Show Me The Way
Earth Wind and Fire Lyrics
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I can't wait to see the life you lead
Clothed in darkness
I dream of what you see
Will you show it to me
[Chorus]
(Show me lights)
(Show me lights)
Show me how you make it glow and glow
(Show me lights)
Show me how you built the city that you own
(Show me lights)
Show me how you make it glow and glow
Take me back
Take me back in the darkness
Take me back
Take me back
Late night driving
With every move you make
Your head shows me the way
And coma rising
With every move you make your head shows me the way
I wanna see ya and can see the things that make your life
I wanna feel your rush and taste the lust you give tonight
Gotta make the most of us before they cut the lights
Show me lights
Don't blow it away
[Chorus]
Take me back
Take me back in the darkness
Take me back
Take me back in the darkness
Take me back
Take me back in the darkness
Take me back
Don't wanna leave your love
Don't wanna leave this behind
If I could live this
Again
Show me lights
[Chorus]
Show me lights
Show me lights
Show me lights
Show me lights
Take me back
Take me back in the darkness
Take me back
Take me back in the darkness
Take me back
Take me back in the darkness
Take me back
Take me back
Take me back
[Repeat: x4]
Take me back in the darkness
The lyrics of Earth Wind and Fire's song "Show Me The Way" are a plea for connection and understanding. The song begins with imagery of sunsets and darkness, with the singer yearning to see the life of the person they are singing to. They ask if their companion will "show it to me," setting the stage for a desire to be let into the other person's world. This theme continues in the chorus as they ask to be shown how the city was built and made to glow, emphasizing a sense of awe and wonder at the person's life and accomplishments.
The second verse continues the quest for understanding, with the singer describing late-night drives and feeling led by the other person's head. They again express a desire to see and feel the other person's experiences, declaring they want to "make the most of us before they cut the lights." The bridge declares an unwillingness to leave the love behind and a desire to live this experience again.
Overall, the lyrics are a longing for greater intimacy and understanding between two people, with a belief that this connection will allow for a greater appreciation of the other person's accomplishments and experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
Sunsets dying
The sun has set and darkness is approaching
I can't wait to see the life you lead
I am excited to witness your way of living
Clothed in darkness
Surrounded by darkness
I dream of what you see
I am curious to know what you are experiencing
Will you show it to me
Are you willing to share your experiences with me?
Show me how you built the city that you owe
Teach me how you created the place you possess
Show me how you make it glow and glow
Teach me how you keep your place bright and thriving
Take me back in the darkness
Bring me along with you in the obscure environment
Late night driving
Driving during the late hours of the night
With every move you make
With every action you do
Your head shows me the way
Your mind guides me
And coma rising
And my level of consciousness is increasing
I wanna see ya and can see the things that make your life
I want to witness and comprehend the factors that compose your existence
I wanna feel your rush and taste the lust you give tonight
I want to sense your adrenaline and intense desires this evening
Gotta make the most of us before they cut the lights
We need to take advantage of our time together before the opportunity is gone
Show me lights
Display the vibrancy and beauty of your life
Don't blow it away
Don't let your amazing life slip away
Don't wanna leave your love
I don't want to depart from the affection you have given me
Don't wanna leave this behind
I don't want to leave this situation behind
If I could live this again
I wish I could repeat this experience
Repeat: x4
The following line is repeated 4 times
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: EDWARD JOHN FREDERICK GIBSON, EDWARD DAVID HUW MACFARLANE, JACK BARNABY SAVIDGE
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