Shame
Evelyn King 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
Shame
Ain't no reason for me to need to wait
Ooh, ooh it's a shame
The song Shame by Evelyn King is about a woman who is deeply in love with her partner, but her mother disapproves of their relationship. The woman is aware that her partner is playing a game with her, but she cannot resist him and wants to be wrapped in his arms despite the shame and doubt surrounding their love. When her mother advises her to leave the relationship, the woman insists that she loves him deeply and will continue to love him even if he hurts her. The lyrics "I can't get enough, ooh baby enough of that magic touch" show how the woman is addicted to her partner and cannot resist the passion they share.
The chorus is repeated throughout the song to emphasize the deep connection between the couple, and how the woman is willing to take the risk of losing her love if their relationship falls apart. The lyrics show how love can be both a blessing and a curse, but the woman is willing to take that risk because of the intense emotional and physical connection she feels with her partner.
Line by Line Meaning
Burning, you keep my whole body yearning
You ignite my passion and desire for you, leaving me yearning for more.
You got me so confused
Your actions and words leave me unsure and perplexed about our relationship and where I stand.
Sometimes I think I'm going insane
The emotional turmoil and confusion are causing me to question my sanity.
But still I wanna stay
Despite the chaos, I am still drawn to you and want to remain in your embrace.
Wrapped in your arms
Is where I wanna be, wanna be
Wrapped in your arms
That's my high, my high
Shame, ooh
Being held by you is where I find comfort and feel alive, even though it may not be the best choice for me. It's a guilty pleasure, but I can't resist.
My mother says you're playing a game
And what you do to me is a
Shame
Ooh, gonna love you just the same
My mother sees through your facade and warns me, but I am still going to love you regardless of the consequences. It's a destructive game, but I am choosing to play along.
Mama just don't understand
Despite my mother's warnings, she doesn't fully comprehend the hold you have over me and 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
So, why should I be ashamed
Your touch and love have a hold on me that I cannot resist, breaking all the rules in the process. Despite the shame and guilt, I cannot help the way I feel.
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
If our love fails, it's only because of the intensity of our emotions and actions. Losing you would be a heart-wrenching experience that I cannot imagine living through.
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
I am choosing to commit to you, regardless of the consequences. Being in your embrace is my addiction, even though it is self-destructive.
Ain't no reason for me to need to wait
Ooh, ooh it's a shame
There is no logical reason for me to stay in this volatile relationship, and yet I cannot seem to break free. It's a regrettable and painful situation.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOHN H. FITCH, JOHN H. FITCH JR., REUBEN CROSS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Shame
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
Is where I wanna be, wanna be
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
Shame
Ain't no reason for me to need to wait
Ooh, ooh it's a shame
Scott Triplett
Bartending back in the 70's this song came on dance floor was immediately packed .. Even us bartending were dancing.
Clayton Magee
Later on, during the backlash there were people who cried "Disco Sucks". Like any other musical trend, there was good and bad. This was one of the greats! Straight, Gay, Black, White...all jamming on the dance floor. BEAUTIFUL!
Fred Pickett
Omg I’m 29 I wish like hell I could see that. Times has changed so much
Aren Chanel
O yaah broo0
Steve Bosell
There’s a few clubs in LA that play dance music from all eras (The Virgil) and this song would get WALLFLOWERS ON THE FLOOR
Jay Boydakid
Bac in 70”s ? When my Father was running wild. My Moms was a youngen at that time. They both not here no more but the memories are forever especially with classics like this
Pritish Appadoo
She was 17 years old when recording this yet did it with the maturity and vocal quality of someone several years older!
Chris Clarke
I never knew she was so young. That’s remarkable!!
Edward Copeland
As a young man 19 at the time in a fiery sexual relationship with my girl, I always equated Evelyn music with how she might be feeling, Evelyn voice, her looks, and dance exuded a strong sexual understanding, and I mean that wholesomely Complimentary...it was like genuinely sexual honesty, I think she spoke for all of us. and her expression was 100%
Kimberly Todd
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