Show Me Around
Divine Lyrics


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I just got into this town
But it already seems such a bore
Not what you call a small town
But I've seen a hundred like it before.

So don't try to take advantage
I just want you to show me the sights
My temperature's up, my energy's high
Gonna cause an explosion tonight.

chorus
Show me around, I'm looking for a lover
Show me around, I've seen it all before
Show me around, I'm searching for a brother
Going over the top and I sure as hell ain't going alone

I'm not staying forever


Just long enough to see a little more
I might be new to this place
But I ain't new to the score

So don't try to take advantage
Thought I ain't one for acting coy
I'm gonna dress up
I'm gonna show you tonight
That I ain't no country boy

(chorus)

So don't try to take advantage
I just want you to show me the sights




My temperature's up, my energy's high
Gonna cause an explosion tonight

Overall Meaning

Divine's song "Show Me Around" is about a new person in town who is looking for adventure and excitement. The lyrics describe the singer's feeling of boredom with the town they have just arrived in, as it seems unremarkable and not very different from places they have seen before. They ask for someone to "show me around" and take them on a tour of the town, with the hopes of finding a lover or brother to share their adventure with.


The singer is clear that they are not staying forever, but only "long enough to see a little more." They are experienced and not easily taken advantage of, warning their guide to not "try to take advantage." They are confident and ready for an explosive night of discovery and fun. The chorus repeats the phrase "Show me around," emphasizing the singer's eagerness and desperation for someone to lead them to excitement in this new place.


The song can be interpreted as both a desire for physical adventure and as a search for someone to connect with emotionally. It expresses a longing for excitement and a need for companionship. The lyrics use bold imagery, describing the singer's energy as high and ready to cause an explosion, and highlight the importance of confidence and independence.


Line by Line Meaning

I just got into this town
I have recently arrived in this new town


But it already seems such a bore
Despite having just arrived, the town seems uninteresting and dull


Not what you call a small town
Contrary to popular belief, the town is not small


But I've seen a hundred like it before
The town is unremarkable and similar to many others I've visited


So don't try to take advantage
Don't try to manipulate or exploit me


I just want you to show me the sights
I am hoping that you can help me discover interesting places to visit


My temperature's up, my energy's high
I am excited and eager to explore this new place


Gonna cause an explosion tonight
I am ready to have a memorable and exciting experience here


Show me around, I'm looking for a lover
Please act as my guide and also help me meet someone special


Show me around, I've seen it all before
I am hoping that you can show me something unique and different


Show me around, I'm searching for a brother
I am looking for friendship and companionship


Going over the top and I sure as hell ain't going alone
I am determined to make the most of my time here and will not let anything hold me back


I'm not staying forever
I will not be here permanently


Just long enough to see a little more
I plan to stay for a limited time to explore further


I might be new to this place
Even though I am new here


But I ain't new to the score
I am experienced and know how to navigate and enjoy new places


Thought I ain't one for acting coy
I don't like to pretend or be disingenuous


I'm gonna dress up
I am going to make an effort to look good


I'm gonna show you tonight
I am determined to have a fun and memorable experience with you


That I ain't no country boy
I am not naive or gullible




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