Paralyzed
Earl Perkins Lyrics
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I stood there like I was hypnotised
You sent a feeling to my spine
A feeling warm and smooth and fine
But all I could do were stand there paralyzed
When we kissed, ooh what a thrill
You took my hand and, ooh baby, what a chill
I felt like grabbin' you real tight
But all I could do were stand there paralyzed
Oh yeah lucky me, I'm singing every day
Ever since that day you came my way
You made my life for me just one big happy game
I'm gay every morning
At night I'm still the same
Do you remember that wonderful time
You held my hand and swore that you'll be mine
In front of preacher you said
"I do" I couldn't say a word for thinking of you
All I could do was stand there paralyzed.
Earl Perkins's "Paralyzed" is a heartfelt love song that expresses the singer's feelings of being entranced by the woman he loves. As the song begins, the singer recalls a moment when his lover looked into his eyes, and he felt as if he was hypnotized by her beauty. She sent a feeling down his spine that was warm, smooth, and fine. He was so overwhelmed by this feeling that he could not move, and all he could do was stand there paralyzed. As the song continues, the singer describes how he felt when he and his lover kissed. He was filled with thrill and excitement and wanted to hold her real tight and squeeze with all his might. However, once again, he was unable to move and could only stand there paralyzed.
Despite his inability to move when he is with her, the singer is grateful for the love that she has brought into his life. He sings about how lucky he is to have her and how she has made every day since she came into his life feel like one big happy game. The singer is full of joy and sings about being gay every morning and still feeling the same at night. He recalls the moment when they got married, and she held his hand and swore to be his forever. He remembers being so overwhelmed with emotion that he could not say a word; he could only stand there paralyzed.
"Paralyzed" is a classic love song that captures the feelings of helplessness and entrancement that often accompany falling in love. Perkins's soulful delivery of the lyrics adds depth and sincerity to the song's message, making it a memorable and timeless piece of music.
Line by Line Meaning
When you looked into my eyes
I froze when you made eye contact with me
I stood there like I was hypnotised
I felt like I was in a trance and couldn't move
You sent a feeling to my spine
Your presence made me feel a shiver down my spine
A feeling warm and smooth and fine
The sensation was comforting and pleasant
But all I could do were stand there paralyzed
I couldn't act on my emotions or move at all
When we kissed, ooh what a thrill
Our kiss was exciting and captivating
You took my hand and, ooh baby, what a chill
Your touch gave me a sudden and invigorating sensation
I felt like grabbin' you real tight
I wanted to hold you close and tightly
Squeeze and squeeze with all my might
I wanted to embrace you with all my strength
But all I could do were stand there paralyzed
I was too overwhelmed to move or take action
Oh yeah lucky me, I'm singing every day
I feel fortunate and happy, and I express it through music
Ever since that day you came my way
Since I met you, my life has changed for the better
You made my life for me just one big happy game
You brought joy and laughter into my life
I'm gay every morning
I wake up feeling happy and grateful
At night I'm still the same
Even after the day has ended, I still feel happy
Do you remember that wonderful time
Do you recall the beautiful moment we shared
You held my hand and swore that you'll be mine
You promised to be with me forever, and we held hands
In front of preacher you said
In the presence of a religious leader, you made a commitment
"I do" I couldn't say a word for thinking of you
I was so captivated by you that I was speechless
All I could do was stand there paralyzed.
I was too overwhelmed and couldn't react to the situation
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RALEIGH MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: ELVIS PRESLEY, OTIS BLACKWELL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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