again
Scared of what I might say, 'cause I'm at the edge

And our eyes are crossing paths across the room
There's only one thing left for us to do

You can touch me with slow hands
Speed it up, baby, make me sweat
Dreamland, take me there 'cause I want your sex
If my body had a say, I wouldn't turn away
Touch, make love, taste you
If my body told the truth, baby I would do
Just what I want to

If I had it my way, I would take the lead
And if I had it my way, I would take you deep
If my body had a say, I'd get it off my chest
Show you all the red lace underneath this dress

And our eyes are crossing paths across the room
There's only one thing left for us to do

You can touch me with slow hands
Speed it up, baby, make me sweat
Dreamland, take me there 'cause I want your sex
If my body had a say, I wouldn't turn away
Touch, make love, taste you
If my body told the truth, baby I would do
Just what I want to

My minds is getting in the way
Can't feel what my body say
I'mma tell you anyway
I'mma tell you anyway
My minds is getting in the way
Can't feel what my body say
I'mma show you anyway
I'mma show you anyway

There's only one thing left for us to do
Oh, you can

You can touch me with slow hands
Speed it up, baby, make me sweat
Dreamland, take me there 'cause I want your sex
If my body had a say, I wouldn't turn away
Touch, make love, taste you
If my body told the truth, baby I would do
Just what I want to
You can touch me with slow hands
Dreamland
If my body had a say, I wouldn't turn away
Touch, make love, taste you

If my body told the truth, baby I would do
Just what I want to

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Demi Lovato’s song ‘Body Say’ explicitly talks about sexual desire and yearning for someone, as the lyrics suggest, “If my body had a say, I would come again” or “If my body had a say, I'd get it off my chest, show you all the red lace underneath this dress”. The song highlights the fact that sexual desires are natural and should not be suppressed. The lyrics are very straightforward, and Lovato is very vocal about what she wants, “I want your sex” and “I would take you down” which also indicates she's comfortable with experimenting with her desires.

The chorus repeats the phrase “You can touch me with slow hands” that shows she’s enjoying every moment and taking her time, without rushing the physical intimacy between the partners. She’s in control and commands her partner to “Speed it up, baby, make me sweat”. The lines, “My minds is getting in the way, Can't feel what my body say, I'mma tell you anyway” show that Lovato is acknowledging that her mind and body are in conflict, but she wants to give in to her desires anyway, despite the fear of vulnerability.

Overall, the song is about giving in to physical desires and being upfront and in control of one’s sexual experiences. It expresses female sexuality in a powerful way, with Lovato being unapologetically vocal about her needs and desires.

Line by Line Meaning

If I had it my way, I would take you down
I wish I could do exactly what I want with you

If I had it my way, I would turn you out
I wish I could give you everything you want

And if my body had a say, I would come again
I want to be with you and my body agrees

Scared of what I might say, 'cause I'm at the edge
I'm nervous about trusting you with my deepest desires

And our eyes are crossing paths across the room
We are feeling each other's energy from across the room

There's only one thing left for us to do
We need to be intimate with each other

You can touch me with slow hands
Take your time and explore my body

Speed it up, baby, make me sweat
Move faster and make me feel the passion

Dreamland, take me there 'cause I want your sex
I want to experience incredible intimacy with you

If my body had a say, I wouldn't turn away
I want to be with you and my body agrees

Touch, make love, taste you
I want to feel your touch, make love to you, and taste you

If my body told the truth, baby I would do just what I want to
I'm being honest about what I want and I would follow through

If I had it my way, I would take the lead
I want to dominate and take charge

And if I had it my way, I would take you deep
I want to experience deep intimacy with you

If my body had a say, I'd get it off my chest
I need to tell you how I feel and be honest about my desires

Show you all the red lace underneath this dress
I want to reveal my sexy side to you

My minds is getting in the way
I'm struggling to trust you with my deepest desires

Can't feel what my body say
I'm distracted by my own thoughts and fears

I'mma tell you anyway
But I'm going to be honest with you

I'mma show you anyway
And I'm going to demonstrate exactly what I want

You can touch me with slow hands, dreamland
Take your time and let's experience something incredible together