Don't Be Afraid
Frankie Karl and the Dreams Lyrics
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Don't be afraid, do as I say, baby
Girl, please come closer (do it, do it)
Look me in the eye (do it, do it)
Tell me that you love me more (do it, do it)
With each day that goes by
Don't be afraid, do as I say, baby
Put your arms around me (do it, do it)
Squeeze with all your might (do it, do it)
Pucker your lips and kiss me girl (do it, do it)
Taste love's pure delight
Don't be afraid, do as I say, baby
Don't be afraid, do as I say, baby
(Yeah!)
(Ooh ooh ooh ooh)
(Ooh ooh ooh ooh)
Don't be afraid, do as Isay, baby
(Hold me, hold me, hold me)
Don't be afraid, do as I say, baby
(Thrill me, thrill me, thrill me)
Don't be afraid, do as I say, baby
(Kiss me, ahh!)
Don't be afraid, do as I say, baby
(Love me, love me, love me)
The song "Don't Be Afraid" by Frankie Karl and the Dreams has a simple message - to assure the person being addressed that they should trust and believe in the singer. The song starts with the repetition of the line "Don't be afraid, do as I say, baby," which can be seen as an attempt to provide comfort and assurance to the person in the song. This is followed by a series of instructions for the person to follow - from coming closer, looking into the singer's eyes, expressing their love, and even physical gestures like hugging and kissing. All of these instructions are communicated as a way to help the person let go of their fears and trust in the singer.
Overall, the song is about encouraging someone to trust in their partner, to believe in the love they share, and let go of their worries and fears. It's a simple and straightforward message, presented in a catchy and upbeat tune that is sure to get listeners moving and grooving.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't be afraid, do as I say, baby
I'm asking you to trust me and follow my lead, without fear or hesitation.
Girl, please come closer (do it, do it)
I want you to move physically closer to me.
Look me in the eye (do it, do it)
I want you to make eye contact with me to show me that you're fully present and engaged in this moment.
Tell me that you love me more (do it, do it)
Express your love for me and make me feel that what we have is special and growing stronger each day.
With each day that goes by
Our love should be getting stronger and the bond between us should be deeper as time goes on.
Put your arms around me (do it, do it)
I want you to physically embrace me so I can feel your love and support.
Squeeze with all your might (do it, do it)
I want you to hold me tightly so that I feel completely safe and secure with you.
Pucker your lips and kiss me girl (do it, do it)
I want you to show me your desire and passion for me by kissing me deeply.
Taste love's pure delight
Our kiss should be full of love and passion, bringing us both pleasure and happiness.
(Yeah!)
An expression of excitement and enthusiasm for what we're experiencing together.
(Ooh ooh ooh ooh)
A vocalization of pleasure and enjoyment.
(Hold me, hold me, hold me)
I want your physical embrace to continue and deepen.
(Thrill me, thrill me, thrill me)
I want you to excite me and thrill me emotionally and physically.
(Kiss me, ahh!)
I want you to continue kissing me and make me feel loved and desired.
(Love me, love me, love me)
I want you to express your love for me and show me that our relationship is built on genuine affection and care.
Contributed by Samuel S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@13themusicalonline
My grandpa recorded the background vocals on this in 1968 and only made $20. Crazy to know that it was on the Billboard charts back then and they didn't profit off of it.
@phrahm
that's sad
@vince7170
Record companies are snakes!!!!! Every type of music has dealt with these money hungry scumbags. Look at todays music even Easy E and NWA with so many others have been burned by greed
@andreanthony3151
is your grandpa’s name herb???
@daniellegriffith2976
@@andreanthony3151 Hi Andre, Herb is actually my grandfather! How do know him?
@daniellegriffith2976
Hi Nia, my grandpa was apart of the group actually! Who's your grandfather?
@margaritariveria6940
I’m 71 and I love this song I could hear it over and over and over again and never get tired of it I don’t know why I like it or I should say why I love it there something about it just brings back a bunch of memories for me I’ll soon be 72 on August 10 and I know one thing when I leave this world I’m gonna have my family request this song in my funeral I bless you all take care and God bless you
@therealronnierogers6887
It’s 11:16pm Sunday January 2022 ! Hadn’t heard this song since 1968! The memories are priceless! As a DC native, born in the 50’s , I can say that this song is one of many unsung musical heroes who recorded but never got their due!
@cindydarealdealrdzramos1916
Met my now husband to these fine tunes. That’s over 17 1/2 moons ago & we still madly in love with each other. 5 kids later & we still feel that spunk as we did when we first met. He had the whole
Eastside Story Collection; volume 1-12, it was worth the money btw!!
@MikeSmith-ju1hb
O my 🍍🍌🍌🎂🥮👩❤️👨🦁