Wives And Lovers
Frank Sinatra and Basie Lyrics
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Don't think because there's a ring on your finger, you needn't try any more.
For wives should always be lovers too,
Run to his arms the moment that he comes home to you.
I'm warning you,
Day after day, there are girls at the office and the men will always be men,
Don't stand him up, with your hair still in curlers, you may not see him again.
Run to his arms the moment he comes home to you.
He's almost here, hey, little girl, better wear something pretty,
Something you wear to go to the city,
Dim all the lights, pour the wine, start the music, time to get ready for love.
Time to get ready for love, yes it's time to get ready for love,
It's time to get ready, kick your shoes off, baby...
The song Wives And Lovers by Frank Sinatra and Count Basie is a cautionary tale aimed at married women. The lyrics seem to be addressed directly to a young woman, warning her that just because she's married and has a ring on her finger, it doesn't mean she should stop trying to keep her husband's interest. The song urges her to continue to put effort into her appearance and to be ready to welcome her husband home with open arms.
The lyrics also suggest that men are inherently fickle and will always be tempted by other women. There are "girls at the office," the song warns, and the woman must be careful not to neglect her husband, lest he stray. The message is clear: marriage requires work, and women must constantly strive to keep their husbands happy and interested.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey, little girl, comb your hair, fix your make-up, soon he will open the door
Get yourself ready because he's on his way home
Don't think because there's a ring on your finger, you needn't try any more
Marriage doesn't mean you should stop making an effort and taking care of yourself
For wives should always be lovers too
Wives should put in effort to maintain their romantic relationship with their husbands
Run to his arms the moment that he comes home to you
Welcome him with open arms as soon as he arrives home
I'm warning you
Listen up, pay attention
Day after day, there are girls at the office and the men will always be men
Men will be tempted by other women on a daily basis, especially at work
Don't stand him up, with your hair still in curlers, you may not see him again
Don't keep him waiting or he might not come back
He's almost here, hey, little girl, better wear something pretty
Make an effort to look nice for him when he comes home
Something you wear to go to the city
Put on your best dress, something suitable for a night out
Dim all the lights, pour the wine, start the music, time to get ready for love
Set the mood for a romantic evening
Time to get ready for love, yes it's time to get ready for love
It's time to focus on your romantic relationship
It's time to get ready, kick your shoes off, baby...
Relax, let yourself go and enjoy the moment with your partner
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