Shame
Evelyn Lyrics
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Burning, you keep my whole body yearning
You got me so confused
It's a shame
Sometimes I think I'm going insane
But still I wanna stay
Wrapped in your arms
Wrapped in your arms
That's my high, my high
Shame, ooh
My mother says you're playing a game
And what you do to me is a
Shame
Ooh, gonna love you just the same
Mama just don't understand
Wrapped in your arms
Is where I wanna be, wanna be
Wrapped in your arms
That's my high, my high
I can't get enough, ooh baby
Enough of that magic touch
Love is in my heart
Tearing the rules apart
So, why should I be ashamed
Only love can be to blame
If we lose our love it's a
Shame
Ooh, I wouldn't want to live with the pain
Gonna stay forever
Wrapped in your arms
Is where I wanna be, wanna be
Wrapped in your arms
That's my high, my high
Shame
Ooh, only love can be to blame
If we lose our love it's a
Shame
Ooh, I wouldn't wanna live with the pain
Oh, it's a shame
Ooh, it's a
Oh, it's a shame
Shame
Oh, it's a
Shame
Mama just don't understand
Oh, how I love my man (shame)
It's a, oh,oh
It's a shame
Shame
Ooh-ooh-ooh
Shame
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
Shame
Well, well, well, well, well, well
Shame
No doubt, da-da-da-da-da
No doubt
Shame
Ain't no reason for me to need to wait
Ooh, ooh it's a
Shame
The song "Shame" by Evelyn "Champagne" King is a powerful love ballad that tells the story of a woman who is deeply in love with a man who her mother thinks is playing games. Despite her mother's doubts, the woman is hopelessly ensnared in the man's grasp, and she can't seem to escape the feelings that he stirs up in her. The lyrics reveal that the woman is conflicted and confused by her love for the man, and she's not sure whether to trust him or not.
As the song progresses, it becomes clear that the woman is addicted to the man's touch, and she can't get enough of him. Despite the warnings from her mother, the woman decides to stay with the man, because being wrapped up in his arms is where she wants to be. The chorus of the song repeats the word "shame" over and over, suggesting that the woman is somewhat ashamed of her feelings for the man, as if she knows that he may not be good for her in the long run. However, she can't resist his charms, and she's willing to risk it all for a chance to be with him.
Overall, the lyrics of "Shame" are a testament to the power of love and how it can sometimes make us do things that we know we shouldn't. The woman in the song is torn between her heart and her head, but ultimately she chooses to follow her heart, even if it means risking everything.
Line by Line Meaning
Burning, you keep my whole body yearning
Your love burns inside me and makes me crave your touch.
You got me so confused
I'm confused about your intentions and where we stand in our relationship.
It's a shame
It's unfortunate that I have to feel this way about you.
Sometimes I think I'm going insane
Your love makes me feel crazy and unsure of myself.
But still I wanna stay
Despite my confusion, I still want to be with you.
Wrapped in your arms
Is where I wanna be, wanna be
Being in your embrace is where I feel safe and happy.
That's my high, my high
Being with you is my addiction and what I crave.
My mother says you're playing a game
My mother thinks you're not serious about me and just playing with my feelings.
And what you do to me is a
Shame
Ooh, gonna love you just the same
Despite my mother's warnings, I still love you and am willing to take a chance on our relationship.
Mama just don't understand
My mother doesn't understand the depth of my feelings for you.
I can't get enough, ooh baby
Enough of that magic touch
Love is in my heart
Tearing the rules apart
Your touch is like magic to me and makes me feel alive with love, even if it defies conventional wisdom and rules.
So, why should I be ashamed
Only love can be to blame
If we lose our love it's a
Shame
I shouldn't be ashamed of my feelings for you; love is the only thing at fault if our relationship ends badly.
Ooh, I wouldn't want to live with the pain
The thought of losing you and the pain it would bring is unbearable to me.
Gonna stay forever
I am committed to our relationship and will stay with you for as long as I can.
Ain't no reason for me to need to wait
Ooh, ooh it's a shame
There's no logical reason for me to hesitate in my love for you, but it's a shame that I still have doubts and fears.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Reuben Cross, John Fitch
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jerrymunroe4089
When I first heard this I was 22 years old. Next month I will be 65 years old. It's a low down dirty shame how fast time has passed.
@michaelgaynor6866
Jerry Munroe,It is! Turning 65 years old in January,Stay Strong and Stay Well from Philadelphia
@AswinApoLLo69
Im 22 now enjoying each and every moment of life because i know im gonna miss them later
@jerrymunroe4089
@@AswinApoLLo69 Yes I did too. My Mom used to tell me how fast her life went by telling me You are 20, 40, 60 and you are near the end. When you are young you have nothing to compare the real span of time to except maybe a few years back when you were a child or adolescent. I wish you a Happy youth. I promise you it will be gone before you know it
@lolabunny1157
God bless you!
@maryannsmith4160
Hi,I'm 65,too.. song brings me back to brighter days. I was in nursing school and 40 years later still going strong!!!! Take care my friend and stay safe I hope you have a better 2021!!!💖👏😂💖👏😂💖👏😂
@1derfullBeast
Evelyn was discovered singing while cleaning a bathroom(she was working as a cleaning woman) thank God she was heard by a person with a good ear for voices and talent!
@garrywillie713
Best music Gwillie 8 6 2020
@JazzMaestra
And Evelyn “Champagne” King remains a kind-hearted, earthy Sister!!!
@ronniejamesdio3540
She is fantastic, I love her, she has alot of soul.