Only Lonely
Divinyls Lyrics
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But when it comes the night
I am only lonely, I am only lonely
And if it doesn't feel right when I hold you tight
Oh baby, it's all right - I am only lonely
Oh baby, wonder if we could get involved
Oh baby, wonder if we could get involved
And if it doesn't feel right when it comes daylight
But when it comes the night, I am only lonely
He said, "Come on, baby, not on the first date."
So I said, "Okay, baby, how long must I wait?"
And if it doesn't feel right when it comes daylight
But when it comes the night, I am only lonely
And if it doesn't feel right when I hold you tight
I am only lonely
Wonder could we get involved
The lyrics of "Only Lonely" by Divinyls convey feelings of loneliness and isolation, particularly in the night-time hours. Frontwoman Christina Amphlett's vocals evoke a sense of vulnerability and desperation as she sings about searching for a connection with someone else. The lines "I feel all right when it comes daylight / But when it comes the night, I am only lonely" speak to the idea that distractions and activities during the day can temporarily alleviate loneliness, but the night brings a sense of emptiness that is hard to ignore.
The chorus, "And if it doesn't feel right when I hold you tight / Oh baby, it's all right - I am only lonely" suggests that while physical intimacy can provide some comfort, it doesn't necessarily satisfy the emotional need for connection. The lyrics also touch on societal expectations around dating and sex, with the line "He said, 'Come on, baby, not on the first date.' / So I said, 'Okay, baby, how long must I wait?'" implying that the singer is eager to establish a deeper connection but is held back by external expectations.
Overall, "Only Lonely" is a poignant and relatable exploration of the human need for intimacy and connection, and the struggles that can come with navigating societal expectations and personal desires.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, I feel all right when it comes daylight
I am able to function during the day without feeling lonely or depressed
But when it comes the night
However, when nightfall arrives
I am only lonely, I am only lonely
I am consumed with feelings of loneliness and isolation
And if it doesn't feel right when I hold you tight
If being physically intimate with you doesn't make me feel better
Oh baby, it's all right - I am only lonely
I understand that physical comfort does not necessarily cure my emotional state
Oh baby, wonder if we could get involved
I am curious if a relationship with you could cure my loneliness
He said, "Come on, baby, not on the first date.
He requested that we not be physically intimate on our first date
So I said, "Okay, baby, how long must I wait?"
I wanted to know how long I should wait before being physically intimate with him
Wonder could we get involved
I am still hopeful that a relationship with him could cure my loneliness
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CHRISTINA AMPHLETT, MARK MCENTEE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@leokimvideo
Best investment in film stock in 1987, Looks spectacular. Chrissy never did a dud performance, total class act.
@user-uf5xw2hl5s
Im so glad i was part of "HER TIME" RIP my friend.❤❤
@Crowbar381
what a unique, fantastic voice, instantly recognisable and a great performer too, RIP Chrissy
@mareecrook2162
I seen chrissy n divinyls in nsw australia in many pubs n clubs and id never seen so many guys show up in one place wherever they played divinyls were amazing an beautiful chrissy rip ❤️✌️🇦🇺
@monogramadikt5971
shedding a tear listening to this, not just for the sad loss of chrissy at such a young age but also for the memories from that era and all the other people ive known personally that are no longer here.. and seriously thinking they just dont make em like they used to eh, australian music in the 70s and 80s was on fire
@peterkoller8034
1987 What an awesome song
2019 What an awesome song
@stevie65able
2022 what an amazing song.
@BarrelhouseAcoustic
@@stevie65able 2023 - You know what I'm going to say😀
@stevie65able
@@BarrelhouseAcoustic I have a rough idea…😂
@robertborich4524
You just know that everyone in that front row that were in camera shot has come to YouTube to check themselves out 30+ years later lol.