Linger Awhile
Dickie Wells and His Orchestra Lyrics
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Let's find a cozy spot
To cuddle and coo
Just us, just we
I've missed an awful lot
My trouble is you
What are your charms for?
What are my arms for?
Use your imagination!
Just you, just me
I'll tie a lover's knot
'Round wonderful you!
The lyrics of "Linger Awhile" by Dickie Wells and His Orchestra are an embodiment of core romanticism through a tone of elegance and sophistication. The song portrays the deep-seated desire of two partners to be alone and find a relaxing spot to cuddle and coo. The phrase "Just you, just me" seems like they have eyes only for each other while searching for a cozy space to share their love.
The lyrics further delve into the idea of how they have missed each other and how hard it is for them to stay away from each other. It's an intense relationship that a single moment of separation causes so much trouble, and all they want is to be together. The line "What are your charms for? What are my arms for?" signifies their inner desire to find physical and emotional comfort in each other's arms. They are longing to be with each other and spend time marveling at their relationship.
In conclusion, "Linger Awhile" portrays the raw emotions of two lovers' desire to be together and the depth of their love for each other.
Line by Line Meaning
Just you, just me
Only the two of us are present
Let's find a cozy spot
Let's find a comfortable place to be together
To cuddle and coo
To hold each other affectionately and speak sweetly to one another
Just us, just we
Only the two of us are involved
I've missed an awful lot
I've been without you for too long
My trouble is you
My problem is that I want you too much
Oh, gee!
Oh my!
What are your charms for?
What makes you so special?
What are my arms for?
What good are my arms if not to hold you?
Use your imagination!
Think about how wonderful it could be
I'll tie a lover's knot
I'll make a commitment to you
'Round wonderful you!
Around your amazing self!
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Round Hill Music Big Loud Songs
Written by: JEFFREY DAVID STEVENS, MARV GREEN
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Nathaniel
Thanks for watching! I'll upload some more of my 78's.
dixie melquist
A terrific swinging rendition of a great old song by a marvelous band! First rate!
Commod Antonin
nice one. thanks for this gem
Magnus Svensson
Classic
Chris Harris
A largely forgotten trombone player - what a shame! A great band and a good jazz number.