Linger Awhile
Dicky Wells & His Orchestra Lyrics

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Just you, just me
Let's find a cozy spot
To cuddle and coo

Just us, just we
I've missed an awful lot
My trouble is you

Oh, gee!
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 to Dicky Wells & His Orchestra's song "Linger Awhile" describe a romantic scenario between two people in love. The singer suggests finding a cozy spot to cuddle and coo, indicating a desire for physical intimacy. The singer goes on to explain that they have missed the other person a lot, but the issue is that the other person is their trouble. This could suggest that the relationship has some challenges or difficulties, but despite this, the singer still wants to tie a "lover's knot" around the other person.

The lyrics are both sweet and suggestive, with a focus on the idea of being together intimately. There is also a sense of playfulness in the lyrics, as the singer encourages the other person to use their imagination to explore their physical connection. Overall, the lyrics express the desire for an intimate, loving relationship despite any challenges that may be present.

Line by Line Meaning

Just you, just me
Let there be no one else except us. We should be the only ones involved.

Let's find a cozy spot
We should look for a comfortable place where we can relax together.

To cuddle and coo
We should hug and speak in a gentle, loving way to each other.

Just us, just we
There should be no other individuals except us. We are the only ones that matter.

I've missed an awful lot
I've experienced significant losses without you being present.

My trouble is you
You are the source of my difficulties.

Oh, gee!
Oh, wow! What an amazing and intriguing feeling.

What are your charms for?
What are the reasons that make you so fascinating and desirable?

What are my arms for?
What is the purpose of my arms if they are not holding you right now?

Use your imagination!
Visualize the possibilities of being together and sharing a moment of intimacy.

I'll tie a lover's knot
I'll devote myself to you, and we'll be connected in a loving way forever.

'Round wonderful you!
Around the amazing and unique individual that you are.

Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Round Hill Music Big Loud Songs
Written by: JEFFREY DAVID STEVENS, MARV GREEN

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